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May 05, 2024
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Fitchburg State University 2023-2024 Undergraduate Catalog
Cybersecurity Concentration, Computer Science, B.S.
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Chairperson
Nadimpalli Mahadev
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Associate Professors |
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| Brady Chen |
Natasha Kourtonina |
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| Nadimpalli Mahadev |
Frits Lander |
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| Ricky Sethi |
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The explosive growth of information technology, and in particular, cloud computing, has increased the dependence of individuals and organizations on the data and information stored on network storage devices and communicated over networks. This, in turn, has led to extremely high demand for professionals in computer and cybersecurity technologies.
In addition to the objectives of all the CS majors, the Cybersecurity concentration provides the unique opportunity for students in Computer Science major to develop knowledge and skills in computer and network security, data encryption and decryption, cybersecurity, and ethical hacking. This concentration prepares students for professional careers in the rapidly changing fields of information technology, networking and cybersecurity.
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Requirements for Cyber Security Concentration
The Cyber Security concentration in BS in Computer Science must include:
Additional Requirements
- A minimum of 6 credits in Natural Sciences (currently defined as BIOL, PHYS, CHEM and GEOG) with SI attributes that include lab component.
- Two CS Electives at or above 3000 level *
* At most 6 internship credits can count towards the required CS electives.
Required General Education Courses
CS majors who wish to do both cybersecurity and game programming concentrations should consult their academic advisor in their early sophomore year to plan an optimum schedule.
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