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Cisco – AS Degree
Cisco - Certificate of Achievement
Cisco Certified Networking Administrator (CCNA)– Cert. of Accomplishment
Cisco Certified Networking Professional (CCNP) – Cert. of Specialization
CompTIA – Cert. of Accomplishment
Cybersecurity – AS Degree
Cybersecurity - Cert. of Achievement
Cybersecurity - Cert. of Accomplishment
MCSA: Windows 8 – Cert. of Specialization
MCSA: Windows Server 2012 – Cert. of Specialization
Microsoft – AS Degree
Microsoft - Cert. of Achievement
Windows Server 2008 – Cert. of Accomplishment
Coastline College offers a variety of courses and state-of-the-art computer labs at an affordable tuition. The Garden Grove campus now hosts a Testing Center in the computer lab where you can take certification exams such as CompTIA, Microsoft, Cisco, and Linux. Students taking networking courses at Coastline can receive a discounted voucher for select CompTIA exams.
With a certificate in the computer networking field, you can find employment as a Network Technician, Technical Support Specialist, Test Engineer, Network Administrator, Systems Analyst, Information Systems Architect, or Systems Integrator.
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Cybersecurity professionals can earn an average salary of $116,000, which is nearly three times the national average salary.
Certificate of Achievement
3_AS_CISC
The Computer Networking: Cisco program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Cisco courses helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring Microsoft Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C202C | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials | 3.0 |
CST C203C | CCNA 3: Scaling Networks | 3.0 |
CST C204C | CCNA 4: Connecting Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Associate of Science Degree
3_CL_CISC
The Computer Networking: Cisco program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Cisco courses helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring Microsoft Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C202C | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials | 3.0 |
CST C203C | CCNA 3: Scaling Networks | 3.0 |
CST C204C | CCNA 4: Connecting Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CCNA
This four-course certificate helps prepare students for the CCNA Certification Exam and for entry-level Networking positions. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover OSI and TCP/IP models, IPv4 and IPv6, cabling, router, and switch configurations, routing protocols, LAN switching, RIP, OSPF, EIGRP, Frame Relay, variable length subnet masking, NAT, DHCP, and WAN design.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
Required Courses | Units | |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C202C | CCNA 2: Routing and Switching Essentials | 3.0 |
CST C203C | CCNA 3: Scaling Networks | 3.0 |
CST C204C | CCNA 4: Connecting Networks | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 12.0 |
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_CCNP
CST C205, C207, and C208 build on the foundational Cisco CCNA courses. This certificate provides for a three-semester sequence of courses that leads to an advanced Cisco certification (CCNP) that is highly regarded in the computer industry. Courses are hands-on intensive and cover topics such as Advanced Router and Switch Configuration, IPv6, and Router and Switch Troubleshooting.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C205 | CCNP: Implementing Cisco IP Routing | 3.0 |
CST C207 | Building Multilayer Switched Networks/CCNP 3 | 3.0 |
CST C208 | CCNP: Troubleshooting and Maintaining Cisco IP Networks | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 9.0 |
Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CTIA
The courses offered to obtain this certificate will give students the basic skills needed to provide entry-level computer support. Topics provide skills necessary to prepare for CompTIA certifications, including Network+, A+, Linux+, and Security+. Each course provides intensive hands-on training.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C116 | A+ Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C117 | A+ Essentials Software | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 15.0 |
Associate of Science Degree
3_AS_CYBER
The Computer Networking: Cybersecurity program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Security. The focus on Cybersecurity will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in Cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security, and design and designing and building a secure computer network.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring MS Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Subtotal | 18.0 |
Choose three of the following courses:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C231 | CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner | 3.0 |
CST C232 | Ethical Hacking | 3.0 |
CST C245 | Exploring Computer Forensics | 3.0 |
CST C248 | Wireless Networking | 3.0 |
CST C253 | Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security | 3.0 |
CST C258 | Linux Networking and Security | 3.0 |
CST C260 | Certified Information Systems Security Professional |
3.0 |
Subtotal Electives | 9.0 | |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Certificate of Achievement
3_CL_CYBER
The Computer Networking: Cybersecurity program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Security. The focus on Cybersecurity will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in Cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security, and design and designing and building a secure computer network.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring MS Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Subtotal | 18.0 |
Choose three of the following courses:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C231 | CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner | 3.0 |
CST C232 | Ethical Hacking | 3.0 |
CST C245 | Exploring Computer Forensics | 3.0 |
CST C248 | Wireless Networking | 3.0 |
CST C253 | Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security | 3.0 |
CST C258 | Linux Networking and Security | 3.0 |
CST C260 | Certified Information Systems Security Professional |
3.0 |
Subtotal Electives | 9.0 | |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_CYBER
The Cybersecurity - Certificate of Accomplishment will give the students some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in cybersecurity. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of cybersecurity. Topics covered will include Cisco Security, Windows Operating System security, Linux security, Firewalls, Intruder Detection systems, Security policies and procedures, e-mail & Web security and design, and designing and building a secure computer network.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
CST C232 | Ethical Hacking | 3.0 |
Subtotal | 6.0 |
Select a minimum of 7.5 units from the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C231 | CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner | 3.0 |
CST C237 | Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance and Network Security | 1.5 |
CST C238 | Intrusion Detection Systems | 1.5 |
CST C240 | Firewall and Access Control Lists | 3.0 |
CST C245 | Exploring Computer Forensics | 3.0 |
CST C248 | Wireless Networking | 3.0 |
CST C252 | Cisco Security Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) | 1.5 |
CST C253 | Cisco ASA, PIX, and Network Security | 3.0 |
CST C254 | Cisco IPS/CCSP | 3.0 |
CST C258 | Linux Networking and Security | 3.0 |
CST C260 | Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) | 3.0 |
CST C271 | Become a Security Consultant | 1.5 |
Subtotal Electives | 7.5 | |
Total for Certificate | 13.5 |
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_MCSA8
This certificate is one of the new stackable industry certification certificates created by Microsoft Corporation to provide a tool to measure the ability of a computer support specialist to configure, manage, and maintain a Windows 8 enterprise system. Consisting of two separate courses, MCSA: Windows 8 serves as the foundational desktop industry certification leading to the MCSE. The two courses that make up this certificate are Configuring Windows 8 (70-687) and Managing and Maintaining Windows 8 (70-688).
