2026-2027 Catalog

CNG 1032 Network Security Fundamentals

3 Credit hours   

Delivers a comprehensive overview of network security, including general security concepts. Communication Security is studied, including remote access, e-mail, the Web, directory and file transfer, and wireless data. Common network attacks are introduced. Cryptography basics are incorporated, and operational/organizational security is discussed as it relates to physical security, disaster recovery, and business continuity. Computer forensics is introduced.

Prerequisite

Successful completion of or concurrent enrollment in CNG 1001 or CNG 1024 (grade C or better)