BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBER SECURITY (BS CybS)

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN CYBER SECURITY

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Basic Program Information

Name of Institution Region

Address

Head of Institution Head of College

Program Name CHED Program Status

Program Head Contact Number

E-mail Address 1 E-mail Address 2

Institutional Mission, Vision Statement

Mission: AMA Education System shall provide a holistic, relevant, quality and globally recognized IT-based education in all levels and disciplines with the objective of producing professional and leaders responsive to the needs of Science and the International Community cognizant of the welfare and benefits of its men and women thereby realizing their potential as productive members of the society for the honor and glory of God almighty. Vision: AMAES will be the leader and dominant provider of relevant globally recognized information technology-based education and related services in the global market, helping the graduates to live happily, fulfilled, professional and personal lives.


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AMAES Institutional Learning Outcomes (AMAES-ILOs)

Upon successful completion of any academic degree program at AMAES, graduates must be able to:

AMAES-ILO 1.0 Apply skills in critical thinking, logic, problem solving and decision-making in their respective disciplines;

AMAES-ILO 2.0 Communicate and collaborate effectively to varied audiences;

AMAES-ILO 3.0 Demonstrate an understanding of professional and ethical responsibility;

AMAES-ILO 4.0 Manifest the AMAES core values: integrity, competence, courtesy, team work and professionalism; and

AMAES-ILO 5.0 Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning.

AMAES-ILO 6.0 Generally demonstrate the 21st Century skills and transversal competencies at a higher-order-ability in every life and professional

situations for the advancement of mankind and society.

Program Description

The Bachelor of Science in Cyber Security (BS CybS) degree is equivalent to Level 6 of the Philippine Qualifications Framework. The program focuses on real-life account of online and cybersecurity measures which centers on the concepts of the standard and best practices of the cybersecurity field. It will equip students with quality skills in problem solving and design in order to come up with appropriate solutions in cybersecurity concerns. The program also gives perspectives in the applicable control principles in the construction of cybersecurity solutions and recommendations notwithstanding the acquisition of knowledge and expertise in the fundamental concepts of operating systems, software and hardware, networks and cloud computing; in relation to the administration of security operations in Windows and Linux System. The graduates may pursue careers in any of the following career options:

• IT professional

• Cybersecurity Expert

• Data Analyst

• Computer Network Defense Expert

• Digital Forensics Expert

Program Educational Objectives


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Program Educational Objectives AMAES’s BS Cybersecurity program aims to produce globally competitive graduates who will be professionally competent, morally upright, and socially responsible contributors to national development. Specifically, in three to five years after graduation, the BS Cybersecurity alumni shall: 1. Practice as Cybersecurity professional for the advancement of society; and 2. Provide exceptional service to contribute in the betterment of the country.

Program Outcomes/Student Outcomes for the Bachelor of Cyber Security (BA CybS)

For the Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (BS CybS), adopted the following program outcomes:

Program Outcomes

PO1 Express expertise in the knowledge of fundamental concepts in operating systems, software, data management, networks and cloud computing

PO2 Apply skills in the ability to administered secured operations of different Operating systems utilizing security automation techniques

PO3 Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative ,methods guided by theories or conceptual frameworks

PO4 Demonstrate written, visual and oral presentation skills to produce and present analytical reports

PO5 Demonstrate the ethical standards and challenges in the cybersecurity and Information Technology field

PO6 Apply best practices in cybersecurity management in addressing concerns and solutions to the professional process


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Performance Indicators for Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity (BS CybS)

Graduate attributes can be assessed through program outcomes/student outcomes using performance indicators.

Graduate Outcomes Performance Indicator

Compare, contrast and classify the major concepts in the discipline

• Articulate and deploy major concepts in the discipline

• Create a comparative diagram of the existing knowledge in the discipline

Recognize and define the distinctiveness of the discipline, its subfields, theories and methods

• Compare new knowledge with prior knowledge to determine the distinctiveness of the discipline, its subfields, theories and methods

• Summarize the ideas that make the discipline, its subfields, theories and methods unique.

Design and execute research inquiries using appropriate quantitative and qualitative ,methods guided by theories or conceptual frameworks

• Constructs and implements effectively-designed research strategies.

• Retrieve information online or in person using a variety of methods guided by theories or conceptual frameworks

Demonstrate written, visual and oral presentation skills to produce and present analytical reports

• Follow standards in presenting analytical reports.

• Use appropriate and effective medium in presenting analytical reports.

Critique, judge and respond to current issues and problems based on a substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts

• Express an intelligent argument on a current issue or problem based on a substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts.

