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Cybersecurity Minor

The minor in Cybersecurity equips students with a foundation knowledge to be an adept professional in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. The program will prepare graduates for careers in the protection of digital assets, data, and information systems. The program will also teach students why people make certain cognitive decisions when interacting with computers and technology. Students that complete the minor will address the growing demand for cybersecurity professionals in today’s interconnected world.

Requirements

The minor consists of six courses.

Required Courses

MAC.1006Computational Thinking

3
.
OR
MAC.1010Computer Programming I

3
.

MAC.2110Introduction to Cybersecurity

3
.

MAC.2025Introduction to Operating Systems

3
.
OR
MAC.2040Networks and the Internet

3
Courses not taken as part of the Core may be taken as Electives.

Electives

MAC.2025Introduction to Operating Systems

3
MAC.2040Networks and the Internet

3
MAC.3018System Security

3
MAC.3019Digital Forensics

3
MAC.3055Network Security

3
MAC.3085Cybersecurity Law, Policy, Compliance, and Risk Management

3
MAC.3090Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

3
IDS.3032Behavioral Cybersecurity

3
MAC 2025 and MAC 2040 may be taken as Electives if they are not being used for Core.