Associate of Science

Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity

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Overview

This Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity degree program prepares students for three external Amazon Web Service (AWS) certification exams while earning an Associate of Science degree. The program begins with the origins and history of AI, machine learning and computer vision. The focus of the program is on examining AI as it affects Cybersecurity, and explores the security implications of AI, as well as the benefits for cybersecurity investigations. 

Program Goal

This program's goal is to present students with a personalized, student-centered learning experience focused on the impact of AI as it relates to cybersecurity. During the learning process the program covers aspects of AI common to many current AI applications. This knowledge will allow students to leverage the program materials as a platform to successfully work in AI-related cybersecurity professions.

Program Outcomes

Students graduating from this program will be able to:

  • Use knowledge of AI in relation to cybersecurity - including concepts and program materials - as a platform for success in AI fields and AI-related cybersecurity employment.
  • Be prepared for three external Amazon Web Service (AWS) Certification exams.

Degree Program - First Year

Fall Semester 

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
13
8
17

Spring Semester 

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
CS Technical Elective (excludes CIS110M)  +
2
2
3
Sub-Total Credits
13
9
17

Degree Program - Second Year

Fall Semester 

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
14
6
16

Spring Semester 

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Social Science Elective  +
3
0
3
Sub-Total Credits
11
5
13
Total Credits
63