INFS7870-A Cybersecurity Capstone (Spring 2021)
Course Details
Section will be taught totally online with no scheduled class meetings. Students must arrange for daily access to a computer and the Internet prior to the start of classes. Robert Morris labs are to be used only as a backup in special situations and may not be relied upon for extended periods of time. In addition to the Internet link, online classes have a large emphasis on email. All messages from the instructor and other information regarding online classes, including user ids, passwords, and login instructions will be sent to your Robert Morris University email account. Visit http://rmu.blackboard.com/ for more information.
Session, Dates: 1 (01/19/2021 - 04/30/2021)
Days: ONLINE
Time: -
Location: Internet/Online
Room:
Seats Available: 8 Seats
Credits: 3
Course Description
This is a graduate level course for students to demonstrate their professional and research skills and advanced level proficiency in cybersecurity with comprehensive knowledge, skills and abilities for advanced level industry practice or professional certification. The capstone course offers the following multiple project areas for students to choose one or more with the instructor's approval: (1) Complete an in-depth culminating research project using learning from previous courses and additional research; (2) Complete a comprehensive portfolio report based on a relevant internship or work experience; (3) Pursue and reflect on a reputable and advanced level professional security certification (e.g. CISSP/Associate, CISM, CEH, or GIAC certifications); (4) Complete a report of research and reflection on the participation experience in a well-recognized regional or national cybersecurity competition or conference. Students should demonstrate in-depth research and higher learning and skills in cybersecurity. This course is to be taken in the final semester.
Prerequisite: INFS6850
Prerequisite: INFS6850
Course Materials
About the Instructor(s)
Ping Wang, Ph.D.
wangp@rmu.edu
412-397-6456 phone
412-397-6468 fax
Wheatley Center 221
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University Professor of Computer and Information Systems
Computer and Information Systems
NCAE-CDE Program Coordinator
Computer and Information Systems
wangp@rmu.edu
412-397-6456 phone
412-397-6468 fax
Wheatley Center 221
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