Associate of Science

Cybersecurity Investigations

Program

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Program Overview

MCC’s Cybersecurity Investigations program incorporates hands-on training, Virtual Reality and preparation for Comp TIA certification exams to prepare students for a growing, high-demand field.

Program Goals & Outcomes

Graduates of this program will be able to:

  • Demonstrate the concepts of a well-rounded education in cybercrime theory and application.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of various methods of detecting, recovering and preventing cybercrime.
  • Develop flexible data recovery plans relating to new and evolving data storage devices.
  • Demonstrate the ability to detect, track and prevent cyber intrusions.
  • Demonstrate the written communication skills necessary to produce well throughout conclusive reports to substantiate findings.
  • Demonstrate the oral communication skills necessary to explain and possibly testify to the findings of a digital examination.
  • Demonstrate a command of teamwork.
  • Explain the concept and importance of ethics in cybersecurity investigations.
  • Demonstrate a foundation for employment or transfer to a 4-year institution.
  • Explain the necessity for a commitment to life-long learning.

Degree Program - First Year

Fall Semester

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
11
6
14

Spring Semester

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Mathematics Elective 100 or higher  +
4
0
4
Sub-Total Credits
15
8
18

Degree Program - Second Year

Fall Semester

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
Sub-Total Credits
12
9
15

Spring Semester

Course Code
Title
Theory
Lab
Credits
English Elective  +
3
0
3
Science Elective (3 credits)  +
3
0
3
Sub-Total Credits
14
8
17
Total Credits
64