Information Security Minor

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One of the most pressing concerns facing our information age society today is the security of information assets. The Information Security minor prepares students to better understand, prevent, mitigate and respond to threats to information security. Students are introduced to basic Information Security concepts, current issues and approaches to Information Assurance/Security.

Minor Requirements

COS 206: Introduction to Information Security 3 credits
COS 338: Introduction to Networking 3 credits
COS 354: Network Security 4 credits

Select one of the following: 3-4 credits

COS 413: Computer Forensics and Investigations 4 credits
OR
PSA 413: Computer Forensics & Investigations 4 credits
COS 430: Cryptography 3 credits

Select one of the following: 3 credits

COS 374: Operating Systems Security 3 credits
COS 440: Cyber Defense 3 credits
COS/ELC/PSA Elective 3 credits

University Catalog

Information Security Minor

Minor Requirements

Select one of the following: 3-4 credits

Select one of the following: 3 credits

Total: 19-20 credits