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Online Bachelor's Degree in Cybersecurity

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science - Cybersecurity Engineering

Cybersecurity is among the major issues facing companies and organizations today. If you have an interest in developing software that could help prevent cyberattacks and systems to detect network breaches, the Bachelor of Science in Computer Science-Cybersecurity Engineering program from CTU could be for you. You can study new models, methods, technologies, and tools in computer science and software engineering. And you can explore how to analyze processes and techniques to construct software solutions to cost-effectively implement cyber-defense strategies. This degree program includes hands-on programming and real-world situations taught by industry professionals—all designed to help you prepare for the exciting field of cybersecurity.

The BSCS in Cybersecurity Engineering:

  • Has CTU Fast Track exams available - a series of mini modules designed to test your knowledge of key course objectives, offering the opportunity to earn college credit for what you already know
  • Is ranked among the Best Online Bachelor’s Programs by U.S. News & World Report for the ninth year in a row*
  • Was validated thereby to map to the DHS/NSA cybersecurity knowledge unites**

At CTU, students come first. Our flexible online course schedules are designed to help you to build a class schedule around your schedule. And with grants and scholarships available for those who qualify, a degree from CTU can be both achievable and affordable. Learn more below or fill out the form to speak with an admissions advisor.

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Relevant Institutional/Programmatic Accreditation
CTU is institutionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission www.hlcommission.org

CLASSES START

  • June 13, 2023
  • July 25, 2023
  • August 29, 2023

TOTAL CREDITS

183

PROGRAM AVAILABILITY

  • Online
  • Colorado Springs
  • Denver South

Program Details

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  • Program Overview

    The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science (BSCS) with a concentration in Cybersecurity Engineering is a 183-credit hour program that is offered online and at the Colorado campuses. The program consists of 51 general education credits, 88 credit hours in the computer science core, and 44 credit hours in the cybersecurity engineering concentration.

    The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a career centered on building computer software solutions through programming with algorithmic techniques. Students will explore a broad range of theoretical and practical knowledge, methods, processes, techniques and skills to effectively design and develop the computer software according to domain-specific requirements.

    The curriculum of BSCS offers broad and detailed knowledge on how a computer’s software works, and how to design and develop different levels and types of computer software. This is different from the curriculum of the Computer Engineering program which is focused on how to design and develop computer hardware. It is also different from the curriculum of the Information Technology program, which is focused on how to apply both computer hardware and software to design, develop and support high level end-user-oriented business systems, services or applications.

     

    This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification.  As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.

    Through innovative industry-current curricula and technology-enabled student-centered teaching, the College of Computer Science, Engineering and Technology empowers students to become motivated, creative, ethical, and skillful professionals who can resolve challenges in Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, and Information Technology in order to meet the needs of the digital economy.
  • Degree Requirements

    Courses: General Education
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    COMS105 Interpersonal Communications 4.5
    or
    COMS203 Speech Communications 4.5
     
