Associate of Applied Science in Cybersecurity
An Associates of Applied Science (AAS) in Cybersecurity graduate will understand the techniques used to compromise and infiltrate systems as well as the proven methods to protect data. The AAS in Cybersecurity degree includes courses in programming, wireless technologies, mathematics, and networking with focused concentrations in both theory and hands-on experience.
Curriculum
The matrix below is a sample plan for all coursework required for this program.
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| ENGL 1023 Composition II 1 | 3 |
| SCIL 1XXX Science with Laboratory 1 | 4 |
| COMS 1011 Programming Foundations I Lab and COMS 1013 Programming Foundations I | 4 |
| CSEC 1213 Wireless and Cellular Security | 3 |
| Total Hours | 14 |
| Fall | Credits |
|---|---|
| CSEC 2223 Virtualization | 3 |
| COMS 2203 Programming Foundations II | 3 |
| MATH 2703 Discrete Mathematics | 3 |
| CSEC 2213 Network Forensics and Incident Response | 3 |
| SS 1XXX Social Science Courses 1 | 3 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
| Spring | Credits |
|---|---|
| COMM 2173 Business and Professional Speaking 4 | 3 |
| COMS 2323 Programming in Python | 3 |
| COMS 2213 Data Structures | 3 |
| Elective | 6 |
| Total Hours | 15 |
1See appropriate alternatives or substitutions in "General Education Requirements".
2TECH 1013 Introduction to the University is a substitution for TECH 1001 Orientation to the University; Electives would reduce from 6 hours to 4 hours.
3MATH 2914 Calculus I is a substitution for MATH 2243 Calculus for Business and Economics.
4COMM 2003 Public Speaking is a substitution for COMM 2173 Business and Professional Speaking.