Cybersecurity Engineering (BS)

University of Alabama in Huntsville

Bachelor's DegreeAcademicCIP: 14.0999

The BS in Cybersecurity Engineering program enables students to pursue careers in the cybersecurity and information assurance fields. The program provides a foundation in computer programming, computer hardware and software, and digital circuits before delving into cybersecurity topics such as digital forensics, software reverse-engineering, network security and cybersecurity management. It is accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET, http://www.abet.org.

Credits

124 credits

Format

In-Person

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Course Pathway

28 courses in this program

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

EGR 101Doctoral Dissertation

3 cr

FYE 101ECharger Success - Education

1 cr

EGR 299Engineering Mentoring I

EGR 399Engineering Mentoring Ii

EE 202Introduction To Digital Logic Design

3 cr

EE 203Digital Logic Design Lab

1 cr

CPE 211Introduction To Computer Programming For Engineering

3 cr

CPE 211LLaboratory

CPE 212Fundamentals - Software Engineering

3 cr

CS 214Introduction To Discrete Structures

3 cr

CPE 221Computer Organization

3 cr

CS 317Introduction To Design/Analysis Of Algorithms

3 cr

CPE 323Introduction To Embedded Computer Systmes

3 cr

CPE 325Embedded Systems Laboratory

1 cr

CPE 348Introduction To Computer Networks

3 cr

CPE 353Software Design & Engineering

3 cr

ISE 390Probability & Engineering Statistics I

3 cr

CPE 434Operating Systems

3 cr

CPE 435Operating Systems Laboratory

1 cr

CPE 449Introduction To Cybersecurity Engineering

3 cr

IS 450Supply Chain Management System

3 cr

CS 465Network Security

3 cr

CS 480Mobile Digital Forensics

3 cr

CPE 455Secure Software Development

3 cr

CPE 457Software Reverse Engineering

3 cr

CPE 459Systems Security

3 cr

CPE 488Cybersecurity Engineering Capstone I

3 cr

CPE 498Cybersecurity Engineering Capstone Ii

3 cr

Program Details

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Cybersecurity Engineering (BS)

University of Alabama in Huntsville

Bachelor's DegreeAcademicCIP: 14.0999

Credits

124 credits

Format

In-Person

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingSpeakingActive ListeningWritingJudgment and Decision MakingComplex Problem SolvingMathematicsSystems EvaluationSystems AnalysisInstructingLearning StrategiesActive LearningOperations MonitoringProgramming

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyEnglish LanguageMathematicsComputers and ElectronicsDesignTelecommunicationsEducation and TrainingChemistryProduction and ProcessingAdministration and Management

Abilities

Oral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionOral ComprehensionWritten ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningInformation OrderingProblem SensitivityCategory FlexibilitySpeech ClarityMathematical ReasoningNear VisionFluency of IdeasOriginality

Tasks

Conduct research in a particular field of knowledge and publish findings in professional journals, b
Prepare course materials, such as syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.
Evaluate and grade students' class work, laboratory work, assignments, and papers.
Consult with users, administrators, and engineers to identify business and technical requirements fo
Implement system renovation projects in collaboration with technical staff, engineering consultants,
Keep abreast of changes in industry practices and emerging telecommunications technology by reviewin
Develop disaster recovery plans.
Develop or recommend network security measures, such as firewalls, network security audits, or autom
Develop and implement solutions for network problems.
Design or conduct applied biodiesel or biofuels research projects on topics, such as transport, ther
Analyze data from biofuels studies, such as fluid dynamics, water treatments, or solvent extraction
Prepare, or oversee the preparation of, experimental plans for biofuels research or development.
Manage the coordination and overall integration of technical activities in architecture or engineeri
Direct, review, or approve project design changes.
Consult or negotiate with clients to prepare project specifications.

