Program Mission
The primary purpose of the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity program is to protect computers and computer devices from unauthorized access to information such as, software, hardware, and data. Students will receive rigorous education to enhance their knowledge about technology, they will demonstrate and understand the importance of standard ethical and moral character while using technology and will be equipped to use their skills and function globally.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
The intended student learning outcomes for the major in Cybersecurity are aligned with 蓝莓视频鈥檚 mission to promote academic achievement, positive moral and spiritual development, leadership qualities, and citizens who can contribute to a global society.
Content Knowledge:听Students will detect and resolve security issues related to computer system and networks.
Critical Thinking:听Students will develop, design, test, and evaluate software.
Problem Solving:听Analyze a problem and find a solution regarding security risks. Apply computing, mathematical concepts, algorithmic principles, and computing for software structure.
Analysis and Application of Scientific Information:听Students will investigate, interpret, and resolve computer incidents and understand the impact cybersecurity has locally and globally.
Degree Requirements (124 hours)
This listing of requirements is for information purposes as of the dating of this catalog. Part Two is restricted to students admitted to the bachelor鈥檚 degree and having a class standing of junior or senior.
Total 62 Hours
General Education Requirements (31 total hours)
Free Electives at the 100 or 200 Level (3 total hours)
Requirements for the Major (28 total hours)
CSC 101: Introduction to Computer Science and Programming
CSC 102: Introduction to Programming I
CYB 101: Intro to Cyber Security
CYB 201: Data Structures
CYB 202: Web Application Programming I
CYB 203: Python Programming
MAT 221: Calculus I
Total 62 Hours
General Education Requirements (4 total hours)
Free Electives at the 100 or 200 Level (3 total hours)
Requirements for the Major (55 total hours)
ICSC 201: Programming II
CSC 301: Programming III
CSC 303: Data Visualization
CSC 304: Artificial Intelligence
CSC 305: Special Topics-Cyber Security Forensics
CYB 301: Web Application II
CYB 302: Database Design and Security
CYB 303: Operating Systems
CYB 304: Cyber Law, Cyber, Ethics, and Cyber Crime
CYB 400: Malware Analysis
CYB 401: Computer and Security Network I
CYB 403: Defensive Network Security
CYB 404: Computer and Security Network II
MAT 300: Probability and Statistics
Career Options
These are just a few of the careers you could start with a degree in Cybersecurity!
Information Security Analysis
Protect organizations from cyber threats by monitoring networks, identifying vulnerabilities, and implementing security measures.
System Testing
Test and evaluate the security of systems as an “ethical hacker” by simulating cyberattacks to identify weaknesses and prevent real breaches.
Security Consulting
Advise businesses on best practices for data protection, risk management, and compliance with security regulations.