    ENGL104 Introductory Written Communication 4.5
    ENGL105 Professional Written Communications 4.5
    HIST101 Modern American History: 1950 to the 21st Century 4.5
    MATH111 College Algebra for Technical Programs 4.5
    PHIL101 Introduction to Ethics 4.5
    PSYC102 Introductory Psychology 4.5
    SCI101 Introduction to the Sciences 4.5
    SCI103 Science and Technology- Laboratory Course 1.5
    SCI201 Environmental Science and Sustainability 4.5
    SOCL102 Introductory Sociology 4.5
    UNIV104 Academic and Career Success 4.5
    Total Credit Hours: 51
    Courses: Core
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CS101 Problem Solving in Computer Science 4
    CS118 Principles of Programming Languages 4
    CS119 Introduction of Programming 4
    CS141 Fundamentals of Computer Organization and Architecture 4
    CS219 Python Programming 4
    CS221 SQL Programming 4
    CS226 Java Programming 4
    CS228 C++ Programming 4
    CS233 Fundamentals of Data Structures 4
    CS253 Introduction to Database Systems 4
    CS267 Computer Algorithms 4
    CS311 Mobile Programming 4
    CS337 Introduction to Parallel Computing 4
    CS341 Principles of Operating Systems 4
    CS349 Software Engineering 4
    CS356 Foundations of Big Data Analytics 4
    CS491 Computer Science Team Project I 4
    CS492 Computer Science Team Project II 4
    CSS150 Introduction to Computer Security 4
    IT204 Fundamentals of Networking 4
    MATH211 Applications of Discrete Mathematics for Computer Systems and IT 4
    MATH311 Data Driven Statistics for Computer Systems and IT 4
    Total Credit Hours: 88
    Courses - Concentration
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CS227 Linux Programming 4
    CSS200 Principles of Network Security 4
    CSS280 Ethical Hacking 4
    CSS300 Vulnerability Assessment and Management 4
    CSS321 Software Assurance 4
    CSS410 Cloud Computing, Privacy and Security 4
    CSS441 Security Compliance 4
    Select 16 Credits from the list of courses shown below 16
    Total Credit Hours: 44
    Courses - Elective Choices
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CS361 Principles of User Interface Design 4
    CS367 Streaming Data Analytics 4
    CS368 Fundamentals of Software Requirements 4
    CS374 Fundamentals of Software Design 4
    CS378 NoSQL Databases 4
    CS379 Machine Learning 4
    CS397 Data Warehousing 4
    CS473 Data Mining 4
    CS479 Data Visualization 4
    CSS250 Security Risk Management 4
    CSS330 Database Security 4
    CSS332 Database and Web Vulnerabilities and Security 4
    CSS340 Operating System Security 4
    CSS350 Computer Forensics I 4
    CSS351 Computer Forensics II 4
    CSS380 Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning 4
    Courses- Elective Choices
    Credits
    Course Title Course Description Credit Hours
    CS227 Linux Programming 4
    CS361 Principles of User Interface Design 4
    CS367 Streaming Data Analytics 4
    CS368 Fundamentals of Software Requirements 4
    CS374 Fundamentals of Software Design 4
    CS378 NoSQL Databases 4
    CS379 Machine Learning 4
    CS397 Data Warehousing 4
    CS473 Data Mining 4
    CS479 Data Visualization 4
    CSS250 Security Risk Management 4
    CSS330 Database Security 4
    CSS332 Database and Web Vulnerabilities and Security 4
    CSS340 Operating System Security 4
    CSS350 Computer Forensics I 4
    CSS351 Computer Forensics II 4
    CSS410 Cloud Computing, Privacy and Security 4

    Total Credit Hours: 183

  • Accreditations and Alignments

    The Department of Homeland Security and the National Security Agency have recognized Colorado Technical University as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). The Bachelor of Science in Computer Science program with a concentration in Cybersecurity Engineering was validated thereby to map to the DHS/NSA cybersecurity knowledge units.

    Outcomes for this program align with the educational standards of ABET.

     

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  • Outcomes

    BSCS Program Learning Outcomes:

    1. Analyze a complex computing problem and to apply principles of computing and other relevant disciplines to identify solutions.
    2. Design, implement, and evaluate a computing-based solution to meet a given set of computing requirements in the context of the program’s discipline.
    3. Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts.
    4. Recognize professional responsibilities and make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
    5. Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline.
    6. Apply computer science theory and software development fundamentals to produce computing-based solutions.

    Concentration Learning Outcomes:

    Cybersecurity Engineering

    1. Understand knowledge of new models, methods, technologies, tools, and the context-specific best practice and hands-on skills relevant to cybersecurity engineering as they emerge.
    2. Apply appropriate cybersecurity engineering-related theories, models, processes, techniques and tools to construct software solutions to cost-effectively detect, mitigate, prevent and remove various types of security vulnerability and attacks, and adequately and safely defend the computer resources’ normal operability.
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