• Participate in class debate to express a logical reasoning to a current issues and problems based on a substantive understanding of the historical and contemporary developments in the national and global contexts

Develop a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different levels of engagement

• Synthesizes existing ideas to construct own predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different levels of engagement

• Recommend policy that reflects a predisposition towards ethical political involvement and practice in various forms and on different levels of engagement


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COURSE PROGRAM OUTCOMES

Code Title PO1 PO2 PO3 PO4 PO5 PO6

CYBS 6268 Introduction to Cyber Security (Certified Secured Computer User) L L O P O L

CYBS 6269 Software and System Security L O O P L L

CYBS 6270 Data and Communication Security (Attack Vectors and Countermeasures) L L O P L L

CYBS 6273 Information and Assurance Security 3 (International Cybersecurity Operations, Policies, and Standards) L L O P L O

CYBS 6374

Information Assurance and Security 4 (Cybersecurity Management in the National Context) L L O P O L

CYBS 6271 Component Security (Security Controls and Assessment) L L O P L O

CYBS 6398 Cyber Security Capstone Project 1 L L O P L O

CYBS 6375 Information Assurance and Security 5 (Cyber Forensics. Security Audit and Assessment) L L L P O O

CYBS 6272 Human and Societal Security L L L L P O

CYBS 6300 Cyber Security In-House Internship L O P P P P

CYBS 6400 Cyber Security Capstone Project 2 L O P P P P

CYBS 6397 Cyber Security Practicum (386 Hours) L O P P P P

CYBS 6401 Review for Cybersecurity Exam L O O O P P

Legend:

L – Facilitate LEARNING of the competencies

P – Allow the students to PRACTICE competencies

O – Provide OPPORTUNITY for development


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CURRICULUM STRUCTURE FIRST YEAR ATTENDANCE First Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB

UNIT(S) UNIT(S) PRE-REQUISITES

GE 6100 Understanding the Self 3 0 3

GE 6103 Living in the IT Era 3 0 3

GE 6106 Purposive Communication 1 3 0 3

GE 6114 Mathematics in the Modern World 3 0 3

GE 6107 Ethics 3 0 3

PHYED 6101 Physical Fitness 2 0 (2)

15 (2) Second Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


GE 6102 The Contemporary World 3 0 3

GE 6115 Art Appreciation 3 0 3

GE 6116 Science, Technology & Society 3 0 3

GE 6104 Gender and Society 3 0 3

GE 6101 Readings in Philippine History 3 0 3

PHYED 6102 Rhytmic Activities 2 0 (2) PHYED 6101 15 (2) Third Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


GE 6108 Philippine Popular Culture 3 0 3

GE 6300 Life and Work of Rizal 3 0 3

ENGL 6100 Purposive Communication 2 3 0 3 GE 6106

MATH 6100 Calculus 1 3 0 3

ITE 6301 Technopreneurship 3 0 3

PHYED 6103 Individual/Dual Sports 2 0 (2) PHYED 6102 15 (2)


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SECOND YEAR ATTENDANCE

First Trimester

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COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


ITE 6101 Computing Fundamentals 2 1 3

ITE 6102 Computer Programming 1 2 1 3

COMP 6101 Current Trends and Issues 2 1 3 MATH 6100

NSCI 6100 Calculus-Based Physics 1 3 1 4

CS 6100 Discrete Mathematics 3 0 3

ITE 6202 Social and Professional Issues 3 0 3

NSTP 6101 National Service Training Program 1 3 0 (3)

PHYED 6200 Team Sports 2 0 (2) PHYED 6103 19 (5)

Second Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


IT 6201 Data Communications and Networking 1 2 1 3 ITE 6101

CYBS 6268 Introduction to Cyber Security (Certified Secure Computer User)

3 0 3 ITE 6101

ITE 6104 Computer Programming 2 2 1 3 ITE 6102

CYBS 6267 Emerging Threats in Cyber Security 3 0 3 ITE 6101`

NSCI 6101 Calculus-based Physics 2 3 1 4 NSCI 6100

MATH 3200 Data Analysis 3 0 3

NSTP 6102 National Service Training Program 2 3 0 (3) NSTP 6101 19 (3) Third Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


IT 6200 Introduction to Human Computer Interaction 2 1 3 ITE 6104

IT 6223 Data Communications and Networking 2 2 1 3 IT 6201

ITE 6201 Data Structures and Algorithms 2 1 3 ITE 6104

IT 6205 Information Assurance and Security 1 (Ethical Hacking Concepts and Methodology)

3 1 4 IT 6201

CYBS 6269 Software and System Security 3 1 4 IT 6201 17


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THIRD YEAR ATTENDANCE

First Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


CS 6203 Object-oriented Programming 2 1 3 ITE 6104

ITE 6200 Application Development and Emerging Technology 2 1 3 ITE 6104

ITE 6202 Introduction to Information Management 2 1 3 ITE 6104

IT 6282 Platform Technologies 1 2 1 3 ITE 6104

IT 6206 Information Assurance and Security 2 (Web Attacks and Defense)

3 1 4 IT 6205

16 Second Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


IT 6208 System Integration and Architecture 1 2 1 3 ITE 6202

IT 6283 Platform Technologies 2 2 1 3

IT 6286 Integrative Programming and Technologies 1 (Concepts and Implementation of N-Tier Architecture)

2 1 3

IT 6284 Cloud Computing and Security 2 1 3 ITE 6104

CYBS 6270 Data and Communication Security (Attack Vectors and Countermeasures)

3 1 4 IT 6206

CYBS 6273 Information Assurance and Security 3 (International Cybersecurity Operations, Policies, and Standards)

3 1 4 IT 6206

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SUBJECT

AREA CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


IT 6209 System Integration and Architecture 2 2 1 3 IT 6208

IT 6304 Integrative Programming and Techniques 2 2 1 3 ITE 6286

CYBS 6374 Information Assurance and Security 4 (Cyber Security Management in the National Context)

