Program Overview

AS in Cybersecurity Track (Online and On Campus)

About the AS in Computer Technology

The Associate of Science degree program in Computer Technology offers students the chance to build rewarding and robust careers in a rapidly growing and dynamic field. This program provides essential skills in basic computer applications and programming that are valuable in any workplace.

About the Cybersecurity Track

The Associate of Science in Computer Technology program with a focus on Cybersecurity prepares students for entry-level positions as cybersecurity associates. The Cybersecurity curriculum is designed for those interested in building a solid foundation in computing concepts and networking management practices.

Program Requirements

Program Courses

• CS101 Computer Concepts and Applications
• CS205 Programming I
• CS220 Service Desk Essentials
• CS233 Networking Fundamentals
• CS245 Management Application and Information Systems
• CS210 Database Design and Management
• CS325 Information Security and Privacy
• CS352 Ethical Hacking and Network Defense

Total Credits: 24

General Education Requirements

• EN101 English I
• EN102 English II
• IS1051 Common Experience
• MA107 College Algebra or Higher
• MA225 Applied Discrete Mathematics
• Free Elective (4)
• Humanities Elective (2)
• Social Science Elective (2)

Total Credits: 36

1 Required of Boston campus students only

Learning Outcomes

• Make informed judgments and include unique perspectives of others in computing practice based on legal and ethical principles.
• Identify and analyze user needs and consider them during the selection, integration, and administration of computer-based systems.
• Apply security principles and practices to the environment, hardware, software, and human aspects of a system.

Program Snapshot

• Online
  • Credits: 60
  • Semester Length: 8 weeks
  • Typical Time to Completion*: 10 terms; 20 months
• On Campus
  • Credits: 60
  • Semester Length: 16 weeks
  • Typical Time to Completion: 2 years

*Based on continuous enrollment of two courses every term. Time to completion may be shorter based on eligible transfer credit or longer if course enrollment varies.