CompTIA Security+. Course Credential Standard: Credentials other than the program/discipline standard that may appropriately qualify one to teach a specific course. Examples might include a licensure, certification, specialty coursework, etc. specific to the single course.Professional Certification: A certificate by an external state, regional, national, or international agency that attests to significant breadth and depth of knowledge within a field of study.
This certification preparation course is focused on the CompTIA Security+ certification. Students can use this course as preparation leading to the certification or keeping the certification up to date. The preparation is designed to be a continued validation of one’s expertise and a tool to expand one’s skillset. Preparation includes practice tests and assignments based on the certification exam. Students are required to demonstrate course objectives through the appropriate certification exam preparation materials and completion of the appropriate certification exam at the end of the course. The fee for the certification exam is assessed upon enrollment in the course.
The CompTIA Security+ exam will verify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to assess the security posture of an enterprise environment and recommend and implement appropriate security solutions; monitor and secure hybrid environments, including cloud, mobile, and IoT; operate with an awareness of applicable laws and policies, including principles of governance, risk, and compliance; identify, analyze, and respond to security events and incidents.
Recommended Experience: Two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus.
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The deadline is one week prior to the start of class.