Computer Information Security: Transfer Associate

Students prepare to continue study toward the baccalaureate degree in computer information security at a four-year institution.  This curriculum places emphasis on mathematics, computer programming, network infrastructure and operating systems and its secure application in industry; only students of high academic potential who have demonstrated excellence in mathematics are admitted.  Since the requirements of senior institutions vary widely, it is essential to choose an intended transfer institution as soon as possible and carefully follow the program described in that college’s catalog.  The complete program is available at the Harrisburg and Lancaster campuses. Some of the required courses are available at the Gettysburg, Lebanon and York campuses, as well as through Virtual Learning.

This transfer curriculum is provided as a guide for students planning to transfer to a baccalaureate degree granting institution. Computer information security specialists find employment as Security Information Service Operators, Information Security Specialists, Information Security Administrators, Information Security Advisors, Information Security Consultants, Information Security Analysts, Information Security Auditors, Information Security Manages, and Information Security Architects.

General Education   
ENGL 101 English Composition I  3 
ENGL 102 English Composition II (or)  3 
  ENGL 104 Technical Writing  (3)
COMM 101 Effective Speaking (or)  3 
   COMM 203Interpersonal Communication  (3)
Core A Elective  3 
Core B Elective  3 
Core C Elective  3 
Core C (MATH 103 College Algebra)  3 
Core C (MATH 104 Trigonometry)  3 
General Education Transfer Elective  3 
Physical Education & Wellness    1 

Major Requirements   
CIS 222 Introduction to Windows Servers    3 
CIS 264 Fundamentals of Linux Administration  3 
CISE 200 Information Security Fundamentals  3 
CNT 120 Network Communication Technology I  3 
CNT 125 Network Communication Technology II  4 
CNT 220 Internetworking  5 
CPS 121 Java Programming  3 
CPS 161 Computer Science I  3 
CPS 162 Computer Science II (or)    3 
  CPS 230 Object Oriented Programming  (3) 
MATH 119 Pre-Calculus  4 
MATH 121 Calculus I (or)  4 
  MATH 125 Discrete Mathematics  (3) 

This curriculum is designed to prepare students to:

Develop information security policies and procedures

Apply technology devices to meet business requirements secure information system components

Design secure network architectures

Implement technological solutions, both hardware and software, as it pertains to information security

Maintain an awareness of industry requirements and laws

Respond to information system intrusions and support investigative processes

Manage information security resources

Provide information security training and awareness programs

Write and speak effectively

Appreciate accomplishments in the arts and sciences

Apply for a Full-Ride Scholarship

Are you a future student and ready to apply to HACC? 
By applying to HACC, you have the opportunity to apply for a full-ride scholarship! HACC will fund two years of your education – enough to complete your associate degree.

Thanks to the support of the HACC Foundation, the College is able to offer FREE money to support future students, like you, in reaching your educational goals. Six full-ride scholarships are available – one from each of the five campuses and one through HACC’s Virtual Learning Program. 

Please note that current students are not eligible for the full-ride scholarships. However, there are more than 250 scholarships available for current students.

What should you know about the full-ride scholarship?

The scholarship covers tuition, books and fees for a full academic year. 

The scholarship will automatically renew each term for up to six consecutive terms if you maintain your eligibility.

Once you apply to the College and receive a HACC ID and email address, you may apply for the full-ride scholarship. You do not have to register for classes before applying for the scholarship.

Are you eligible?

To be eligible, you must:

Apply to HACC

Take 12-15 credits each term for no more than six consecutive terms (two years)

Live in Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Franklin, Juniata, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill or York county

Have a minimum cumulative high school GPA of 3.0

Provide a 480 SAT reading score, 21 ACT or comparable scores on the College’s placement test

Maintain a GPA of 3.0 while enrolled at HACC

Participate in at least two HACC student organizations