Master of Science in Computer Science - Computer Systems Security Concentration
Beginning January 2018, this concentration is no longer offered under this name and is now Cybersecurity Engineering.
The Master of Science in Computer Science program centers on a set of core courses which are designed to provide the student with an understanding of operating systems and networking, as well as knowledge of computer system architecture and the software system engineering process. The MSCS program is designed for Computer Science professionals seeking to advance their careers in a broad range of computer fields.
Building on the MSCS program core, the concentration courses provide the foundation and focused knowledge for those interested in the systems security field. Protecting vital enterprise computer systems from unauthorized change, improper access, theft of information and monetary theft has always been important. It is becoming more so with the rapid growth of networking, the Internet and e-business. This concentration presents an overview of computer systems security, together with the opportunity to attain education competencies necessary to develop a security policy, formulate an implementation plan, design and implement security measures, and monitor and manage computer systems security.
This program does not lead to additional licensure or certification. As such, CTU has made no determination regarding prerequisites for licensure or certification in any state or jurisdiction.
Degree Requirements
Courses: Core
CS627 | Design and Analysis of Algorithms | 4 |
CS630 | Modern Operating Systems | 4 |
CS635 | Computer Networking | 4 |
CS651 | Computer Systems Security Foundations | 4 |
CS660 | Database Systems | 4 |
CS672 | Systems Engineering Methods | 4 |
CS698 | Computer Science Capstone | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 28 |
Courses: Concentration
CS631 | Digital Forensics | 4 |
CS652 | Operating Systems Security | 4 |
CS653 | Network Security | 4 |
CS654 | Security Management | 4 |
CS661 | Software Information Assurance | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 20 |
Total Credit Hours: 48
Preparatory Requirements
The CTU Master of Science in Computer Science degree program is designed to provide technical depth in computer science and in the three concentration areas—software engineering, security and database management systems. In order to achieve this depth a solid foundation in mathematics, computer science, and the student’s concentration area is required. In addition, the student must have an intermediate level of ability to program in a current object-oriented programming language such as C++ or Java, such as is provided by CS215 or IT215. Students who have the required background but need to refresh their mathematics skills are highly encouraged to take MATH501. Students who have the required background but need to refresh some of their computer science skills are highly encouraged to take CS500.
Area of Study
- Engineering & Computer Science