3 1 4 IT 6273

CYBS 6271 Component Security (Security Controls and Assessment)

3 1 4 CYBS 6273

IT 6210 Quantitative Methods with Modeling and Simulation 3 1 4 ITE 6100

CYBS 6398 Cyber Security Capstone Project 1 3 0 3 3rd Year Standing 21


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FOURTH YEAR ATTENDANCE

First Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC

UNIT(S) LAB


CYBS 6375 Information Assurance and Security 5 (Cyber Forensic, Security Audit and Assessment)

3 1 4

CYBS 6272 Human and Societal Security 3 1 4 IT 6304

IT 6285 Advanced Information Management 2 1 3

Second Trimester

SUBJECT AREA

CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC UNIT(S)

LAB UNIT(S)

UNIT(S) PRE-REQUISITES

CYBS 6300 Cyber Security In-House Internship 0 3 3

CYBS 6400 Cyber Security Capstone Project 2 0 3 3 CYBS 6398

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Third Trimester

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CAT. NO.

COURSE TITLE LEC UNIT(S)

LAB UNIT(S)

UNIT(S) PRE-REQUISITES

CYBS 6397 Cyber Security Practicum (386 Hours) 9 0 9 4TH Year Standing

CYBS 6401 Review for Cybersecurity Exam 1 0 1 CEH Integrations

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COMPARISON WITH CHED MINIMUM REQUIREMENT

CHED MINIMUM REQUIREMENT AMAES

CHED TOPICS CREDIT UNIT(S)

COURSE CODE

COURSE TITLE CREDIT UNIT(S)

A. GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES 27 36

Understanding the Self 3 GE 6100 Understanding the Self 3

Readings in Philippine History 3 GE 6101 Readings in Philippine History 3

The Contemporary World 3 GE 6102 The Contemporary World 3

Mathematics in Modern World 3 GE 6114 Mathematics in Modern World 3

Purposive Communication 3 GE 6106 Purposive Communication 3

Art Appreciation 3 GE 6115 Art Appreciation 3

Science, Technology and Society 3 GE 6116 Science, Technology and Society 3

Ethics 3 GE 6107 Ethics 3

Life and Works of Rizal 3 GE 6300 Life and Works of Rizal 3

GE 6108 Philippine Popular Culture 3

GE 6103 Living in the IT Era 3

GE 6104 Gender and Society 3


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B. MAJOR COURSES 65

NO CMO as per date CYBS 6268 Introduction to Cyber Security 3

CYBS 6267 Emerging Threats in Cyber Security 3

IT 6205 Information Assurance and Security 4

CYBS 6269 Software and System Security 4

IT 6206 Information Assurance and Security 2 4

IT 6284 Cloud Computing and Security 3

CYBS 6270 Data and Communication Security 2 4

CYBS 6273 Information Assurance and Security 3 4


CYBS 6271 Component Security 4

CYBS 6398 Cyber Security Capstone Project 1 3


CYBS 6272 Human and Societal Security 5 4

CYBS 6300 Cyber Security In-House Internship 4

CYBS 6285 Cyber Security Capstone Project 2 3

CYBS 6401 Review for Cybersecurity Exam 1

CYBS 6397 Cyber Security Practicum 9

D. CORE SUBJECTS 75

NO CMO as per date ENGL 6100 Purposive Communication 2 3

MATH 6100 Calculus 1 3

ITE 6301 Technopreneurship 3

ITE 6102 Computer Programming 1 3

NSCI 6100 Calculus-Based Physics 1 4

CS 6100 Discrete Mathematics 3

ITE 6202 Social and Professional Issues 3

IT 6201 Data Communications and Networking 1 3

ITE 6104 Computer Programming 2 4

NSCI 6101 Calculus-based Physics 2 4

MATH 6200 Data Analysis 3

IT 6200 Introduction to Human Computer Interaction 3

IT 6223 Data Communications and Networking 2 3


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ITE 6201 Data Structures and Algorithms 3

CS 6203 Object-oriented Programming 3

ITE 6200 Application Development and Emerging Technology 3

ITE 6202 Introduction to Information Management 3

IT 6282 Platform Technologies 1 3

IT 6208 System Integration and Architecture 1 3

IT 6283 Platform Technologies 2 3

IT 6286 Integrative Programming and Techniques 2 3

IT 6209 System Integration and Architecture 2 3

IT 6210 Quantitative Methods with Modeling and Simulation 3

IT 6285 Advanced Information Management 3


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E. MISCELLANY COURSES (14) 6 (16)

COMP 6101 Current Trends and Issues in IS 3

ITE 6101 Computing Fundamentals 3

Physical Education (8) Physical Education (8)

NSTP (6) NSTP (6)

Euthenics (2)

TOTAL ACADEMIC UNITS: 182

TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED (with NSTP/PE): 198


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A. GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES

Course Title Understanding the Self Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code GE 6100 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisite None Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The course is intended to enable the process of exploration and thereby help students arrive at an

understanding of the concepts of personality, self and identity. The course covers topics on the

introduction of major theories of personality – its nature, development and dynamics as well as those

forces and factors that lead to the formation of a self and identity; and the provision of experiential

learning so as to ground these theories and perspectives in students’ concerns and issues relating to

their personal self and identity.

