Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity

Information Systems Essentials

This is an introduction to the essential computer software tools used in the modern information society. Students will be introduced to software applications such as word processing, presentations, spreadsheets, databases, and email. Project-based learning activities will provide hands-on experiences for students to practice and apply the skills to real-world situations. Students will integrate these tools in a comprehensive project. (3 units)

Business IT Application

This course will develop essential math and computer skills necessary to support the student's integration into the business program. Students will be introduced to the Microsoft Office suite application packages: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook. In addition, they will reinforce essential math skills that support upper division requirements and integrate with computer software applications. Students will be expected to demonstrate integration of the math and software skills by the end of the course. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or STA 144. (3 units)

Composition

This is a process-based writing class that focuses on academic writing, reading, and critical thinking as expressed in expository and analytical writing assignments through 5 to 7 substantial essays over the course of the semester. Develops fluency, coherence, style, effectiveness, and literary analysis. Students must pass this course with a C- or better or demonstrate a comparable level of writing competence to fulfill general competency requirements and to proceed to ENG 123 - Intermediate Composition. Students may only earn credit for ENG 113 or ENG 113E - Composition Enriched with Lab. (3 units)

Intermediate Composition

Continued practice in writing with emphasis on critical thinking, argument, analysis and interpretation of multicultural readings and other interdisciplinary expository materials. Includes the writing of a major research paper (or report) in addition to several shorter essays requiring various types of documentation. Students may only earn credit for ENG 123 or ENG 123E - Intermediate Composition Enriched with Lab. Prerequisite: ENG 113 with a grade of C- or better or evidence of comparable level of writing competency. Note: Students must successfully complete this course with a grade of C- or better to fulfill general education requirements and to begin any literature course. (3 units)

Intermediate Algebra

This course satisfies the math competency for the general education requirements. It will include instruction in the following areas; roots and radicals, quadratic equations and inequalities, graphing relations and functions, systems of equations and inequalities, and matrices and determinants. Prerequisite: MAT 095 or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores. (3 units)

Security by Design

This course explores the theoretical and practical aspects of basic security design fundamentals as they relate to the analysis, design, development, and implementation of Information System components. Topics covered include separation of domains, isolation, encapsulation, least privilege, simplicity of design, testing, documentation, minimization of implementation, deployment, maintenance, fail safe defaults, fail secure, modularity, layering, least astonishment, open design, usability, and reverse engineering. (3 units)

Intro Computer Programming C++

Introduction to computer science. Covers problem solving methods and algorithm development; modern programming methodologies; and fundamentals of high-level block structured language using C++. Prerequisite: EGR 181 or MAT 115. (3 units)

Intro to Statistics

Mathematical theory and applications, development of formulae, principles of statistical decision theory, descriptive measurements, probability concepts, random variables, normal distribution, inferential statistics, sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, chi-squared procedures, linear regression, and the use of computers in statistics. Prerequisite: MAT 115 or sufficient SAT, ACT or math placement exam scores and appropriate high school mathematics background. (3 units)

Ethics and Legal Issues in Information Technology

This course offers extensive and topical coverage of the legal, ethical, and societal implications of information technology. Students will learn about issues such as file sharing, infringement of intellectual property, security risks, internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and ethics of it corporations. Students will gain an excellent foundation in ethical decision making for current and future business managers and it professionals. (3 units)

Computer and Network Security

This course will provide the student with the knowledge of modern computer and network security procedures, the ability to recognize attacks, and best practices process countermeasures. Students will also learn how to process the authentication, identification, data secrecy, data integrity, authorization, access control, computer viruses, and general network security procedures. This course will also cover secure e-commerce and applications of public key methods, digital certificates, and credentials. (3 units)

Business Networking

Provides students with the ability to assess the IT needs of an organization and select, develop, integrate, and administer the appropriate solution. Specifically, students will be proficient in the technical aspects of a network, including installation, maintenance, monitoring, resource management, user management, and performance issues; have working knowledge in common operating systems including installation, configuration, scripting, user and resource management, troubleshooting and the use of common system utilities; and they will be able to evaluate, analyze, design, manage, administer and troubleshoot networks. (3 units)

Database Security

This course equips students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of how database systems are managed along with the issues and solutions associated with protecting the associated data assets. Topics covered include relational databases, NoSQL databases, object based vs. object oriented, database vulnerabilities, indexing, inference, aggregation, polyinstantiation, hashing and encryption, masking, database access controls, information flow, database security models, SQL Injection, inference and aggregation security issues, and common DBMS vulnerabilities. (3 units)

Defensive Security

This course explores the theories, concepts, and methodologies related to the analysis and assessment of the cybersecurity needs and vulnerabilities of the organization. Students are equipped with the knowledge of the various options available to mitigate threats within a system. Topics covered include network mapping, network security techniques and components, cryptography, malicious activity detection, countermeasures, trust relationships, defense in Depth (layering), OS and application patching, vulnerability scanning and windows, social engineering, and analytical tools. (3 units)

Offensive Security

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to take an offensive position in regards to cybersecurity and the organization. Topics covered include penetration testing, ethical hacking, honeypots, false ports and services, false directories, attacker identification, network entry point notifications, subversion, and tarpitting. (3 units)

Computer Forensics

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully navigate the cybersecurity incident response lifecycle. Topics covered include response preparation, incident detection, data collection, data analysis, remediation, and legal compliance. (3 units)

Cybersecurity Management

This course explores the theories, concepts, and methodologies related to organizational security. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required for success regarding the following topics: component procurement, identity management, risk management, cybersecurity planning, security program management, and security operations. (3 units)

Network Defense

This course explores the methodologies, tools, and techniques necessary to protect network and communications assets from cyber related threats. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required for success in regards to the following topics: implementing IDS/IPS, implementing firewalls and VPNs, defense in depth, honeypots and honeynets, network monitoring, network traffic analysis, minimizing exposure, network access control, DMZs/proxy servers, network hardening, mission assurance, network policy development and enforcement, network operational procedures, and network attacks. (3 units)

Cybersecurity Capstone

This course provides the opportunity to integrate knowledge and demonstrate skills obtained throughout the program in the form of an enterprise level cybersecurity related project, which involves a risk assessment of an organization's current cybersecurity posture and noting the results in the form of findings, discussion, and recommendations. The course culminates with a final report/paper and presentation. (3 units)

Computer and Operating System Architecture

This course explores the theoretical and practical aspects of computer operating systems. Topics covered include the fundamentals of computer organization, operating system theory, operating system architecture, Windows and Mac operating systems, UNIX/LINUX operating systems, mobile device operating systems, file systems, virtualization, hardware, storage, resource sharing, network connectivity, power interfaces, system set-up, interfacing with peripherals, installing operating system software, system testing and debugging, troubleshooting, and the planning and installation of application software. (3 units)

Overview of the Bible

A general survey of the Hebrew Bible and the Christian writings (New Testament) with special emphasis to the religious and national life of the Hebrew people, the life of Jesus, and the development of the early church. An Online and Professional Studies requirement for Online and Professional Studies degree programs only. (3 units)

Upper Division Christian Studies

Courses will be available in a future semester.