This program is a  virtual, instructor-led structure requiring students to participate in discussions on relevant cybersecurity topics and complete hands-on exercises to demonstrate knowledge and comprehension. The cybersecurity program integrates real-world, hands-on practical activities that go beyond theory and focuses on the deployment of advanced techniques in exploitation, vulnerability assessment, penetration testing, policy management, security program design, and cyber defense activities. Students will also adopt skills in professional communications and conduct associated with a career in technology.
Students will complete the following four courses to gain a strong foundation in cybersecurity for this 16-credit undergraduate certificate:
- Platforms and Network Technologies
- Cybersecurity Foundations
- Cybersecurity and Ethical Hacking
- Cyber Forensic Investigations
The classes are designed to be taught in sequence and provide a networking and security foundation for students with no or limited experience to garner the marketable skills needed to be hired directly from the program. This undergraduate cybersecurity certificate serves as an excellent next step for those seeking a credential to strengthen their career path, skills, knowledge, and overall understanding of the field.

This program is a virtual, instructor-led structure Java certificate program provides the requisite knowledge to break into Java programming. Students will gain a foundation in Java object-oriented techniques, Java-driven software development, and building applications using software engineering methods. Students learn concepts and techniques for improving new code and refactoring existing code.
This course includes:
- Java fundamental concepts and algorithms, syntax and problem solving
- Front-end UX/UI using industry demanded libraries like React and Bootstrap
- Data persistence with SQL and storage of data in a cloud environment
- Integration of REST and APIs to complete the full-stack web environment
-Concepts, tools, and frameworks of Open source software development
Students will be able to build applications and develop an acquaintance with compilers, scripting languages, frameworks, build tools, APIs, version control software, and licensing constraints using operating systems like Linux. Throughout the Java programming certificate, students will also obtain skills in professional communications and conduct associated with a career in technology.


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