Program Outcomes - (HA35)

Upon successful completion of all program requirements, graduates will be able to:

1. Explain the landscape, key terms, challenges and concepts related to the many layers of cybersecurity. Methodologies include quizzes, tests, written work, and presentations.
2. Explain fundamental architectures of networks (networks build on each other) and demonstrate an understanding of network security. Methodologies include quizzes, tests, written work, presentations, and case studies.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the legal and ethical issues and concepts associated with cybersecurity responsibilities. Methodologies include exams, quizzes, and written work.
4. Effectively communicate technical information and approaches for incident analysis and response verbally, in writing, and in presentations. Methodologies include written work and presentations.
5. Determine if and when criminal charges will be initiated for different security breaches. Analyze range of security breaches and identify if/when criminal charges are appropriate. Methodologies: case studies.
6. Apply counter measures that would secure network systems against threats. Methodologies: case studies.
7. Identify and discuss career opportunities and the necessary skills that will increase the likelihood of success in the field of cybersecurity, e.g., technical skills, network certifications, interpersonal communications, critical thinking, and leadership skills. Methodologies include presentations and case studies.