Introduction to Computer Security (ICS 171)
General Information Session
Join us on Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 5:30pm via Zoom to learn more and ask questions about Introduction to Computer Security (ICS 171). To join the session visit https://go.hawaii.edu/83J.
Leeward Community College (LCC) is offering an Introduction to Computer Security (ICS 171) to rising high school juniors, seniors and 2025 high school graduates this summer from June 2 – July 25, 2025. This FREE in-person class will examine the essentials of computer security, including risk management, the use of encryption, activity monitoring, intrusion detection; and the creation and implementation of security policies and procedures to aid in security administration.
P3I will enhance this course with field trips to defense businesses on O‘ahu and the opportunity meet and connect with information technology (IT) professionals.
The deadline to apply is May 1, 2025.
Application Steps:
- For current high school students: Complete the online LCC Early College/Running Start application at apply.hawaii.edu & Complete the Dual Credit Application.
- For 2025 high school graduates: Complete the online LCC High School Graduates application at apply.hawaii.edu.
- ** Both groups of students will need to complete the next steps after LCC admission including creating a UH username and placement testing (English)
- **Class of 2025 will also need to submit their immunization and vaccinations records
- Dual credit can be offered to any student at a Hawaii Dept. of Education school.
Contact Kenisha Strong-Ruiz for more information at kmstrong@hawaii.edu.
The Pacific Intelligence and Innovation Initiative (P3I) is managed by the Hawaii Defense Alliance and supported by Hawaiʻi congressional delegates. This program is funded through the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering OUSD(R&E). P3I is committed to supporting economic development in Hawaiʻi by creating jobs and opportunities for Hawaiʻi’s students, businesses and military.