Cybersecurity

Program Overview:

The Cybersecurity program equips students with the skills to protect computer systems and networks from cyber threats. The program covers network security, ethical hacking, cryptography, and digital forensics.

Program Duration: 2 years (4 semesters)

• Total Hours per Semester: 360 hours

• Total Hours per Week: 24-30 hours

Curriculum Outline:

• Semester 1: Introduction to CybersecurityFundamentals of Information Security (60 hours)
  Networking Basics (60 hours)
  Operating Systems and Virtualization (60 hours)
  Introduction to Python Programming (60 hours)
  Cybersecurity Policies and Procedures (60 hours)
  

• Semester 2: Intermediate Cybersecurity PracticesNetwork Security (60 hours)
  Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing (60 hours)
  Secure Coding Practices (60 hours)
  Database Management Systems (60 hours)
  Incident Response and Management (60 hours)
  

• Semester 3: Advanced Cybersecurity TechniquesCryptography (60 hours)
  Security Architecture and Design (60 hours)
  Web Application Security (60 hours)
  Digital Forensics (60 hours)
  Cloud Security (60 hours)
  

• Semester 4: Cybersecurity SpecializationAdvanced Threat Detection and Mitigation (60 hours)
  Security Risk Management (60 hours)
  Regulatory Compliance and Legal Issues (60 hours)
  Cybersecurity Project/Internship (120 hours)
  Emerging Technologies in Cybersecurity (60 hours)
  

Learning Outcomes:

• Develop foundational knowledge of information security principles and practices.

• Secure network infrastructures and protect against various cyber threats.

• Perform ethical hacking and penetration testing to identify vulnerabilities.

• Design secure systems and implement effective security measures.

• Analyze and respond to cybersecurity incidents.