Recent SemestersFall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Spring 2025, Fall 2024Class Size35 studentsCredits4PrerequisiteCIT 021 Transfers ToCSUDescriptionThe Cybersecurity Essentials course develops foundational understanding of cybersecurity and how it relates to information and network security. This course explores the importance of cybersecurity, data confidentiality, and best practices for using the internet and social media safely. This course introduces students to characteristics of cybercrime, security principles, technologies, and procedures to defend networks. Through interactive, multimedia content, lab activities, and multi-industry case studies, students build technical and professional skills to pursue careers in cybersecurity.Usually HeldFri 6:30pm–9:40pm 