Self-discovery exercises and activities, reflection papers and personal journals will be used as the

focal point of lectures and class discussions, thereby providing the foundation and structure for all

course learnings. Other learning tools such as personality tests and measures will also be used.

Course Title Readings in Philippine History Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course aims to expose students to different facets of Philippine history through the lens of

eyewitnesses. Rather than rely on secondary material such as textbooks, which is the usual approach

in teaching Philippine history, different types of primary sources will be used – written (qualitative and

quantitative), oral, visual, audio-visual, digital – covering various aspects of Philippine life (political,

economic, social, cultural). Students are expected to analyze the selected readings contextually and in

terms of content (stated and implied). The end goal is to enable students to understand and

appreciate our rich past by deriving insights from those who were actually present at the time of the

event.

Contextual analysis considers the following: (i) the historical context of the source (time and place it

was written and the situation at the time); (ii) the author’s background, intent (to the extent discernible),

and authority on the subject; and (iii) the source’s relevance and meaning today.

Content analysis, on the other hand, applies appropriate techniques depending on the type of source

(written, oral, visual). In the process students will be asked, for example, to identify the author’s main


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argument or thesis, compare points of view, identify bias, and evaluate the author’s claims based on

the evidence presented or other available evidence at the time. The course will guide the student

through their reading and analysis of the texts and require them to write reaction essays of varied

length and present their ideas in other ways (debate format, powerpoint presentation, letter to the

author of the source, etc.). The instructor may arrange the readings chronologically or thematically,

and start with the present (more familiar) and go back to the earlier periods or vice-versa.

Course Title The Contemporary World Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course aims to introduce students to the state of the world today and the new global order. The

phenomenon of globalization is examined from a variety of perspectives as well as its effects on

traditional cultures and communities, nations and political institutions, and local, national and regional

economies.

Students will be asked to identify the challenges posed by globalization and consider responses to

these challenges as demonstrated by experiences on the ground. For this purpose, students will

produce case studies of communities (in the Philippines and other countries) experiencing the impact

of globalization and their respective responses to issues that arise. There are global civil societies

engaged in advocacies relating to climate and environmental protection, for example, human

trafficking across borders, and the application of advances in science and technology to serve some of

the world’s poorest communities, and so on. There are, too, communities that have managed, in

varying degrees of success, to deal with the effects, good and bad, of globalization.

The course will focus on contemporary global conditions from a Filipino perspective primarily and also

as a member of the global community. Through a combination of readings, class discussions, writing

and group presentations, the students are expected to formulate an understanding of globalization that

is theoretically informed and rooted in the experiences of communities and nations.

Course Title Mathematics in the Modern World Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course begins with an introduction to the nature of mathematics as an exploration of patterns (in

nature and the environment) and as an application of inductive and deductive reasoning. By exploring


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these topics students are encouraged to go beyond the typical understanding of mathematics as

merely a bunch of formulas, but as a source of aesthetics in patterns of nature, for example, and a rich

language in itself (and of science) governed by logic and reasoning.

The course then proceeds to survey ways in which mathematics provides a tool for understanding and

dealing with various aspects of present day living, such as managing personal finances, making social

choices, appreciating geometric designs, understanding codes used in data transmission and security,

and dividing limited resources fairly. These aspects will provide opportunities for actually doing

mathematics in a broad range of exercises that bring out the various dimensions of mathematics as a

way of knowing and test the students’ understanding and capacity.

Course Title Purposive Communication Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The five skills of communication (listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing) are studied and

simulated in advanced academic settings, such as conversing intelligently on a subject of import,

reporting on group work and/or assignments, writing and delivering a formal speech, writing minutes of

meetings and similar documents, preparing a research or technical paper, and making an audio-visual

or web-based presentation. In the process, the criteria for effective communication are discussed and

used as the basis of peer evaluation of communication exercises in the class as well as for judging

communication techniques used by public officials, educators, industry leaders, churches, and private

individuals. The purpose of these combined activities is to enable students to practice strategies of

communication with a clear purpose and audience in mind, guided by the criteria of effective

communication and appropriate language.

Course Title Art Appreciation Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course aims to provide students the opportunity to observe, participate in, or otherwise experience

works of art in order to appreciate their role and purpose in life. Students will be exposed to various

works of art, ranging from the classical art forms to modern art installations, performance art, indie

films, enhanced e-books, and multimedia aesthetics. These works of art will be examined from an

aesthetic point of view and also as reflections or critiques of the societies that produced them. The


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course will thus build upon and hone the skill of understanding, critical appreciation, and expression of

one’s views.

Course Title Science, Technology and Society Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course is designed to enable students to appreciate, in broad terms, the societal impact of

developments in science and technology at the global and national level. This includes a review of the

history of science and technology globally – from the prehistoric era all the way to today’s advances in

sciences and technology – and similarly in the Philippines, including science policy. The historical

survey, which is grounded on an understanding of basic science concepts, will examine how these

developments have affected the course of human society: politically, economically, and socially

(including culturally).

The second part of the course focuses on current issues arising from the application of science and

technology, how such applications relate to ethical and political decisions in both the public and private

sector, and their effects (positive and negative) on society and life in general.

