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CIS270: Essentials of Network and Information Security
– 3 credits
Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
31238
Paradise Valley
E 154: Comp Commons
Hybrid In-Person
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
4:30PM – 5:45PM
- A. Francuzik
Open
16 of 26 seats available
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Notes
Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
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Textbook info pending
31239
Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual
Hybrid Live Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
4:30PM – 5:45PM
- A. Francuzik
Open
16 of 26 seats available
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Notes
Hybrid Virtual courses require both online and live online components.
If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
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Textbook info pending
10102
GateWay
Live Online Class
Live Online
3/25 – 5/13
Spring 2026
W
5:30PM – 8:45PM
- Staff
Open
23 of 24 seats available
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Costs include CIS Course Fee: $10.00
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Notes
Students taking this class have access to Gateway's on-campus Advanced Cyber Systems Lab (MA2108) to supplement their learning with hands-on activities and in-person tutoring.
The class is a condensed, fast-paced instructional format, with all course competencies being covered in a compressed time-frame. The class will meet virtually at the specified dates and times indicated. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, internet access, a webcam, speaker, and microphone, unless otherwise specified. CANVAS is used as the learning management system.
Students not attending class on the first day of class may be withdrawn.
Class 10102 costs include CIS Course Fee: $10
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Book Information
14983
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Idris
Closed
No seats available
15330
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- R. Idris
Closed
No seats available
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
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Book Information
16993
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Francuzik
Open
16 of 26 seats available
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Notes
Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Textbook info pending
CIS270: Essentials of Network and Information Security
– 3 credits
Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
26545
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 2E
Hybrid In-Person
3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
5:45PM – 7:25PM
- S. Sexton
Open
20 of 24 seats available
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Costs include CIS Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Class Meets for Second Eight (8) Weeks
Class 26545 costs include CIS Course Fee: $20
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Book Information
25434
Mesa
Online Course
Online
1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- B. Wachlin
Open
11 of 24 seats available
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Costs include CIS Course Fee: $20.00
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Notes
This is an Online class that does not meet at specific class times. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device, and Internet access, unless otherwise specified.
Before enrolling in their first online class at MCC, students need to view the online orientation and complete the readiness survey on https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Class 25434 costs include CIS Course Fee: $20
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Book Information
11141
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- T. Polliard
Closed
No seats available
20615
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- G. Rosu
Open
3 of 25 seats available
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Notes
Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
Required Training Materials TestOut Security Pro, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA.
NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
20691
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- M. Berry II
Open
9 of 11 seats available
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Notes
Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
Required Training Materials TestOut Security Pro, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA.
NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
CIS270: Essentials of Network and Information Security – 3 credits
Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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31238
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Paradise Valley
E 154: Comp Commons |
Hybrid In-Person
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1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
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4:30PM – 5:45PM
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Open
16 of 26 seats available |
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31239
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Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual |
Hybrid Live Online
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1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
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4:30PM – 5:45PM
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Open
16 of 26 seats available |
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10102
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GateWay
Live Online Class |
Live Online
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3/25 – 5/13
Spring 2026 |
W
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5:30PM – 8:45PM
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Open
23 of 24 seats available |
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14983
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Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
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1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Closed
No seats available |
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15330
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Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
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2/2 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Closed
No seats available |
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16993
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Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
16 of 26 seats available |
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CIS270: Essentials of Network and Information Security – 3 credits
Threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduction to the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Helps prepare participants for the Comptia Security+ exam and the GIAC Security Essentials Certificate (GSEC). Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or CIS190 or CNT140AB or MST150++ or permission of Instructor.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
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26545
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Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 2E |
Hybrid In-Person
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3/24 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
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5:45PM – 7:25PM
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Open
20 of 24 seats available |
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25434
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Mesa
Online Course |
Online
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1/20 – 3/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
11 of 24 seats available |
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11141
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Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
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1/20 – 5/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Closed
No seats available |
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20615
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Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
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1/12 – 3/2
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
3 of 25 seats available |
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20691
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Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
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3/9 – 4/27
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
9 of 11 seats available |
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