Cybersecurity, B.A.
The Cybersecurity degree option is recommended for those who intend to pursue graduate studies in computer science, or to obtain employment in the cybersecurity field. This program equips individuals with the knowledge and skills to protect computer systems, networks, and data from cyber threats. The Cybersecurity program will focus on topics like network security, cryptography, risk management, incident response, and secure software development as well as certification preparation. Students also learn to identify vulnerabilities, assess risks, and implement security measures to safeguard information.
I. Cybersecurity Program Requirements (66-67 credits)
Required classes:
| CS 111 | Introduction to Computer Programming | 3 |
| CS 112 | Object-Oriented Program Design | 3 |
| CS 121 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CS 202 | Web Design and Development | 3 |
| CS 213 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| CS 220 | Network and System Security | 3 |
| CS 221 | Cybercrime and Governance | 3 |
| CS 241 | Networking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CS 251 | Introduction to Linux | 3 |
| CS 295 | Cybersecurity Sophomore Seminar | 3 |
| CS 310 | Database Design | 4 |
| CS 320 | Security Operations | 3 |
| CS 321 | Ethical Hacking | 3 |
| CS 322 | Security Policy and ADS Security | 4 |
| CS 420 | The Future of Cybersecurity | 3 |
| CS 421 | Cyber Security | 4 |
II. Other Program Requirements
Take one of the following
Required-classes
| MA 121 | Differential Calculus | 3 |
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| MA 131 | Calculus of Single Variable Functions | 4 |
| MA 315 | Probability and Statistics | 3 |
| ENWR 305 | Workplace Writing | 3 |
| EC 203 | Project Management Economics | 3 |
| CO 206 | Small Group Communication | 3 |
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| CO 275 | Conflict Management | 3 |
| or | |
| CO 320 | Organizational Communication | 3 |
| or | |
| CO 325 | Intercultural Comm | 3 |
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| CO 340 | Interpersonal Communication Theory | 3 |
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| PSY 200 | Emotional Intel & Personal Prof Success | 3 |
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| PSY 216/SO 216 | Social Psychology | 3 |