The course entails a variety of readings, group discussions, and research, culminating in a

presentation of findings regarding a particular issue.

Course Title Ethics Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course introduces students to the ethical dimension of human existence at various levels –

personal, societal, environmental, and cultural. The course seeks to answer questions such as, what

is ethics?. How is it framed and practiced?, and what is the value to society and the person?. The first

part lays the groundwork – the meaning of ethics – and leads students through the analysis of human

experience, linking it to elements of the ethical dimension. Part one of the course culminates in the

students’ ability to translate human experiences into ethical cases.

The second part of the course takes students through the various classical ethical frameworks –

utilitarianism, deontological ethics, virtue ethics, and natural ethics – providing them with the tools by

which to articulate and analyze the ethical cases they constructed. These frameworks also embed


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sets of values that students’ ability to express their constructed ethical cases in the language and form

of particular ethical frameworks.

The last part guides students through the analysis and evaluation of the strengths and weaknesses of

the various ethical frameworks and their value to human life and society. The end goal is for students

to be able to make informed decisions on their constructed ethical cases.

The course will require considerable reading, discussion and writing, as students learn about ethical

frameworks, raise questions, reflect comment upon, and evaluate the frameworks and ethical cases

they construct in class.

Course Title Life and Works of Jose Rizal Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code GE415 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisite Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

This course provides critical analysis of Dr. Jose Rizal’s life and ideas and includes discussion on the

moral, intellectual, and political legacies of Dr. Jose Rizal, including examination of his life, and

analysis of his notable works. Students will be able to understand how the life and works of Dr. Jose

Rizal can serve as a paradigm for the modern Filipino youth.

Course Title Philippine Popular Culture Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course explores the details, events, identity, and ethics of Philippine popular culture and its forms;

this course covers the procedure, act, and performance in the varied media formats. It engages

students in looking at popular culture in a critical lens and analyzing the different pop culture

expressions.


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Course Title Art Appreciation Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course aims to provide students the opportunity to observe, participate in, or otherwise experience works of art in order to appreciate their role and purpose in life. Students will be exposed to various works of art, ranging from the classical art forms to modern art installations, performance art, indie films, enhanced e-books, and multimedia aesthetics. These works of art will be examined from an aesthetic point of view and also as reflections or critiques of the societies that produced them. The course will thus build upon and hone the skill of understanding, critical appreciation, and expression of one’s views.

Course Title Living in the IT Era Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course deals with the social change and technological change by digital means contexts that shape and are shaped by them (CMO No.20, series of 2013). Information and Communication Technology is not only essential building block of a society, but currently driving behind social evolution. Digitalization comes with certain characteristics that can trigger political revolutions; create unprecedented richness as well as new dimensions of poverty; redefine our understanding of friendships, culture and entertainment; transform education, health care and business; and lead to both visions of future scenarios of global democracy and informational dictatorship. While doing this, a global perspective will be essential, as is the fact that not everybody has equal access to the digital age. Digital technology is the most powerful and also the most tangible tool we currently have available to exploit the ensuing opportunities for social change. This course tackles the big picture of the digital age and we are not afraid of asking the big questions that arise from the incredibly complex dynamic of ongoing digitalization.

Course Title Gender and Society Credit Unit(s) 3




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Course Description

The course covers the varied empirical and theoretical perspectives in gender studies in relation to how gender, ethnicity, class, religion, ability, and sexuality interplay with societal institutions and the development of society, with a focus on how this interplay creates and shapes gender bodies, subjects, identities, understanding, and appreciation.

B. MAJOR SUBJECTS

Course Title Introduction to Cyber Security Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code CYBS 6268 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisite ITE 6101 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

This course is designed as an introduction to assist students in developing in-depth understanding of

modern information and system protection technology and methods. It purposely leans on the

outcome for students to acquire passion, appreciation, and skills for cyber security.

Course Title Emerging Threats in Cyber Security Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course covers cyber security issues, problems, and concerns and the processes and counter

measures to address cyber security threats. It will also develop skills for students to use to act upon

security threats and best practices to defend cyber usage in a variety of domains ranging from

enterprise to the government and military. The course will also discuss effective counter measures to

internet threats and issues with respect to the most recent technologies, including wired and wiereless

networks, physical computer system, and social networks.

Course Title Information Assurance and Security 1 Credit Unit(s) 4

Course Code IT 6205 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisite IT 6201 Laboratory Unit(s) 1


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Course Description

The course exposes the students to the basic structure of cyberspace and to a risk-based

approach to cyber Security. The first phase explores the origins and general shape of

cyberspace and introduces the concept of cyber Security. The second phase addresses the

basics of information security risk analysis methodology and explores a threat-based

approach to assessment. The third phase explores the operation and architecture of the

global Internet and its governance. While phase four introduces network technology and

information technology standards in order to explore the basics of network design and

operations, the last phase introduces the basics of security architecture based on threat, risk

and vulnerability analysis. The course also introduces basic cyber risk analysis methodology

and management used to develop systems architecture and strategies aimed at mitigating

such risks.

Course Title Software and System Security Credit Unit(s) 4



Course Description

This course covers the application of techniques that process, assess, and evaluate to mitigate and

protect software systems from cyber attacks, online threats, and vulnerabilities. The students will be

equipped with techniques to ensure that software systems continue to function and will be safe from

attacks. It also includes discussion of the development of secure software which involves security

consideration at every stage of the life cycle of the system.