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C177 | Configuring Microsoft Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C178 | Managing and Maintaining Windows 8 | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 6.0 |
Certificate of Specialization
3_CE_MCSA12
This certificate is one of the new stackable industry certification certificates created by Microsoft Corporation to provide a tool to measure the ability of a Network Administrator to implement, manage, and maintain networking infrastructure within a Windows Server 2012 environment. Consisting of three separate courses, MCSA: Windows Server 2012 serves as the foundational server industry certification leading to the MCSE. The three courses that make up this certificate are Installing and Configuring Windows Server 2012, Administering Windows Server 2012, and Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C222 | Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C223 | Administering Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C224 | Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 9.0 |
Associate of Science Degree
3_AS_MICR
The Computer Networking: Microsoft program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Microsoft will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in various Networking fields. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of Computer Networking.
Topics covered include Microsoft Server and Workstation operating systems; active directory, security, virtualization, backup and recovery, installation and configuration, group policies, and DNS.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
Course ID | Units | |
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring MS Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Subtotal | 18.0 |
Choose three of the following courses:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C165 | Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C172 | SQL Server Design and Implementation | 3.0 |
CST C173 | MCTS-MS Exchange Server-Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C184 | MS Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C185 | MS Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C186 | MS Server 2008 Application Infrastructure | 3.0 |
CST C222 | Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C223 | Administering Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C224 | Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services |
3.0 |
Subtotal Electives | 9.0 | |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Certificate of Achievement
3_CL_MICR
The Computer Networking: Microsoft program will give the student a solid background in the field of Computer Networking. The focus on Microsoft will provide the student with some of the basic skills needed for an entry-level career in various Networking fields. The courses provide an overview of the entire field of Computer Networking.
Topics covered include Microsoft Server and Workstation operating systems; active directory, security, virtualization, backup and recovery, installation and configuration, group policies, and DNS.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
Course ID | Units | |
CST C116 | A + Essentials Hardware | 3.0 |
CST C128 | Network+ | 3.0 |
CST C177 | Configuring MS Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C191 | CompTIA Linux+ | 3.0 |
CST C201C | CCNA 1: Introduction to Networks | 3.0 |
CST C230 | Introduction to Security | 3.0 |
Subtotal | 18.0 |
Choose three of the following courses:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C165 | Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C172 | SQL Server Design and Implementation | 3.0 |
CST C173 | MCTS-MS Exchange Server-Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C184 | MS Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C185 | MS Server 2008 Network Infrastructure Configuration | 3.0 |
CST C186 | MS Server 2008 Application Infrastructure | 3.0 |
CST C222 | Installing/Configuring Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C223 | Administering Windows Server 2012 | 3.0 |
CST C224 | Configuring Advanced Windows Server 2012 Services |
3.0 |
Subtotal Electives | 9.0 | |
Total for Certificate | 27.0 | |
Total for Degree | 60.0 |
Certificate of Accomplishment
3_CE_WIND
The Microsoft (MCTS) Certificate of Accomplishment for Windows Server 2008 is designed to give the students the knowledge and skills necessary to understand the functions and features of Windows Server 2008 Networking Platform. This certificate aligns itself with the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Windows Server 2008 Certification.
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
Students will complete all of the following:
Course ID | Name | Units |
---|---|---|
CST C177 | Configuring Microsoft Windows 8 | 3.0 |
CST C184 | Microsoft Server 2008 Active Directory Configuration |
3.0 |
CST C185 | Microsoft Server 2008 Network Infrastructure | 3.0 |
CST C186 | Microsoft Server 2008 Applications Infrastructure Configuration | 3.0 |
Total for Certificate | 12.0 |