Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (124-133 Hours)
Program Outcomes
an ability to analyze a complex computing problem and apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
an ability to design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
an ability to communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
an ability to recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
an ability to function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
an ability to apply security principles and practices to maintain operations in the presence of risks and threats.
Essential Liberal Arts Courses (34 hours)
Required
| AIL100 | AI for Everyone | 3 |
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
| CCC102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
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| MATH100 | Mathematics for the Liberal Arts | 4 |
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| MATH101 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 |
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| Scientific Inquiry | 4 |
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| Experiential Learning | 2 |
Great Conversation Series
Required
| GCON110 | Great Conversation: The Meaning of Life | 3 |
| GCON120 | Great Conversation: Western Civilization | 3 |
| GCON130 | GCON130 - Great Conversation: Global Civilization | 3 |
| GCON140 | GCON140 - Great Conversation: Art | 3 |
| GCON150 | GCON150 - Great Conversation: What It Means to Be A U.S. Citizen | 3 |
Cybersecurity’s Core (65 hours)
Required
| CS101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| CS103 | Programming for Everyone I | 3 |
| CS104 | Programming for Everyone II | 3 |
| CS110 | Web Development | 3 |
| CS203 | Introduction to C | 3 |
| CS242 | Data Structures | 3 |
| CS262 | Linux - Command Line and Shell Environments | 4 |
| CS325 | Operating Systems | 3 |
| CS326 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CS327 | Network Security | 3 |
| CS328 | Network Addressing and Device Configuration | 3 |
| CS329 | Network Programming | 3 |
| CS341 | Algorithms Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CS362 | Linux Configuration and Administration | 4 |
| CS361 | Device Security and Defense | 3 |
| CS363 | Cloud Security and Threat Management | 3 |
| CS365 | Offensive Security I | 3 |
| CS366 | Offensive Security II | 3 |
| CS380 | Database Design | 3 |
| CS465 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
| CS492 | Capstone: Cybersecurity Project | 3 |
Cybersecurity Electives (3 hours)
Choose 3 hours from the following:
| CS381 | Database Management Systems | 3 |
| CS403 | Parallel and Distributed Computing | 3 |
| CS463 | Cryptography | 3 |
Cybersecurity Cognates (14 hours)
Required
| MATH135 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
| MATH204 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
| MATH205 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
| MATH216 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
Four Year Plan
Fall - First Year
| CS101 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
| CS103 | Programming for Everyone I | 3 |
| MATH115 | Pre-Calculus Mathematics | 4 |
| CCC100 | Introduction to College Writing | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - First Year
| CS104 | Programming for Everyone II | 3 |
| CS110 | Web Development | 3 |
| MATH135 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry I | 4 |
| CCC102 | Public Speaking | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Fall - Second Year
| CS203 | Introduction to C | 3 |
| CS242 | Data Structures | 3 |
| MATH204 | Elementary Statistics | 3 |
WID/ELEC
| Writing in the Discipline | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - Second Year
| CS341 | Algorithms Analysis and Design | 3 |
| CS380 | Database Design | 3 |
| CS262 | Linux - Command Line and Shell Environments | 4 |
| MATH205 | Calculus and Analytic Geometry II | 4 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Fall - Third Year
| CS326 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CS325 | Operating Systems | 3 |
CS/ELEC
| Computer Science Elective | 3 |
WID/ELEC
| Writing in the Discipline | 3 |
GCON
| Great Conversation | 3 |
Spring - Third Year
| CS362 | Linux Configuration and Administration | 4 |
| CS361 | Device Security and Defense | 3 |
| CS329 | Network Programming | 3 |
| MATH216 | Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
SCI/ELEC
| Scientific Inquiry | 4 |
Fall - Fourth Year
| CS365 | Offensive Security I | 3 |
| CS327 | Network Security | 3 |
| CS328 | Network Addressing and Device Configuration | 3 |
| CS363 | Cloud Security and Threat Management | 3 |
Spring - Fourth Year
| CS366 | Offensive Security II | 3 |
| CS492 | Capstone: Cybersecurity Project | 3 |
| CS465 | Digital Forensics | 3 |
CS/ELEC
| Major Elective | 3 |
Note:
- The expected first mathematics course for this degree is MATH135. Students who do not place into MATH135 based on the Mathematics Placement Policy may need to complete the following prerequisite courses listed below, in addition to the courses listed above:
MATH101 - Intermediate Algebra (4)
MATH115 - Pre-Calculus Mathematics (4)
C- or higher is required for all prerequisite courses in the Department of Mathematics.
- General elective credit hours will vary dependent upon the following degree requirements:
- Must complete a minimum of 120 credit hours
- Must complete a minimum of 30 credit hours of coursework at the 300 or 400-level
- Courses requiring prerequisites and corequisites are noted on the course which can be found in the course description section of the catalog.
Some select courses in this major, minor, or concentration are offered online through a consortium of accredited colleges and universities. All courses within the program are delivered by faculty employed by partner institutions in the consortium, with technology and administrative support provided by Rize Education.
Oversight of courses offered through the consortium are reviewed and approved by Adrian College. Students register through Adrian College and receive academic credit from Adrian College.