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CIS270: Essentials of Network and Information Security – 3 credits

The intent of the Essentials of Network and Information Security is to provide students with a basic understanding of the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity and security design. Students will explore the threats to security of information systems; responsibilities and basic tools for information security, including communication security, infrastructure security, organizational security and basic cryptography. Introduces the language of network security and hardware, software and firmware components of an information security system for local, metropolitan, enterprise, and wide area networks. Assists in preparation for the CompTIA Security+ exam, or equivalent. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BPC270 or BPC274 or CIS126++ or MST150, and CIS190 or CNT140++, or permission of Instructor.

Class# Location Delivery Dates Days / Times Instructors Availability
16985
Paradise Valley
E 154: Comp Commons
Hybrid In-Person
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue, Thu
3:30 – 4:45 PM
  • A. Francuzik
Open
19 of 26 seats available
  • 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.
  • Textbook info pending
16986
Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual
Hybrid Live Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue, Thu
3:30 – 4:45 PM
  • A. Francuzik
Open
19 of 26 seats available
  • 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.
  • Textbook info pending
12016
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 2E
Hybrid In-Person
3/23 – 5/14
Spring 2027
Tue, Thu
5:45 – 7:25 PM
  • Staff
Open
22 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include CIS Course Fee: $20.00
  • 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 12016 costs include CIS Course Fee: $20
  • Textbook info pending
20223
GateWay
Live Online Class
Live Online
3/24 – 5/12
Spring 2027
Wed
5:30 – 8:45 PM
  • Staff
Open
24 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include CIS Course Fee: $10.00
  • 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 20223 costs include CIS Course Fee: $10
11031
Mesa
Online Course
Online
3/22 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • Staff
Open
21 of 24 seats available
  • Costs include CIS Course Fee: $20.00
  • 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 11031 costs include CIS Course Fee: $20
  • Textbook info pending
19453
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • T. Polliard
Open
15 of 25 seats available
30209
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
13560
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • R. Idris
Open
2 of 27 seats available
13817
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • R. Idris
Open
21 of 27 seats available
16474
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
1/19 – 5/14
Spring 2027
N/A
  • A. Francuzik
Open
19 of 26 seats available
  • 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.
  • Textbook info pending
23742
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
1/11 – 3/1
Spring 2027
N/A
  • Staff
Open
19 of 25 seats available
  • 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. 
23812
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online : You can start on any Monday between dates:
3/8 – 4/26
Spring 2027
N/A
  • Staff
Open
24 of 25 seats available
  • 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.