Goals and Outcomes

Mission Statement

The mission of the Computer Science / Cybersecurity program is to provide the students with the knowledge and problem-solving skills required for a successful career and/or graduate study in the computing/cybersecurity field. Graduates have the ability to communicate effectively, to teach themselves new skills and to adapt to an ever-changing technological environment. Graduates will be able to properly deal with the social, legal and ethical issues that will inevitably arise in their chosen profession.

Program Goals

  • The graduates of the Computer Science / Cybersecurity program will be well prepared to find employment in the computing/cybersecurity and/or pursue graduate studies.
  • The graduates of the Computer Science / Cybersecurity program will be familiar with current technology/trends in computing/cybersecurity and have the ability to learn and use new languages and tools.
  • The graduates of the Computer Science / Cybersecurity program will demonstrate the ability to function effectively on teams to design and implement software systems.

Student Learning Outcomes

  • Develop a program to effectively solve a given real world problem using an appropriate high level programming language.
  • Design and implement object oriented programs using an object oriented programming language and associated class libraries.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of theoretical concepts in computer science. [not applicable for the Cybersecurity concentration]
  • Demonstrate knowledge of systems concepts.
  • Apply software engineering principles to design, implement, and test a software system.
  • Demonstrate a knowledge of core issues concerning professional, social, and ethical responsibilities in computing.
  • Define cybersecurity foundations and principles. [only applicable for the Cybersecurity concentration]
  • Demonstrate cybersecurity attack vectors and defense mechanisms. [only applicable for the Cybersecurity concentration]
  • Analyze cyber systems to detect vulnerabilities. [only applicable for the Cybersecurity concentration]