Course Description

The course provides a general grounding in the range of vulnerability issues inherent to the

components of cyberspace. It addresses the supply chain / vendors’ rubric, highlighting security issues

from the production floor through sub-contractors, shipment, warehousing and maintenance controls.

It also explores the vulnerabilities associated with unauthorized access and privileged systems

access. It allows discussions on the risks associated with BYOD (“Bring Your Own Devise”) policies,


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“cloud” computing and other mobility.

Course Title Cloud Computing and Security Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisite IT6104 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

This course focuses on concepts of cloud, fundamental building blocks like Resource Consolidation,

Hypervisor, VM etc. It gives students the insight into how to build clouds. This course also covers the

security concerns associated with cloud computing.

Course Title Data and Communication Security Credit Unit(s) 4



Course Description

The course aims to develop a comprehensive perspective of the process of data communication

achieved in networks, it is a preliminary of security issues related to data communication in networks

and an understanding of the process of analysis of network applications.




Course Description

This course is the continuation of Information Assurance and Security 2. It covers the preliminaries of

network security, computer network vulnerabilities, security threats, attack tools and security breaches,

security in wireless networks, application and web security, and access control and cryptography.





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Course Description

This course is the continuation of Information Assurance and Security 3. It covers an in-depth

discussion of computer network security and the application of skills to counter act threats and issues

in networks, computer systems, and social networks.

Course Title Component Security Credit Unit(s) 4


Pre-requisite CYBS 6273 Laboratory Unit(s) 1

Course Description

This course covers component of a security system and information security; from Triad security

models and its three components of confidentiality, integrity, and availability. It will cover the

preliminaries of critical infrastructure, cloud security, Internet of things, network security, and cyber

security and the application of processes to countermeasures in security attacks.

Course Title Cyber Security Capstone Project 1 Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisite 3rd Year Standing Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

This course tackles different aspects of research from conception up to the research writing and

publications. Specifically, the course will introduce the following areas: formulation of the title,

problems identification, related literatures, conceptual framework, methodologies and different

techniques in presenting the results and analysis. Its main objective is to complement the theories in

cyber security and to provide an in depth, hands-on experience in all aspects of software

development, infrastructure design, implementation and related areas in information technology.

Students will work individually or in team not more than four members in a team based on the

complexity of the proposed projects as per the requirement of industry or any other

organization/institution. At the end of this course, students will present Chapter 1-3 as part of the

completion to the Cyber Security Capstone Project Panel.





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Course Description

This course is the continuation of Information and Security 4. It provides application of the skills and

learnings attained from the 4 Information and Security courses that covers professional cyber security

processes and countermeasures to cyber security threats.

Course Title Human and Societal Security Credit Unit(s) 4



Course Description

This course covers the application of cyber security and how it affects human; personal and collective

and society; from local groups., companies, networks, military, and the government.

Course Title Cyber Security In-House Internship Credit Unit(s) 4



Course Description

The students will have to apply the skills and learnings in cyber security by performing activities inside

the school rather than doing it in an outside linked organization. By the end of the course, student will

have to finish the prescribed number of hours to fulfill the requirements of the course.

Course Title Cyber Security Capstone Project 2 Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisite CYBS 6398 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The course is a culminating course which is the continuation of Cyber Security Capstone Project 1

where the implementation and testing plans will be accomplished. The deliverables will include

Chapter 4 and Chapter 5- user manual of the project and summarized paper for publication according

to the recommended format. As the end of this course, students will present their result as part of the

completion to Cyber Security Capstone Project panel.


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Course Title Review for Cybersecurity Exam Credit Unit(s) 1


Pre-requisite CEH Integrations Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

This course provides an intensive review of cyber security theories and ideas for the preparation of

cyber security exam.

Course Title Cyber Security Practicum (386 Hours) Credit Unit(s) 9


Pre-requisite 4th Year Standing Laboratory Unit(s) 9

Course Description

The practicum course is designed to expose students to their professional role by completing 386

Hours in the field. This course provides on-the-job learning experience giving students the opportunity

to apply their technical and professional skills to the work environment in organizations related to their

field of expertise. After the end of this course, students will submit a daily activity report supported by

necessary documents according to the requirements as part of completion of the course.

C. CORE SUBJECTS

Course Title Purposive Communication 2 Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code ENGL 6100 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisite GE 6106 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The five skills of communication (listening, speaking, reading, writing, viewing) are studied and

simulated in advanced academic settings, such as conversing intelligently on a subject of import,

reporting on group work and/or assignments, writing and delivering a formal speech, writing

minutes of meetings and similar documents, preparing a research or technical paper, and making

an audio-visual or web-based presentation. In the process, the criteria for effective

communication are discussed and used as the basis of peer evaluation of communication exercises

in the class as well as for judging communication techniques used by public officials, educators,


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industry leaders, churches, and private individuals. The purpose of these combined activities is to

enable students to practice strategies of communication with a clear purpose and audience in

mind, guided by the criteria of effective communication and appropriate language.

