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Computer Science Degree/Certificate Checklists

BRCC (Baton Rouge Community College)
        AS Degree
       AAS Degree (Cloud Computing)
       AAS Degree (Computer Information Systems)
       AAS Degree (Cybersecurity)
       Information Technology
       Network Certificate

LSU (Louisiana State University)
       LSU Transfer Degree (AS)
       LSU Transfer Guide

SELU (Southeastern Louisiana University)
       Information Technology (AS)
       Pre MBA (AS)
       Scientific (AS)

SU (Southern University)
       Computer Science (AS)

ULL (University of Louisiana Lafayette)
       AS Computer Science
       AS Informatics

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CS Course Descriptions (CNET, CSCI, INTE)

Academic Calendar

Accommodated Testing

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Course Outline:

1.  Data and Privacy
2.  Governance, Risk, and Compliance
3.  Threats and Vulnerabilities
4.  Vulnerability Management
5.  System Security
6.  Network Security
7.  Cloud Computing and Virtualization
8.  Securing Cloud Infrastructure
9.  Security Operations
10.  Security Monitoring
11.  Incident Response
12.  Digital System Forensics
13. Emerging Threats and the Future of Cybersecurity Technologies

COURSE DESCRIPTION:  As technology continues to advance, ensuring the security of digital assets and protecting the online presence of individuals and organizations has emerged as a critical priority. Every industry is now finding itself in need of skilled cybersecurity professionals. Whether you are a beginner exploring the field or an experienced professional seeking to expand your knowledge, this course will provide you with a solid foundation in  cybersecurity basics. You will delve into key concepts, terminology, and essential principles, as well as engaging in hands-on activities with tools and frameworks to help you apply and practice what you’re learning.                                                                        

David L. Sylvester, Sr., Professor
Computer Science / Engineering Department / Mathematics
Room: 247 Cypress Building
Phone: (225) 216-8152
 

OFFICE HOURS:   Mondays (10:15am - 1:30pm)
                                       Tuesdays/Thursdays (10:15 - 1:30pm)

EMAIL ADDRESS:  sylvesterd@mybrcc.edu

IMPORTANT LINKS:
                            CANVAS's URL: http://mybrcc.instructure.com
                            LOLA's URL: http://my.lctcs.edu/cp/home/displaylogin
                            BRCC's URL: www.mybrcc.edu
                            Class Attendance – http://www.syl9.com

 - You are to click on the link below "Register / Sign Class Roll" then click on the "Register" button and proceed to register. For assistance you can click on the "How to Videos" link. Make sure you enter the correct Semester, Year and Section. This should be "Fall", "2024" and "1", respectively. * Class ID, when registering to sign the roll, would be the last four digits in your B# or L#. * Your first and last name should be the names that are registered with BRCC. * Once you have successfully registered, your logon ID will be in the format of first initial, last initial, last four numbers of your L#, dash (-), section number. EX: John Doe with the L#: L00281931 enrolled in section E01 will have a login ID: JD1913-1.

 Register / Sign Roll

 How to Videos