Capstone Project – CSCI 681

CG • Section 8WK • 11/08/2019 to 04/16/2020 • Modified 09/05/2023

Course Description

The capstone is an opportunity for the student to demonstrate the Cyber Security skills gained throughout the program. The student will learn how to apply the tools, techniques, and knowledge gained throughout the program in a practical, real world setting. The goal for this course is to evaluate the knowledge and skills gained by students in the Cyber Security program.

For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.

Rationale

CSCI 681 is the capstone course for the cyber security degree program which provides the student with a hands-on environment to test and apply knowledge and skills learned throughout the program. The student will be required to critically think through real-world scenarios and recognize the value of cyber security methodologies.

Course Assignment

Textbook readings and lecture presentations

Course Requirements Checklist

After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.

Discussions (4)

Discussions are collaborative learning experiences. Therefore, the student is required to create a thread in response to the provided prompt for each discussion. The thread must be at least 300 words, demonstrate course-related knowledge, and include at least 1 scholarly source, other than the textbook/course material, in current APA format. In addition to the thread, the student is required to reply to a minimum of 2 other classmates’ threads. Each reply must be at least 100 words and contain at least 1 scholarly source in current APA format. There must also be an appropriate incorporation of biblical worldview, supported by scripture in the initial post.

Lab Assignments (6)

The student will complete labs associated with the course material. Each lab will have specific instructions for tasks, along with deliverables, to be completed in the virtual lab environment.

Cloud Security Research Paper Assignment

The student will complete one written research paper on a specific topic according to assignment instructions.

Quiz: Mid-Term

The student will complete one quiz in week 4 to test knowledge on chapters 1-5 of required textbook.