Course Title Calculus 1 Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code PSCI 6102 Lecture Unit(s) 3


Course Description

The course covers the discussion on functions and limits, differentiation of algebraic functions,

applications of derivatives, differentiation of transcendental functions, the differential definition and

formulas.

Course Title Technopreneurship Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code ITE 6301 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisites Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The course is designed to train students develop their entrepreneurial skills by requiring them to

prepare a business plan using technology for new venture, existing business, or new and innovative

products.

Course Title Calculus-Based Physics 1 Credit Unit(s) 4

Course Code NSCI 6100 Lecture Unit(s) 3


Course Description

The course will enable the students to solve problems, using calculus methods when applicable, for the

major concepts in physics to include: measurement; vector concepts; laws of motion, force, energy;

principles of mechanics and statistics; linear momentum; gravitation; oscillators; rotation; and

vibrations. The students will develop the ability to interpret and apply the experimental laws and

fundamental principles of physics to describe the behavior of the physical world. In the laboratory

program, the students will develop the ability to appraise, use, and interpret data.


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Course Title Discrete Mathematics Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code CS 6100 Lecture Unit(s) 3


Course Description

The course introduces the basic topics and techniques of discrete mathematics that are the

backbones of computer science, information technology, and computer engineering. Topics include

logic, set theory, functions, and basic graph theory.

Course Title Social and Professional Issues Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course aims to provide an in-depth understanding and analysis of the importance of ethics as it

applies to the use of Information Technology. Topics include professional ethics in computing,

computer and internet crime, privacy, intellectual property and ethics of IT organizations.

Course Title Data Communications and Networking 1 Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisites ITE 6101 Laboratory Unit(s) 1

Course Description

The course covers the fundamentals of configuring and implementing Local Area Networks (LAN).

Students will learn how to design, configure, troubleshoot, and implement LAN using routers for small

to medium size business.

Course Title Computer Programming 2 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course is a continuation of Computer Programming 1. The emphasis is to train the students to

design, implement, and debug programs intended to solve computing problems using basic data

structures and standard libraries.


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Course Title Calculus-based Physics 2 Credit Unit(s) 4

Course Code NSCI 6101 Lecture Unit(s) 3

Pre-requisites NSCI 6100 Laboratory Unit(s) 1

Course Description

This course is a continuation of Calculus-based Physics 1. It covers various topics that include: Fluids;

thermal expansion, thermal stress; heat transfer; calorimetry; waves; electrostatistics; electricity;

magnetism; optics; image formation by plane and curved mirrors; and image formation by thin lenses.

In the laboratory part of this subject student will develop their ability to use laboratory equipment, collect

data, interpret the result and present the result.

Course Title Data Analysis Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code MATH 6200 Lecture Unit(s) 3


Course Description

This course reviews and expands upon core topics in probability and statistics through the study and

practice of data analysis. Topics include numerical and graphical summaries of data, hypothesis

testing, confidence intervals, counts and tables, analysis of variance, regression, principal

components, and cluster analysis. Upon completion of this course, students should be able to think

critically about data and apply standard statistical inference procedures to draw conclusions from such

analyses. TY

Course Title Introduction to Human Computer Interaction Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course provides and introduction to the principles and techniques of human-computer interaction

(HCL). It includes foundations of HCL, human-centered software evaluation and development,

graphical user interface (GUI), and HCL aspects of multimedia systems and collaboration and

communication.


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Course Title Data Communications and Networking 2 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course introduces the fundamentals of configuring switches and deployment of Local Area

Network (LAN) environment and security. The course extends its coverage top configuration and

implementation of Wide Area Networks (WAN). Students will learn how to design, configure,

troubleshoot, and implement WAN using routers for medium to large size business organizations.

Course Title Data Structure and Algorithms Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course covers the data representation and algorithms to solve computing problems efficiently

(with respect to space requirements and time complexity of algorithm). Specifically, the course covers

discussion on stacks, queues, trees, graphs, maps, and sets. Thorough discussion of sorting and

searching algorithms and hashing is also covered.

Course Title Object-oriented Programming Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code CS 6203 Lecture Unit(s) 2


Course Description

The course provides the students with the fundamental understanding of object-oriented programming

using Java. It introduces the different concepts that are commonly associated with object

programming.

Course Title Application Development and Emerging

Technology Credit Unit(s) 3




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Course Description

The course allows the development of applications using web, mobile, and emerging technologies with

emphasis on requirements management, interface design, usability, testing, and deployment-including

ethical and legal considerations.

Course Title Introduction to Information Management Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course is an introduction to the general concepts of information management, how information

management is created, acquired, organized, stored, distributed, and used as means of promoting

efficient and effective information access, processing, and use by people and organizations. It also

covers information resource management and overview of Database Management System.

Course Title Platform Technologies 1 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course provides the understanding of hardware and software technologies background of

information technology. Hardware topics include CPU and computer system architecture, memories,

registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction sets and a variety of input/output devices. Software

topics include operating system modules, process management, memory and file system

management.

Course Title System Integration and Architecture 1 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course focuses on the integration of information systems in organizations, the process by which

different computing systems and software applications are linked together physically or functionally. It

examines the strategies and methods for blending a set of interdependent systems into a functioning


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or unified whole, thereby enabling two or more applications to interact and exchange data seamlessly.

The course will explore tools and techniques for systems integration as well as proven management

practices for integration projects.

