Department of Computer Science - Cybersecurity, Bachelor
Faculty
Coordinator: Dr. Yenumula B Reddy
Professor: Dr. Yenumula Reddy
Associate Professor: Dr. Jaruwan Mesit
Assistant Professor: Dr. Prasanthi Sreekumari & Dr. Babu Kaji Baniya
Overview
The Department of Computer Science seeks to meet the computer science needs of the
State of Louisiana and the nation by producing graduates who possess the skills and
knowledge necessary to be productive computer scientists. The department provides
the basic education necessary for careers in computer science and related fields.
The Cybersecurity degree program provides comprehensive undergraduate-level training.
The core course requirements provide the students with the knowledge and skills needed
to successfully evaluate information security needs, identify appropriate counter
security measure, and implement security technologies. The main focus of this program
is to concentrate on specific security areas of interest, such as software, networks,
and databases. The program is aligned withe ABET accreditation requirements and
national guidelines for information security professionals.
The Program Objectives (ABET PO's) for the Bachelor of Science degree program in Cybersecurity
are:
- To train cybersecurity professionals to meet the needs of business, industry, educational
institutions, and government agencies of the state of Louisiana.
- To increase capability in information security for the benefit of the state and nation.
- To provide knowledge of the latest techniques in cybersecurity for computer professionals
in the state and offer excellent opportunities for professional advancement.
The student learning objectives (ABET SLO's) are as follows -
Upon completing the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, students will be able to:
- Identify and analyze a problem, then define the computing requirements appropriate
to it's solution.
- Design, implement, and evaluate a computer-based solution to meet a given set of computing
requirements in the context of the discipline.
- Communicate effectively with a range of audiences about technical information.
- Make informed judgments in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
- Function effectively in teams to establish goals, plan tasks, meet deadlines, manage
risks and produce deliverables.
- Apply security principles and practices to the environment, hardware, software, and
human aspects of a system.
- Analyze and evaluate systems with respect to maintaining operations in the presence
of risks and threats.
Computer Science Curriculum Plan
Freshman Year
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Computer Science 110 & 120
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6
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Biology 113, 115
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4
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English 101 & 102
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6
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First Year Experience 101 & 102
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2
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History 103
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3
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Cybersecurity 115
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3
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Mathematics 147* & 148
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6
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Total Hours
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30
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Sophomore Year
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Computer Science 201
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3
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Cybersecurity 210
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3
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Cybersecurity 255
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3
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Computer Science 326
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3
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Mathematics 153
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3
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Mathematics 273
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3
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English 200
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3
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English 201
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3
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Physics 153, 153L
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4
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Theatre 212
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3
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General Education Testing 300
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0
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Total Hours
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31
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Junior Year
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Cybersecurity 322
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3
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Computer Science 325
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3
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Cybersecurity 346
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3
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Cybersecurity 355
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3
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Mathematics 154
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3
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Economics 201
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3
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Mathematics 274
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3
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Physics 154, 154L
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4
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ART 105
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3
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Sociology 101
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3
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Total Hours
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31
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Senior Year
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Cybersecurity 401
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1
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Cybersecurity 407
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3
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Cybersecurity 410 or Computer Science 411
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3
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Cybersecurity 412
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3
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Cybersecurity 431
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3
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Cybersecurity 436
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3
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Cybersecurity 4XX - Elective*
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6
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Foreign Language
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6
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Total Hours
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28
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TOTAL
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120
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*Electives must be approved by advisor and department head. Based on mathematical
knowledge, students may be required to take MATH 147/148 prior to taking MATH 153.
Electives
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Computer Science 435
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3
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Computer Science 426
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3
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Cybersecurity 452
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3
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Cybersecurity 454
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3
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Cybersecurity 455
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3
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Cybersecurity 457
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3
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Cybersecurity 460
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3
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Cybersecurity 461
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3
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