The online certificate in security and risk analysis is a five-course, 15-credit program of study. To earn this certificate, you must successfully complete each course with a grade of C or higher.
Course List - Undergraduate Certificate in Security and Risk Analysis
Required Course (3 credits — choose one)
Title
Abbreviation
Description
Credits
Introduction to Programming
CMPSC 101
Fundamentals of computational thinking including reasoning about problems at multiple levels of abstraction; and analyzing code for its behavior, efficiency, and correctness.
Prerequisite: 2 credits in mathematics
3 credits
Introduction to Programming Techniques
CMPSC 121
Introduction to programming techniques design and implementation of algorithms. Structured programming. Problem solving techniques. Introduction to a high-level language, including arrays, procedures, and recursion
Prerequisite: MATH 110 or prerequisite or concurrent MATH 140
3 credits
Introduction to Application Development
IST 140
A first course in concepts and skills for application development.
Prerequisite: C or better in Math 21 or placement above the level of Math 21 in the mathematics placement test. Recommended Preparation: Math 22
3 credits
Required Courses (12 credits)
Title
Abbreviation
Description
Credits
Information, People, and Technology
IST 110
The use, analysis, and design of information systems and technologies to organize, coordinate, and inform human enterprises.
3 credits
Introduction to Security and Risk Analysis
SRA 111
This introductory course spans areas of security, risk, and analysis covering contexts in government agencies and business organizations.
3 credits
Threat of Terrorism and Crime
SRA 211
Provides overview of nature, scope, and seriousness of threats to security as a result of terrorism and crime.
Prerequisite: SRA 111 and CMPSC 101 or IST 140 or CMPSC 121
3 credits
Overview of Information Security
SRA 221
Provides an understanding of the overview of information security including security architecture, access control, and internet secure applications.