Associate of Science (A.S.)

Cyber Security/Digital Forensics

Curriculum Code
2730
Semester Hours Required for Graduation
64
Program Goals

This curriculum prepares students for transfer to complete work for a bachelor’s degree in cyber security, computer security, digital forensics or related fields.

Program Learning Outcomes
  1. Identify and demonstrate understanding of computer terminology.
  2. Describe the individual functions and integrations of the components of the criminal justice system: police, courts, and corrections.
  3. Recognize and analyze a problem to formulate and implement a solution.
  4. Demonstrate competency in the use of contemporary technology.
  5. Use research skills to locate, analyze, and discuss contemporary principles of cyber security and computer forensics.
  6. Write effectively and verbally communicate technically with clients and peers.
  7. Articulate either orally or in writing, concepts or theories applicable to cyber security or digital forensics.
Academic Preparation

It is highly recommended that the following criteria be met to begin this program, and it is REQUIRED by the completion of 24 credits:

12th-grade reading level is required. Placement test scores must indicate readiness to begin EN 101-Composition.

Competency in Pre-Algebra or Pre-Statistics is required.

Competency in basic computer skills and knowledge.

Liberal Arts Requirements

32 Semester Hours 

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
3
Sub-Total Semester Hours
32

3rd Semester 

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
3
Sub-Total Semester Hours
17

4th Semester

Course Code
Title
Semester Hours
Sub-Total Semester Hours
15

Transfer opportunities include but are not limited to: University at Albany-SUNY, Utica College and Excelsior College.

Total Semester Hours
64