Information Security
The Bachelor of Science in Information Security at Washington Technology University is designed to provide an in depth understanding of information technology as well as prepare students to address a wide range of vulnerabilities and threats that affect private, corporate and government computer information systems. This program prepares students to design and implement key technologies and processes needed to protect critical information in cyberspace.
Program Outcomes
Identify the elements of an information system and understand how software is developed and used within the information system
Use and apply mathematical concepts appropriate to the development of software for a computer and information system
Demonstrate background knowledge of Operating Systems, Networking, Data Communications, Database Technology, Information Systems Planning, and Project Management
Analyze an information systems problem, define performance requirements and specifications needed to solve an information security problem
Identify solutions while recognizing the social and ethical impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society
Demonstrate effective team communication
Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for information systems practices by recognizing the need for, and the ability to engage in, continuing professional development
Understand professional, ethical, legal, security, social issues and responsibilities
Demonstrate the use of various computer forensic software tools and techniques as well as follow proper legal procedures for obtaining, analyzing, and reporting digital forensic evidence
Explain the findings of a cyber forensic investigation in both written form and in oral form
Identify and analyze legal issues within technology, regarding standards, compliance, contracts, computer crime, privacy, obscenity, and intellectual property
Compare and contrast techniques for preventing unauthorized access to computer networks and apply measures for minimizing the damage caused by network intruders.
Evaluate and implement security controls for an information system to provide assurance where the security processes or controls are implemented
Evaluate an implemented Governance Framework for its effectiveness and usefulness to an organization.
Identify the security mechanisms contained within various computing devices used to protect it while allowing it access to external data and other connected devices
Program Plan (180 credits)
First Year (45 credits)
- Communications (5 credits)
- Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning (5 credits)
- Humanities (10 credits from two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Social Sciences (10 credits in two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Natural Sciences (10 credits in two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Electives (5 credits for any discipline from any category in this list)
Pre-Major (45 credits)
Any college-level credit from a regional or nationally accredited college or university.
Foundational Courses (10 credits)
This are the basic required courses for the program. Students should understand basic computing and computer science as well as a foundational understanding of Math to be able to succeed in this program
Core Technology Courses (35 credits)
These courses form the foundational technology class needed to complete the program. This core technology classes will also be shared with other programs
| CPSC 220 | Operating Systems Foundations | 5 |
| CPSC 250 | Programming Fundamentals | 5 |
| CPSC 310 | Database Management Systems | 5 |
| INSE 300 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Information Systems | 5 |
| INSE 320 | Data Communications and Networking | 5 |
| INSE 335 | Project Management | 5 |
| INSE 400 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 5 |
Major Courses (40 credits)
These courses form the major class needed to complete the program.
| INSE 405 | Internet Security | 5 |
| INSE 410 | Corporate Governance, Policy, Risk, and Cybercrime | 5 |
| INSE 415 | Computer and Network Security | 5 |
| INSE 420 | Security Strategies for Operating Systems and Applications | 5 |
| INSE 425 | Computer and Network Forensics | 5 |
| INSE 430 | Compliance Auditing IT Infrastructure | 5 |
| INSE 440 | Internet, Wireless, and Mobile Device Security | 5 |
Capstone (5 credits)
This is the capstone courses for the program
Total Credit Hours: 75-90
Washington Technology University
Program Design Specification
BS in Information Security
90 Credits
Approved: 9/9/2021 2:53:17 PM
Program Name:
Information Security
The Bachelor of Science in Information Security at Washington Technology University is designed to provide an in depth understanding of information technology as well as prepare students to address a wide range of vulnerabilities and threats that affect private, corporate and government computer information systems. This program prepares students to design and implement key technologies and processes needed to protect critical information in cyberspace.
Program Outcomes:
Identify the elements of an information system and understand how software is developed and used within the information system
Use and apply mathematical concepts appropriate to the development of software for a computer and information system
Demonstrate background knowledge of Operating Systems, Networking, Data Communications, Database Technology, Information Systems Planning, and Project Management
Analyze an information systems problem, define performance requirements and specifications needed to solve an information security problem
Identify solutions while recognizing the social and ethical impact of computing on individuals, organizations and society
Demonstrate effective team communication
Use current techniques, skills, and tools necessary for information systems practices by recognizing the need for, and the ability to engage in, continuing professional development
Understand professional, ethical, legal, security, social issues and responsibilities
Demonstrate the use of various computer forensic software tools and techniques as well as follow proper legal procedures for obtaining, analyzing, and reporting digital forensic evidence
Explain the findings of a cyber forensic investigation in both written form and in oral form
Identify and analyze legal issues within technology, regarding standards, compliance, contracts, computer crime, privacy, obscenity, and intellectual property
Compare and contrast techniques for preventing unauthorized access to computer networks and apply measures for minimizing the damage caused by network intruders.
Evaluate and implement security controls for an information system to provide assurance where the security processes or controls are implemented
Evaluate an implemented Governance Framework for its effectiveness and usefulness to an organization.
Identify the security mechanisms contained within various computing devices used to protect it while allowing it access to external data and other connected devices
Program Requirements:
Program Plan (180 credits)
First Year (45 credits)
- Communications (5 credits)
- Quantitative and Symbolic Reasoning (5 credits)
- Humanities (10 credits from two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Social Sciences (10 credits in two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Natural Sciences (10 credits in two different subject areas or disciplines)
- Electives (5 credits for any discipline from any category in this list)
Pre-Major (45 credits)
Any college-level credit from a regional or nationally accredited college or university.
Foundational Courses (10 credits)
This are the basic required courses for the program. Students should understand basic computing and computer science as well as a foundational understanding of Math to be able to succeed in this program
Core Technology Courses (35 credits)
These courses form the foundational technology class needed to complete the program. This core technology classes will also be shared with other programs
| CPSC 220 | Operating Systems Foundations | 5 |
| CPSC 250 | Programming Fundamentals | 5 |
| CPSC 310 | Database Management Systems | 5 |
| INSE 300 | Legal and Ethical Issues in Information Systems | 5 |
| INSE 320 | Data Communications and Networking | 5 |
| INSE 335 | Project Management | 5 |
| INSE 400 | Fundamentals of Information Security | 5 |
Major Courses (40 credits)
These courses form the major class needed to complete the program.
| INSE 405 | Internet Security | 5 |
| INSE 410 | Corporate Governance, Policy, Risk, and Cybercrime | 5 |
| INSE 415 | Computer and Network Security | 5 |
| INSE 420 | Security Strategies for Operating Systems and Applications | 5 |
| INSE 425 | Computer and Network Forensics | 5 |
| INSE 430 | Compliance Auditing IT Infrastructure | 5 |
| INSE 440 | Internet, Wireless, and Mobile Device Security | 5 |
Capstone (5 credits)
This is the capstone courses for the program