Program Description
This program prepares students for a broad range of positions in the field of cybersecurity. Foundational skills taught include end-user support, client/server operating systems, network infrastructure administration, security, scripting, database fundamentals, , virtualization, and technical communication. Advanced skills include database design, project management, information technology management and business systems analysis. Coursework in this program provides a foundation for select industry certifications. These certifications enhance employment opportunities but are not a state specific requirement.
Additional topics in cybersecurity include cybersecurity concepts, cryptography, cyber law and ethics, information assurance, ethical hacking, designing network security, computer forensics and network defense.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of their program, the student should be able to:
- Apply industry standards to the implementation and support of network systems and computer devices.
- Demonstrate the principles of information technology security.
- Use information systems for the collection, organization, and delivery of data.
- Express relevant information to technical and nontechnical audiences.
- Design secure network infrastructures for physical and virtual environments.
- Create information technology solutions based on business needs or requirements.
Program Content
A minimum of 120.00 semester credit hours is required for graduation.