# Computer Information Systems (CIS): Information Technology (IT) Technician - Cybersecurity Certificate of Achievement (Certificate of Achievement)

Lake Tahoe Community College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Computer Information Systems

Source: https://ltcc.elumenapp.com/catalog/2026-2027/program/computer-information-systems-cis-information-technology-it-technician-cybersecurity-certificate-of-achievement-summer-2021

**Units:** 27.0 units

The Computer Information Systems (CIS): Information Technology (IT) Technician - Cybersecurity Certificate of Achievement through Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) will prepare students for entry- to mid-level positions in desktop support, system administration, computer application installation, information security/cybersecurity, and technically oriented administrative roles. Courses also help prepare students for industry-recognized certification exams from CompTIA and Microsoft. The curriculum provides hands-on experience working with networking concepts, operating system configuration, and information security/cybersecurity practices.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   Design and produce business information systems solutions incorporating current Information Technology, trends, security, and best practices.

-   Troubleshoot computer hardware and software issues.

-   Configure networks and maintain network infrastructure in an organizational environment.

-   Analyze common threats to and vulnerabilities of computer systems and networks.

-   Analyze and implement security concepts and security policies.

-   Implement network perimeter defense.

-   Conduct threat and vulnerability assessments in order to respond to and manage risks.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Computer Information Systems (CIS): Information Technology (IT) Technician - Cybersecurity Certificate of Achievement (Total 27)** | |  |
| **Complete the following number of credits: 27** | |  |
| BOT 122 | Project Management Concepts and Software | 4.5 |
| CIS 104 | Information and Communication Technologies Essentials - CompTIA A+ | 4.5 |
| CIS 105 | Network Fundamentals - CompTIA Network+ | 4.5 |
| CIS 106 | Microsoft Client OS Administration | 4.5 |
| CIS 107 | Microsoft Server OS Administration | 4.5 |
| CIS 108 | Introduction to Information Systems Security – CompTIA Security+ | 4.5 |