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2024-2025 Academic Catalog

Cybersecurity, AS


Total Credits: 60

Major Code: 5104

Program Description

Cybersecurity is one of the fastest-growing career categories in the world and the need for skilled professionals to help prevent damaging and costly security breaches is at an all-time high. The Associate of Science (AS) in Cybersecurity degree program places emphasis on the fundamental skills and knowledge required to safeguard an organization’s information and defend systems while preparing students for successful transfer to a four-year institution to continue their studies in computer and/or network se­curity related fields.

General Education/MnTC Requirements: 30 credits


Complete at least 30 credits from the Minnesota Transfer Curriculum (MnTC), including all courses listed. You must complete at least one course in six of the ten goal areas. One course may satisfy more than one goal area, but the course credits may be counted only once.

Goal 01: Communication


Goal 02: Critical Thinking


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 02 Course List   

Goal 03: Natural Sciences


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 03 Course List  

Goal 04: Mathematical/Logical Reasoning


Goal 05: History/Social/Behavioral Sciences


Goal 06: Humanities/Fine Arts


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 06 Course List  

Goal 07: Human Diversity


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 07 Course List  

Goal 08: Global Perspective


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 08 Course List  

Goal 09: Ethical/Civic Responsibility


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 09 Course List  

Goal 10: People and the Environment


Optional: May be taken to reach 1 of 6 goals/MnTC total. MnTC Goal 10 Course List  

Program Information


Program Goals


By completing this program, students will achieve the following learning goals:

  1. Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of essential facts, concepts, design principles, policies, laws, and threats relating to computer and network security;
  2. Identify and explain the impact of technology on individuals and organizations, including security and ethical issues;
  3. Configure and administer systems and networks with an understanding of vulnerabilities and defensive techniques utilized to keep data secure; and
  4. Communicate effectively with individuals in and outside of the field

Developmental Courses


Some students may need preparatory courses in the areas of English, mathematics, or reading. Courses numbered below 1000 will not apply toward this degree.

Completion Requirements


  • A minimum of 60 semester credits in courses numbered 1000 or above.
  • A minimum cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 in courses numbered 1000 or above at ARCC.
  • Satisfy residency requirements.
  • A minimum grade of C must be earned in all program requirements.
  • Completion of specific degree requirements.
  • To complete your program, please submit the appropriate application found here.
  • The requirements of this program are subject to change without notice.

Program Sequence


The sequence that follows is suggested for full-time students. Part-time students will need more time to complete this program; many courses are offered in the evening.

1st Year


Total: 14-16 credits

Spring Semester


Total: 14-16 credits

2nd Year


Total: 14-16 credits

Spring Semester


Total: 14-16 credits

Note


This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on anokaramsey.edu.

You are encouraged to contact an academic advisor at 763-433-1230 for course planning assistance, information about transfer credit evaluation, and transfer options.

Anoka-Ramsey Community College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator and a member of Minnesota State. Disclaimer, Non-Discrimination Statement, and Student Consumer Information, such as graduation rates and median debt, can be found here: AnokaRamsey.edu/disclosures.

This document is available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling the Minnesota Relay Service at 7-1-1 or 1-800-627-3529.