Course Title Platform Technologies 2 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course is a continuation of Platform Technologies 1. The course provides in-depth understanding

of hardware and software technologies background of information technology. Hardware topics include

CPU and computer system architecture, memories, registers, addressing modes, busses, instruction

sets and a variety of input/output devices. Software topics include operating system modules, process

management, memory and file system management. In addition, the application of how these

processes and ideas in the professional setting will still be discussed; which will be in turn an output of

the course.

Course Title Integrative Programming and Technologies 1 Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course examines the integration system and application across global businesses; explores

programming interfaces, data mapping and exchange, scripting, and programming languages to

support the configuration, maintenance, integration, and security of systems.

Course Title System Integration and Architecture 2 Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisites IT 6208 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The course is the continuation of System Integration and Architecture 2. This course focuses on the in-

depth integration of information systems in organizations, and the application of the process by which

different computing systems and software applications are linked together physically or functionally. It

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or unified whole, thereby enabling two or more applications to interact and exchange data seamlessly.

The course will explore tools and techniques for systems integration as well as proven management

practices for integration projects.

Course Title Integrative Programming and Techniques 2 Credit Unit(s) 3


Pre-requisites IT 6286 Laboratory Unit(s) 0

Course Description

The course is the continuation of Integrative Programming and Techniques 1. The course examines

the application of the integration system and application across global businesses; explores

programming interfaces, data mapping and exchange, scripting, and programming languages to

support the configuration, maintenance, integration, and security of systems.


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Course Title Quantitative Methods with Modeling and

Simulation Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course covers the details and processes of using quantitative method research using modeling

and simulation. Students will use simulation before an existing system is altered and a new system is

built. It will also give perspective on how to reduce the hances of failure to meet specifications, to

eliminate unforeseen bottlenecks, to prevent under or over-utilization of resources, and to optimize

system performance.

Course Title Advanced Information Management Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

This course will cover an advanced study of Information Management related theories, ideas, and

processes. This includes advanced study of file processing, management of databases and database

management systems within organizations, institutions, logical models, query, optimization, recovery,

integrity, concurrency, security, distributed databases and client-server architecture, database

machines, knowledge-based and text-based systems, data mining and warehousing.


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E. MISCELLANY COURSES

Course Title Current Trends and Issues in IS Credit Unit(s) 3

Course Code COMP 6102 Lecture Unit(s) 3


Course Description

This course offers discussion of the current trends and developments in information systems. The

course explores the motivation and design issues behind recently emerged innovations and its impact

in society.

Course Title Computing Fundamentals Credit Unit(s) 3



Course Description

The course provides an overview of the computing industry and computing profession, including

research and applications in different fields; an appreciation of computing in different fields such as

Biology, Sociology, Environment and Gaming; an understanding of ACM requirements; an appreciation

of the history of computing; and knowledge of the key components of computer systems (organization

and architecture), malware, computer security, internet and internet protocols, HTML 4/5 and CSS.

Course Title Physical Fitness Credit Unit(s) (2)

Course Code PHYED 6101 Lecture Unit(s) 2


Course Description

Instruction in general physical fitness wellness (mind, body, and health) is introduced. Emphasis is

placed on cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength, and muscular endurance. Weight training

conditioning and Intramural sports participation will also be encouraged.

Course Title Rhythmic Activities Credit Unit(s) (2)


Pre-requisite PHYED 6101 Laboratory Unit(s) 0


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Course Description

The course covers the area in skill development and leadership techniques in rhythmic activities where

emphasis is placed on social, folk and creative dance activities.

Course Title Individual and Dual Sports Credit Unit(s) (2)



Course Description

This course provides students with basic knowledge and skills in a variety of individual and dual

sports. Emphasis is also given to strategies for organizing, teaching and assessing student progress in

each sport. Students are exposed to rules, strategies, instructional techniques and techniques for

evaluating performance, organization and skill development in individual and dual sports.

Course Title Team Sports Credit Unit(s) (2)



Course Description

This course will provide learning experiences that will lead to the development of basic skills in team

sports. In addition to skill acquisition, the course will focus on how to plan and implement the four

stages of skill development in games through the use of extending, refining, and application tasks. An

emphasis will be placed on the use of the game stages and movement framework as a guide for

designing a variety of sport game experiences for students Thus, students will be expected to achieve

an intermediate level of skill in the selected team sports.

Course Title National Service Training Program 1 Credit Unit(s) (3)

Course Code NSTP 6101 Lecture Unit(s)

Pre-requisite None Laboratory Unit(s)

Course Description

The Literacy Training Service Program is designed to equipped students with teaching skills and

understands the role of education and transfer of skills to school children, out of school youth and the

marginalized sector of society for social transformation and development. The module covers the

NSTP Law, the student’s role in increasing the literacy and numeracy level of members in the


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community.

Course Title National Service Training Program 2 Credit Unit(s) (3)

Course Code NSTP 6102 Lecture Unit(s)

Pre-requisite NSTP 6101 Laboratory Unit(s)

Course Description

The Literacy Training Service Program 2 is a continuation of LTS 1 designed to allow student to

experience actual teaching to school children, out of school youth and the marginalized sector of

society. The course covers the actual implementation of the approved LTS training plan.

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