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Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity, AS

Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity, AS
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Introduction to Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity

This Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity degree program will allow you to prepare for three external Amazon Web Service (AWS) certification exams while earning an Associate of Science degree. The program begins with the origins and history of AI, machine learning and computer vision.  The focus of the program is on examining AI as it affects Cybersecurity, and teaching you the security implications of AI, as well as the benefits for cybersecurity investigations.

Degree & Certificate Options

This program offers the following Associate of Science* degree:

  • Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity, (A.S.)

*Note: To see other Computer Science degree programs, go to Computer Science and Innovation, Computer Science eXtended Reality and Cybersecurity Investigations.

Program Goals

This program’s goals are to present you with a personalized, student-centered learning experience focused on the impact of AI as it relates to cybersecurity. The program covers aspects of AI common to many current AI applications. This knowledge will allow you to leverage the program materials as a platform to successfully work in AI-related cybersecurity going forward.

Curriculum

Curriculum

Admissions Requirements

Applicants for admission to the Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity degree program must comply with general college admission requirements. You must also provide a High School transcript or participate in an interview with an MCC Admissions Counselor.

There are no other specific program admissions requirements.

Technical Standards

Most physical requirements necessary for this program can be accommodated with appropriate documentation.

Curriculum – Required Courses

Total Credits:
63

Course Sequencing

Degree Program – First Year

Item #
Title
Credits
CSAI100M
Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
3
CIS105M
Introduction to Computer Science
3
CIS110M
Microsoft® Computer Applications I
3
ENGL110XM or ENGL110M +
4

ENGL110XM or ENGL110M

Total Credits: 4


ENGL110XM
College Composition I with Corequisite
5
ENGL110M
College Composition I
4
Apps Elective +
3

Apps Elective

Total Credits: 3


CIS107M
Introduction to Program Development
3
CIS108M
Introduction to Windows Apps Development
3
FYE100M
MCC Essentials
1

Item #
Title
Credits
CIS126M
Programming with Python
3
MATH155M
College Algebra with Trigonometry
4
Computer Science Technical Elective +
3

Computer Science Technical Elective

Total Credits: 3

Any computer science elective excluding CIS110M


Computer Science Technical Elective +
3

Computer Science Technical Elective

Total Credits: 3

Any computer science elective excluding CIS110M


Degree Program – Second Year

Item #
Title
Credits
CSAI130M
Natural Language Programming
4
CSAI240M
Artificial Intelligence for Computer Vision
4
MATH106M
Statistics I – An Introduction to Statistical Reasoning
4
Physics Elective +
4

Physics Elective

Total Credits: 4


PHYS135M
College Physics I
4
PHYS210M
University Physics I
4

Item #
Title
Credits
CSAI260M
Artificial Intelligence for Cybersecurity
4
CIS291M
Capstone Senior Seminar
3
MATH170M
Discrete Mathematics
4
English Literature/Philosophy Elective +
3

English Literature/Philosophy Elective

Total Credits: 3


ENGL213M
Creative Writing
3
ENGL214M
Creative Nonfiction
3
PHIL240M
Ethics
3
Social Science Elective +
3

Social Science Elective

Total Credits: 3

(ANTH, ECON, GEOG, HIST, POLS, PSYC, SOCI)


Total Credits:
63

Outcomes

Outcomes

Acquired Skills

When you graduate from this program you will:

  • Be able to use your knowledge of AI in relation to cybersecurity – including concepts and program materials – as a platform for success in AI fields and AI related cybersecurity employment.
  • Have received time to prepare for three external Amazon Web Service (AWS) Certification exams.

Employment Opportunities

Computer science remains one of the fastest growing fields, with a projected shortage of qualified job candidates for programmers, networkers, database professionals, AI and XR professionals and web designers. 

Students with a Computer Science Artificial Intelligence (AI) for Cybersecurity degree typically work as a:

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI) Specialist
  • IoT Developer
  • Mobile App Developer
  • Software Engineer

Potential Salary*

Computer Science remains one of the fastest growing fields, with a projected shortage of qualified job candidates for programmers, networkers, web designers and AI, XR or database professionals.

There is a wide range of jobs in the computer science and artificial intelligence industries. See below for the national average annual salary range for an Information Security Analyst.

ENTRY-LEVELMID-RANGEEXPERIENCED
$88,072$130,539$186,388

*Career Coach 2024; Go to mccnh.lightcastcc.com for more.

Outgoing Transfer Opportunities

Students enrolled in this program can transfer to 4-year colleges and universities like:

  • Plymouth State University
  • Rivier University
  • University of New Hampshire
  • …and many more

 

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