MSFT 2895 - Cyber Security & Networking Capstone

Successful completion of this course helps prepare students for the complexities of solving real-world problems in cyber security and/or computer systems & networking. Working on the projects enables students to exercise and reinforce the fundamental principles they have learned in prior courses in this area, e.g., computer systems, networking, and cyber security. 

Course activities also reinforce written and oral communication skills, via evaluated project reports and presentations.

Prerequisites:
Successful completion of MSFT 1510 Windows Client Operating System and MSFT 1745 A+ Computer Maintenance, MSFT 1520 – Windows Server Networking plus completion or concurrent enrollment in sophomore required program courses, or instructor consent.

Co-requisites:
None

Minimum Student Competencies
Upon completion of MSFT 2895 Cyber Security & Networking Capstone, the student will:

1. use and apply current cyber security and/or computer systems and networking concepts and practices.
2. design a solution to a significant open-ended problem in cyber security and/or computer systems and networking;
3. design, implement, debug, and test a networked computer system that address the selected problem using the skills learned in previous courses;
4. choose appropriate theories and techniques to address the problem;
5. judge performance/complexity tradeoffs among alternative theories and/or methodologies in this context;
6. document and present (using written, oral and visual means) the design process and the results of a proposed solution to the selected problem;
7. create and implement effective project plans
8. select an appropriate evaluation methodology to confirm that the solution meets the design goals;
9. evaluate and critically assess the proposed solution(s)
10. recognize the qualities necessary to succeed in a professional environment.