Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate
Overview
The main objective of the certificate program is to expose students to state-of-the-art concepts and techniques in the area cybersecurity.
Learning Goals and Objectives
The program will produce graduates who will:
Goal 1: Succeed as practicing cybersecurity specialists.
Students will be able to:
Objective 1.1: Identify, formulate, and solve problems encountered when constructing solutions involving cybersecurity and related fields.
Objective 1.2: Articulate the security and legal aspects of a computing environment.
Goal 2: Adapt and evolve in complex technological environments such as those found in the workplace.
Students will be able to:
Objective 2.1: Analyze contemporary issues related to the evolving discipline of cybersecurity.
Objective 2.2: Apply modern skills, techniques, and tools in their professional practice.
Overview
The main objective of the certificate program is to expose students to state-of-the-art concepts and techniques in the area cybersecurity.
Degree Requirements for Cybersecurity Graduate Certificate
Completion of one required core and four elective courses as outlined below:
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Core Courses | ||
| Select the following: | 3 | |
| Computing Essentials | ||
| Elective Courses | ||
| Select any four CSC courses from below: | 12 | |
| Introduction to Security | ||
| Advanced Security | ||
| Security in Mobile App Design | ||
| Intro to Ethical Hacking | ||
| Digital Forensics | ||
| Intro to Soc Net Anlys and Mdl | ||
The core-course requirement is waived for students with undergraduate degrees in computer science or related fields.