Cybersecurity Minor (M)

The Cybersecurity Minor equips students with foundational knowledge and practical skills in protecting information systems, networks, and digital assets against evolving threats. Through a sequence of courses in security principles, risk management, ethical hacking, and defensive technologies, students develop technical competence, analytical reasoning, and ethical awareness essential for securing organizational infrastructure. Upon completion, graduates emerge prepared to contribute to cybersecurity teams, apply security best practices in their major fields, and uphold a commitment to integrity and responsible stewardship in the digital domain.

Curriculum

Required Courses
CSC 1070Theory and Fundamentals of Computer Science3
CSC 1800Systems Integration3
CSC 2000Coding I - Fundamentals3
CSC 3600Cybersecurity3
CSC 3610Networks & Security3
CSC 4600Penetration Testing3
Total Hours18