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Collusion is defined as “the unauthorized collaboration with another person or by any other means, including artificial intelligence (AI) and computer translators, in preparing work for fulfillment of course requirements.” Using AI like (ChatGPT or Google Gemini) to create a document is considered colluding. <strong>The use of Generative Artificial Intelligence on specific assignments is at the discretion of the instructor. </strong>
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Tutoring for Success applies to any student whose overall performance in the course falls below 75%. The instructor will create the task in the Student Engagement Portal (Watermark) to direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty- or SI-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. The tutoring service assigned, the due date for when the tutoring must be completed, and the amount of tutoring required are at the discretion of the instructor. Additionally, the task will alert the student’s success team. Students who do not fulfill the assigned tutoring task may be subject to program- and course-specific penalties that could result in a grade reduction and/or in not being allowed to progress in the course until the tutoring requirement has been satisfied.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
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ITSY-2341-002 Security Management Practices
Pre-requisite: ITSY 1342
In-depth coverage of security management practices, including asset evaluation and risk management; cyber law and ethics issues; policies and procedures; business recovery and business continuity planning; network security design; and developing and maintaining a security plan.
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Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)
Hybrid
CompTIA PenTest+ Guide to Penetration Testing | 1st Edition
Rob S. Wilson
This book will be accessed via a Cengage Unlimited 4-month Access Code available from the AC Bookstore. You may also purchase at https://www.cengage.com/unlimited/. If you have additional courses using Cengage Unlimited, only one access code is required.
Access to PC Computers are available in the CIS Department at Amarillo College.
Access to a modern PC or Mac computer running the latest operating system with a minimum of:
Core i3 or equivalent processor(i5 or better preferred)
8GB Ram(16GB or more preferred)
256 GB Hard Drive (SSD Preferred)
1080p screen resolution or better
Intel or AMD Virtualization Enabled in BIOS.
Access to Reliable High-Speed Internet
End-of-Course Outcomes:
Develop a security plan; establish suitable level of protection; determine legal issues; implement network security design; and revise risk analysis and security plan. Here are the key domains covered in this course in preparation of the CompTIA Pentest+ PT0-002 certification exam:
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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
It is the policy of the Career and Technical Education Division and the Electronics Program that pagers and cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classroom setting and pagers and cell phones must be turned off while in labs.
It is the policy of the Career and Technical Education Division and the Electronics Program that food and drink may be allowed in the classroom setting, at the discretion of the instructor, but food and drink are not allowed in labs.
Grading Criteria
| Percentage | Grade |
|---|---|
| 89.5% | A |
| 79.5% | B |
| 69.5% | C |
| 59.5% | D |
| < 59.5% | F |
The following criteria will be used to determine your final grade.
| Activity | Learning Environment | Percentage Weight | Additional Information |
|---|---|---|---|
| Attendance | In-Class | 28.34% | - |
| Cengage Labs | At-Home | 28.33% | - |
| Comprehensive Final Exam | In-Class | 15% | - |
| Capstone Project: Penetration-Testing Report | At-Home | 28.33% | - |
All work is provided at the beginning of the semester. It is your responsibility to ensure all work is completed by the scheduled deadlines.
** This is an accelerated 8-week course and requires substantial work outside of class. **
This course is to prepare students to take the CompTIA PT0-002 Pentest+ Certification Exam
Complete assignments by the scheduled date/time. Late work is not accepted without written permission from your instructor prior to the due date.
All work due in Cengage MindTap has a late policy of: You have 5 days to complete the assignment after the due date and a 10% late penalty will be applied to your grade. After the 5 days, the assignment will not be available.
The calendar below represents a planned outline for the course. Actual dates are subject to change. Please check your email daily for course updates from your instructor.
WK 1 – Modules 1 and 2, Syllabus Quiz
WK 2 – Modules 3 and 4
WK 3 – Modules 5 and 6
WK 4 – Modules 7 and 8
WK 5 – Modules 9 and 10
WK 6 – Modules 11, 12, and 13
WK 7 – Capstone Project
WK 8 – Comprehensive Final
Exam Details
| Exam Codes | PT0-002 |
| Launch Date | October 28, 2021 |
| Exam Description | The CompTIA PenTest+ will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope a penetration testing engagement including vulnerability scanning, understand legal and compliance requirements, analyze results, and produce a written report with remediation techniques. |
| Number of Questions | Maximum of 85 questions |
| Type of Questions | Performance-based and multiple choice |
| Length of Test | 165 minutes |
| Passing Score | 750 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Recommended Experience | Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge. Minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience. While there is no required prerequisite, PenTest+ is intended to follow CompTIA Security+ or equivalent experience and has a technical, hands-on focus. |
PenTest+ is compliant with ISO 17024 standards and approved by the US DoD to meet directive 8140/8570.01-M requirements. Regulators and government rely on ANSI accreditation, because it provides confidence and trust in the outputs of an accredited program.
MPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
March 17: Spring 2 classes begin
March 24: Census Day (Administrative Drop for Non-Attendance)
April 7: Registration Begins - Summer 2025 / Fall 2025
April 18 - April 20: Easter Holiday - AC Closed
April 29: Last Day to Withdraw
May 8: Last Day of Course
May 9: Spring Commencement
03/05/25 3:23 PM
03/31/25 8:02 AM