Computer Science and Engineering (Cyber Security)
Programme Overview
B.Tech. CSE (Cybersecurity) is designed to address the industry’s increasing demand for skilled security professionals in the public and private sector, both in the Data Security and in the Network/Cloud Security domains. .
The program covers core computer science subjects as well as cybersecurity specific courses. The emphasis of the program is to nurture students with the knowledge and skills required to secure computers, detect and analyse attacks and threats, respond to attacks, develop security policies, procedures, and standards.
The four-year undergraduate curriculum includes a sound preparation in Basic Sciences, Mathematical Foundations, Cybersecurity, Cryptography and Network Security, Secure Programming and Ethical hacking
The designed imparts 21st century skills having the following component: Liberal education aspects for all round development, courses that trigger new age skills, project based learning, special topics (hands-on sessions on multiple topics with mentoring from expert), option for MOOC, UG Research Project/Product Development/Internships. The curriculum focuses on Liberal art courses, Foundation Courses, Professional Courses, and Electives that help them build expertise in some specialized areas. Curriculum developed also emphasis on design oriented thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity right from 1st year.
Market Growth Potential & opportunity
- The Bureau of Labor Statistics has established the demand rate of information security jobs to be 37% from 2012 to 2022.
- NASSCOM reported that India alone would need 1 million cybersecurity professionals by 2020
A Degree in Computer Science & Engineering (Cybersecurity) can lead to roles in a variety of industries such as Banking & Finance, Education, Government Agencies, and Healthcare, Manufacturing and Retail.
- Information Security Analyst
- Information Risk Analyst
- Cybersecurity Analyst
- Internal Auditor
- Sales – Cyber Product and Services
- Technical Support Engineer
- Network Security Engineer
Program Objectives:
The B.Tech CSE (Cybersecurity) Program will enable students to:
- Apply conceptual and practical knowledge of Cybersecurity along with tools and technologies to avoid, identify, counter, and recover from cyber attacks
- Utilize their knowledge in the domain of Computer Science Engineering and Cyber Security to lead a successful career as experts Industry or other fields.
- Design cybersecurity tools and security applications in the field of Information technology and security analysis
Program Highlights
- Integrated Liberal education program to gain insights into subjects like Psychology, Design Thinking, critical thinking & creative writing
- Student-centered pedagogy
- Curriculum focused on recent trends
- Blended & Hybrid Learning
- Provides opportunities for hands-on and experiential learning
- Promoting deep learning through project-based learning
- Preparing students for evolving job roles in the chosen area of specialization
- Emphasis on design oriented thinking, Communication, Collaboration and Creativity from 1st year
- Offers flexibility in choosing elective courses for widening the understanding of emerging technologies
- Offers major, minor and specialization as part of 4 year programme
- Startup ecosystem to translate idea into business models
- Encourage Entrepreneurship
- Targeted towards equipping students for future skill sets
The Career Progression Route for Students
The career path initially starts as Cybersecurity Analyst whose responsibilities include: monitoring computer systems, looking for anomalies and potential abnormal events, and then escalating them to resolve those anomalies. An analyst monitors network systems and logs to root out anything of concern after which they route it to the appropriate individual on their team. After working as a Cybersecurity analyst for 2-5 years, most Cybersecurity professionals move up to mid-level Cybersecurity roles as architects. Cybersecurity architect roles include Penetration Tester (also known as Pen Testers), Certified Ethical Hacker, and Threat Hunter. After working as a Cybersecurity Architect for 15 years, most Cybersecurity professionals move up to Senior-level Cybersecurity roles as Senior Manager of IT & Security Compliance, Director of IT Security, Senior Manager, and Senior Director. A Chief Information Security Officer (CISO).
Course Matrix
| Category | List of courses | Category | List of courses |
| Liberal Art courses | Technical Communications, Constitution of India and Ethics, Design Thinking, Management and Entrepreneurship, Liberal Studies (chosen from the bucket) | Professional Electives | Blockchain & distributed Ledger, Cyber security frameworks, Vulnerability Management, Threat Intelligence, Introduction to Penetration Testing, Incident Response |
| Basis Science Courses | Engineering Chemistry , Environmental Sciences, DMS, Linear Algebra, Engineering Physics, Health Sciences, Probability and Statistics, Calculus and Numerical Methods | Open Courses | Cybersecurity |
| Engineering Science Courses | Elements of Mechanical Engineering, Basic Electrical Engineering, Basic Electronics, Fundamentals of Programming | Project work, seminar and internship | Project work, seminar and internship |
| Professional Core Courses | Database Management Systems, Agile Software Engineering , Data Structures and Applications Computer Organization, Machine Learning, Design and Analysis of Algorithms, Web Technologies, Computer Networks , Cybersecurity, Security Management, Digital Forensics, Special Topics – 1, Operating Systems, Cryptography & Network Security, Secure Programming, Ethical Hacking, Cybersecurity with AI, Object Oriented Programming, Application Cloud Application Development, Special Topics -2 | Mandatory Courses | Environmental Sciences, Kannada Kali/Manasu |
Internships
With an inclusion of Summer Internships, students get practical exposure to professional work environment. Students have an opportunity to take up the Internship Program in reputed industry/academic institute/R&D/Government organizations. The department has MoU with top companies to benefit students to carry out research projects and internship.
Projects
Students carry out mini projects in many courses across the semesters to strengthen the understanding of fundamentals through practical application of theoretical concepts. Minor projects are included in the curriculum for the all-round development of students that shape them for a better future.
There is the Major project to carry out, in the final year to enhance the technical caliber of students. Projects related to societal, cutting edge and research areas are currently being pursued by students. The students are also encouraged to carryout projects in industries/reputed organizations.
Eligibility
Pass in PUC / 10+2 examination with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with one of the Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Computer Science / Electronics / Technical Vocational subjects and obtained at least 45% marks (40% in case of candidate belonging to SC/ST & OBC category) in the above subjects taken together, of any Board recognized by the respective State Governments / Central Government / Union Territories or any other qualification recognized as equivalent there to.
