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Cybersecurity Minor (Online)

Overview

Requirements

The Cybersecurity minor comprises the Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate and the Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate. Courses should be taken in sequence. 

Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate

TECH 325Networking

3
TECH 362Cybersecurity

3
TECH 311Security Policies and Procedures

3
TECH 326Network Security

3

Advanced Cybersecurity Certificate

TECH 401Defensive Network Security

3
TECH 310Secure Operating Systems

3
TECH 402Computer Forensics

3
TECH 400Ethical Hacking

3

Total Credit Hours: 24

Outcomes

  1. Design effective technology-based solutions integrated into the user’s environment. 
  2. Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills to generate possible solutions to technology related problems. 
  3. Communicate effectively with clients and peers verbally and in writing. 
  4. Collaborate in teams to accomplish a common goal by integrating personal initiative and group cooperation. 
  5. Demonstrate independent learning through research, preparation, and presentation of a solution of a technology problem. 
  6. Describe the impact of technology on individuals, organizations, and society, including ethical, legal, and policy issues.