Introduction to Cybersecurity

CIT 15000/ 3 Cr.

This course will Demystify Cybersecurity.  In this experiential course, students will be immersed in a real-world cyber environment to solve cybersecurity problems using science and art.  Contemporary issues and experience how the scientific process unfolds to make such contributions.  In particular, students will study cybersecurity topics through capture the flag games, minimal lectures, and student collaborations.  Students will learn to deal with cyber threats through a variety of collaborative, experiential activities including passwork hacking, malware, mobile, and networked devices.  The course will introduce students to the variety of cybersecurity careers available in business, healthcare, non-profit, and government.  This course is open to all students no matter what their background.

• Available Online: Yes
• Credit by Exam: Yes
• Laptop Required: No