2026-2027 Course Catalog

COMPTIA Security+ Preparation Certificate (011N)

The COMPTIA Security+ Preparation Certificate is designed to prepare students for the CompTIA Security+ certification exam, a globally recognized credential that validates foundational cybersecurity skills. This focused 20-credit-hour program provides comprehensive training in network security principles, threat assessment, risk management, and security technologies. Students will develop expertise in securing network infrastructure, implementing wireless security protocols, configuring routing security measures, and managing virtualized security environments. The curriculum covers essential cybersecurity concepts including cryptography, identity management, incident response, and compliance requirements, all aligned with CompTIA Security+ exam objectives. This certificate is ideal for IT professionals seeking to transition into cybersecurity roles and demonstrates competency in security fundamentals required by government and private sector employers.

 

Sample Jobs

Security Technician, IT Security Support Specialist, Network Security Technician, Information Systems Security Specialist, Junior Security Analyst, Incident Response Technician, Vulnerability Assessment Technician, Security Monitoring Specialist

 

This certificate program provides the essential cybersecurity knowledge and skills needed for CompTIA Security+ certification and prepares graduates for entry-level positions in information security and cybersecurity across government agencies, healthcare, finance, and other security-conscious industries.

 

Graduation Requirements

  1. Total Credit Hours: 20 credit hours in courses numbered 100 and above
  2. Cumulative Grade Point Average: 2.00 (‘C’) or better for all work applicable toward the degree that was completed at Richland
  3. Residency: 9 credit hours or more at Richland Community College

Curriculum Requirements

Required Courses

IT 140Introduction to Networking

3.0

IT 141Networking Fundamentals

4.0

IT 241Network Routing Technologies

4.0

IT 242Wireless Networking

3.0

IT 245Network Security

3.0

IT 247Virtualization Fundamentals

3.0

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