Diana J. Hakim

Examined network security concepts, threats, vulnerabilities, and defensive techniques used to protect computer networks and systems.

Studied cryptographic principles, encryption techniques, secure communication, and methods for hiding information within digital media.

Explored digital forensic systems, forensic evidence sources, file systems, acquisition methods, and technologies used to examine digital devices.

Covered principles for designing secure information systems, including security architecture, risk considerations, controls, and defensive design.

Covered major CISSP knowledge areas including security and risk management, asset security, security architecture, communications security, and security operations.

Developed knowledge of digital forensic investigations, evidence handling, forensic analysis, and standard procedures for managing and interpreting digital evidence during security incidents.

Provides an introduction to effective and usable interface design, emphasizing industry standards and user experiences. Learners progress from initial pre-production storyboards and mock-ups to developing working prototypes for both web and desktop applications. The curriculum explores focus testing to assess and improve user interactions, alongside critiques of real-world interfaces.

Exposes learners to essential tools and processes supporting professional continuous improvement in the information technology sector. The curriculum focuses heavily on interpersonal communication, collaboration, and career development to establish fundamental professional habits. Students investigate IT industry service models, personal career suitability, and standardized professional communication processes.

Develops advanced tools and methodologies to support ongoing professional growth and relevance within evolving IT industries. Students cultivate critical thinking skills and apply structured processes to validate professional decision-making. The course further examines organizational and business models across local and global technology markets while reinforcing collaborative team attitudes.

Prepares students for diverse interview scenarios and professional presentation techniques through targeted personal marketing strategies. Emphasis is placed on curating a professional portfolio that highlights individual strengths, abilities, and IT industry relevance. Learners build upon communication methodologies to articulate technical concepts clearly and concisely to peers, colleagues, and potential employers.

Serves as the culmination of the professional practices suite, enabling learners to finalize their career-ready portfolios for the IT job market. Students regularly practice flexible interview styles and presentation platforms while addressing critical workplace dynamics. Essential competencies are introduced around workplace diversity, inclusion, and the ethical decision-making processes required in modern technology environments.

Introduces the core concepts of database management systems and their vital role within a business IT infrastructure. Learners apply best practices in structuring data components and interpreting relational database diagrams. The coursework utilizes database management systems to build storage solutions and execute queries for data input and manipulation.

Requires independent research and study of a specialized information technology topic under instructor guidance and approval. Students design a comprehensive learning proposal to customize their education around emerging subjects of interest. The experience culminates in a final project, essay, presentation, or demonstration that highlights autonomous learning and advanced technical problem-solving.

Focuses on the planning, design, and development of dynamic, data-aware web pages using server-side scripting and database connectivity. Learners design client-server solutions that store, retrieve, and process user data, while applying client-side form validation, server-side scripting technologies, and standard troubleshooting techniques to debug and test software.

Provides a campus-based or external applied learning experience synthesizing the knowledge acquired throughout the program of study. Students function as contributing members of professional work teams through workplace placements, industry projects, or applied research. The curriculum emphasizes tracking personal learning outcomes, maintaining reflective professional journals, and demonstrating appropriate workplace behaviors.

Explores software development for the Android platform using its unified application model, developer tools, and open marketplace architecture. Learners configure required IDEs, software development kits, and emulators while designing mobile user interfaces focused on usability. The coursework covers data persistence strategies, testing procedures, physical and virtual device deployment, and professional communication standards.

Familiarizes learners with installing, configuring, and maintaining Windows Server network operating systems in a domain environment. The syllabus centers heavily on Active Directory theory, Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP) administration, and enterprise resource management. Students perform routine administrative duties and build technical documentation tailored for IT professionals.

Introduces the fundamental models, components, functions, and architecture of modern computer networks. Core topics cover OSI and TCP/IP layered communication standards, Ethernet media operations, and IP addressing schemes. Students gain practical skills in building small office/home office (SOHO) networks, basic router and switch configuration, and identifying initial network security threats.

Equips students with the technical skills to install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot UNIX-based operating systems in standalone workstation modes. The coursework emphasizes command-line interface (CLI) proficiency alongside graphical management utilities. Students learn file system hierarchies, permission management, process control, and user-scope shell scripting.

Familiarizes students with the core principles of administering Windows client operating systems within small business environments. Training covers system configuration, user account management, permission handling, and service oversight. Learners also develop and maintain accurate system support documentation aligned with industry expectations.

Introduces the foundational concepts of application design and structured programming principles. Students learn programming terminology, software development processes, and basic user interface creation. The curriculum emphasizes variables, control structures, function design, and systematic problem-solving strategies.

Explores the theoretical paradigm and practical implementation strategies behind object-oriented programming (OOP). Core topics include class design, encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, and code reuse via framework libraries. Students build technical documentation to support robust, object-centric software solutions.

Provides a comprehensive introduction to computational logic and programming to break down complex problems into manageable software instructions. Learners translate logical designs into executable code utilizing variables, conditional test blocks, and iteration structures. Modular design principles are applied to ensure code efficiency, maintainability, and proper input/output handling.

Introduces the C programming language through pointers, efficient memory management, and interfacing with the standard C libraries, while contrasting C syntax and coding practices against other common languages. Points toward embedded and IoT application development.

Builds on object-oriented concepts in a project-based environment, applying object-oriented design principles and the software design patterns that support them. Includes development of network-aware applications using multi-threading and distributed application models.

Presents fundamental data structures and algorithms with a pragmatic, application-driven approach. Selected structures are examined in detail together with implementation issues and an in-depth discussion of their corresponding algorithms.

Explores graphical user interface programming in a Windows environment, emphasizing practical approaches to designing and implementing GUI-based programs using the .NET framework.

Explores the analysis and design phases of the software development life cycle utilizing object-oriented methodologies. Students learn to draft systems requirements documents, write system specification proposals, and model designs using Unified Modeling Language (UML). The course also introduces foundational testing terminology, test case generation, and agile philosophies.

Provides a hands-on introduction to website creation, layout styling, and development processes adhering to current web standards. Learners author responsive web pages with HTML and CSS using standard text editors while integrating client-side interactivity. The curriculum emphasizes web usability evaluation, collaborative component assembly, and professional presentation walkthroughs.