COURSE CURRICULUM

The Cybersecurity Engineering program equips students with the knowledge and skills to protect critical digital systems across industries such as aviation, healthcare, defense, and industrial automation. This interdisciplinary program blends computer science, engineering, mathematics, and risk management to prepare students for careers in defending complex systems against sophisticated cyber threats. Core coursework covers network security, cybersecurity operations, wireless network security, cryptology, IoT security, network instrumentation and forensic analysis, and systems engineering. Students gain hands-on experience through laboratory components in network infrastructure, cybersecurity operations, IoT systems, and capstone projects, ensuring practical application of theoretical knowledge. Engineering fundamentals, professional development, and ethics courses strengthen problem-solving, leadership, and decision-making capabilities. Additional courses in mathematics, probability and statistics, physics, and formal logic provide a strong analytical foundation, while electives in computer science, information technology, and technical engineering areas allow customization of the curriculum to focus on specialized interests. The program also includes courses in risk and insurance to understand the broader context of system vulnerabilities and resilience. Capstone projects, seminars, and upper-division electives provide opportunities for students to synthesize learning, address real-world cybersecurity challenges, and engage in research or applied projects. Graduates leave the program ready to pursue roles such as cybersecurity engineer, network security analyst, systems architect, or IT security specialist, with the ability to design, implement, and maintain resilient systems that withstand, detect, and recover from cyberattacks. Emphasis on both technical proficiency and ethical responsibility ensures graduates are prepared to safeguard critical infrastructure in a rapidly evolving digital landscape.