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareObject or component oriented development softwareAccess softwareDevelopment environment softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareComputer based training softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareWord processing softwareTransaction security and virus protection softwareHelpdesk or call center softwareVideo creation and editing softwareNetwork monitoring softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareDocument management softwareData base management system softwareData base user interface and query softwareExpert system software

Tools

Carousel slide projectorsCompact digital camerasCompact disk CD playersComputer data input scannersComputer laser printersComputer numerical control CNC lathesComputer numerical control CNC millsComputer projectorsConference telephonesDesktop computersDigital calculatorsDigital video camerasDigital video disk DVD playersHandheld microphonesInteractive whiteboard controllersAerial bucket trucksAmplifier probesCable analyzersCable cuttersCable plowsCable tie gunsCircuit testersCoaxial cable testersCombo crimping toolsCompaction tampersComputer serversContinuity testersDigger derricksDigital power metersElectricity monitors

Work Values

AchievementRecognitionIndependenceWorking ConditionsRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Graduate-level curricula in advanced engineering topics — design, continuously refine, and deliver autonomously across a sustained portfolio of courses at a doctoral-granting institution.
Doctoral student research programs — supervise end-to-end, from dissertation proposal through defense, within a university engineering department.
Original research investigations — lead independently, producing peer-reviewed publications and presentations that advance knowledge in a defined engineering subdiscipline.
Competitive federal and industry grant proposals — author and submit as principal investigator, securing multi-year external funding for laboratory operations and graduate support.
Complex, non-routine engineering problems — diagnose and resolve by applying deductive and inductive reasoning across intersecting domains including physics, mathematics, and systems analysis.
Undergraduate and graduate course learning outcomes — evaluate through systematic assessment data, revising instructional methods to demonstrably improve student achievement.
Interdisciplinary engineering systems — analyze and critically evaluate using computational modeling tools, integrating findings into both research and classroom instruction.
Emerging technologies and engineering standards — monitor continuously through literature review and professional engagement, translating advances directly into updated course content.
Collaborative research partnerships — establish and manage with industry or government laboratories, coordinating student involvement and ensuring regulatory compliance.
Engineering design and manufacturing software ecosystems — leverage at an expert level to support research workflows and authentic project-based learning experiences.

Course Pathway

28 courses in this program

Program Requirements

Courses required to complete this program

EGR 101Doctoral Dissertation

3 cr

FYE 101ECharger Success - Education

1 cr

EGR 299Engineering Mentoring I

EGR 399Engineering Mentoring Ii

EE 202Introduction To Digital Logic Design

3 cr

EE 203Digital Logic Design Lab

1 cr

CPE 211Introduction To Computer Programming For Engineering

3 cr

CPE 211LLaboratory

CPE 212Fundamentals - Software Engineering

3 cr

CS 214Introduction To Discrete Structures

3 cr

CPE 221Computer Organization

3 cr

CS 317Introduction To Design/Analysis Of Algorithms

3 cr

CPE 323Introduction To Embedded Computer Systmes

3 cr

CPE 325Embedded Systems Laboratory

1 cr

CPE 348Introduction To Computer Networks

3 cr

CPE 353Software Design & Engineering

3 cr

ISE 390Probability & Engineering Statistics I

3 cr

CPE 434Operating Systems

3 cr

CPE 435Operating Systems Laboratory

1 cr

CPE 449Introduction To Cybersecurity Engineering

3 cr

IS 450Supply Chain Management System

3 cr

CS 465Network Security

3 cr

CS 480Mobile Digital Forensics

3 cr

CPE 455Secure Software Development

3 cr

CPE 457Software Reverse Engineering

3 cr

CPE 459Systems Security

3 cr

CPE 488Cybersecurity Engineering Capstone I

3 cr

CPE 498Cybersecurity Engineering Capstone Ii

3 cr

Program Details

Detailed information about this program

No detailed information available.

Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

No requirements listed.

Financial Aid

Eligible funding programs

No funding information available.

Scholarships

No scholarships listed.

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