Cybersecurity B.S.

Cybersecurity is a rapidly evolving field that addresses the need to protect digital assets in an increasingly data-driven world. This Cybersecurity Major offers a comprehensive exploration of fundamental concepts such as ethical hacking, data protection, and network security, applied in both technical and business environments. It integrates practical skills with theoretical knowledge and addresses the growing demand for professionals that can manage and mitigate cyber threats effectively. The program focuses on ethical issues, professional responsibility, and essential technical skills for effectively navigating complex cybersecurity environments.

Major Requirements

Cybersecurity Foundations: 28 sh

CSC 1300	Computer Science I	4 sh
CYB 2000	Introduction to Cybersecurity	4 sh
CYB 3142	Digital Forensics	4 sh
CYB 3111	Information Security	4 sh
CYB 3360	Network Security	4 sh
CYB 4000	Cybersecurity Governance, Risk and Compliance	4 sh
CYB 4111	Cybersecurity Capstone	4 sh

Mathematical Foundations: 8 sh

MTH 2410	Discrete Structures	4 sh
STS 2120	Statistics in Application	4 sh

Electives: 8 sh

Choose two courses from the following. Each prefix can only count once towards this requirement. Only 4 sh of /cyb-4985'>CYB 4985 can count towards this requirement. Only 4 sh of /cyb-4999'>CYB 4999 can count towards this requirement.

BUS 2210	Legal and Ethical Environment of Business	4 sh
CSC 4444	Artificial Intelligence	4 sh
PHL 2100	Critical Thinking	4 sh
PHL 3340	Political Philosophy	4 sh
POL 3450	International Terrorism	4 sh
POL 3460	International Security	4 sh
PSY 3850	Criminal Behavior	4 sh
CYB 4999	Research	1-4 sh
CYB 4985	Internship in Cybersecurity	1-4 sh

Tracks : 14 sh

Choose one of the following tracks, Management or Technical

Management:

MGT 3500	Generative AI for Business	4 sh
MGT 3100	Foundations of Business Analytics	4 sh
MGT 4110	Data Wrangling	4 sh

Choose one of the following courses: 2 sh

BUS 3985	Internship in Business	1-2 sh
CYB 4985	Internship in Cybersecurity	1-4 sh

Technical:

CSC 2300	Computer Science II	4 sh
CSC 3427	Cloud Security	4 sh

Choose one: 4 sh

CSC 3465	Software Design	4 sh
CSC 3123	Web Development	4 sh

Choose one: 2 sh

CYB 4545	Emerging Topics in Cybersecurity	2 sh
CYB 4985	Internship in Cybersecurity	1-4 sh

Total Credit Hours: 58

Program Outcomes

Analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.

Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of cybersecurity.

Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.

Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practices based on legal and ethical principles.

Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in cybersecurity-related activities.

Apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.

Use current technologies, skills, and tools necessary for cybersecurity practice.

Analyze the local and global impact of ethical cybersecurity practices on individuals, organizations, and society.