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Learning Objectives
The BSCSIA program has the following program outcomes:
1. The graduate will be able to evaluate security of a given system design according to defined security goals.
2. The graduate will be able to mitigate security concerns related to network, cloud, cellular, mobile, and wireless technologies.
3. The graduate will be able to evaluate the effectiveness of an organization’s cyber operations to protect and preserve data.
4. The graduate will be able to conduct digital forensics as part of an incident response plan.
5. The graduate will be able to create a risk management plan that includes disaster recovery and continuity plan for information systems within a given organization.
6. The graduate will be able to relate ethical principles and legal issues governing cyber operations within an organization.
7. The graduate applies core information technology skills in IT systems, operating systems, networking, security, scripting and programming, data management, project management, and web development to support organizational functions.
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Feedback
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