Networking and Cybersecurity

Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.)

Students working at computer workstations

Sample Schedule

The schedule below shows how the requirements for this degree may be met in four semesters. For some students, fulfilling degree requirements may take more than four semesters to complete. When planning your schedule, you should consult with your advisor.

First Semester (15 Credit Hours)

  • CSC 103 Computing Sciences Portal (3)
  • CSC 117 Introduction to Programming and Computational Thinking Using Python (3)
  • CSC 142 Fundamentals of Information Systems (3)
  • CSC 271 Hardware and Operating Systems (3)
  • ENG 101 Composition I (3)

Second Semester (15 Credit Hours)

  • COM 100 Human Communication (3)
  • CSC 260 Networking Technologies (3)
  • CSC 270 Principles of Information Security (3)
  • ENG 113 Technical Ethics (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in Social Science AND Diversity: Equity Inclusion and Social Justice (3)

Third Semester (16 Credit Hours)

  • CSC 248 PowerShell (3)
  • CSC 261 Routing and Switching (3)
  • CSC 272 Linux (3)
  • MAT 121 Introductory Statistics I (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in US History and Civic Engagement OR World History and Global Awareness (3)
  • Health/Physical Education (HPE) Elective (1)

Fourth Semester (18 Credit Hours)

  • CSC 231 Systems Administration (3)
  • CSC 273 Ethical Hacking (3)
  • CSC 274 Digital Forensics (3)
  • CSC 200 Level Elective (3)
  • CSC 250 Computing Sciences Internship (3) OR CSC 200 level elective with Advisor Approval (3)
  • SUNY General Education approved course in Natural Science (and Scientific Reasoning) (3)

Schedule Updated: March 12, 2024