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The computer science program offers students the opportunity to gain marketable skills with Certificates in:
- AI (Artificial Intelligence)
- Cyber Security
- Mobile Computing
- Data Analytics
- NSA/ DHS Cyber Defense Education
The courses in these certificates can be taken by any undergraduate student, unless otherwise stated, enrolled at Texas A&M University-San Antonio and count as electives according to degree plan requirements. All certificates will only be awarded in conjunction with a baccalaureate degree.
AI Certificate
To earn an AI certificate, students need to complete the following three courses (9 SCH):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSCI 4313 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 |
| CSCI 4314 | Big Data Systems | 3 |
| CSCI 4341 | Machine Learning | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
Mobile Computing Certificate
To earn a Mobile Computing Certificate, students need to complete the following four courses (12 SCH):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSCI 3354 | Web Application Development | 3 |
| CSCI 4325 | Mobile App Development I | 3 |
| CSCI 4335 | Mobile App Development II | 3 |
| Select one elective from the following: | 3 | |
| Database Systems | ||
| Software Engineering I | ||
| Database Systems | ||
| Client Server App Dev | ||
| Programming for Data Analytics | ||
| Data Science and Analytics | ||
| Cloud Cmpt Infrastrct Security | ||
| Wireless and Mobile Security | ||
| Big Data Analytics & Security | ||
| Total Credits | 12 | |
Data Analytics Certificate
To earn a certificate in Data Analytics, students need to complete the following three courses (9 SCH):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CISA 2313 | Python Programming | 3 |
| CISA 4313 | Programming for Data Analytics | 3 |
| CISA 4332 | Data Science and Analytics | 3 |
| Total Credits | 9 | |
NSA/ DHS Cyber Defense Education Certificate
ALL students graduating from the BS-CS, BS-CSEC, BS-CETE, BBA-CIS, and BAAS-IT programs with Cyber Security concentrations are eligible to get the NSA/DHS Cyber Defense Education Certificate upon graduation if they complete the following required courses successfully with a grade of C or better:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CISA 2306 or CSEC 2306 or CSCI 4406 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CISA 3351 or CSEC 3351 or CSCI 3304 | Database Design & SQL or Database Systems | 3 |
| CISA 3309 or CSEC 3309 | Scripting Languages | 3 |
| CISA 3321 or CSEC 3321 or CSCI 3321 | Information Security or Cyber Security | 3 |
| CISA 3325 or CSEC 3325 or CISA 4321 | Network Security Computer Security | 3 |
| CISA 4323 or CSEC 4323 | Computer Forensics | 3 |
| CISA 4324 or CSEC 4324 | Penetration Testing | 3 |
| CISA 4326 or CSEC 4326 | Security & Operation Practicum | 3 |
| Total Credits | 24 | |
Cyber Security Certificate
To earn a Cyber Security Certificate, students need to complete the following five courses (13 SCH):
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CSCI 1336 | Programming Fundamentals I | 3 |
| CSCI 1136 | Programming Fundamentals I Laboratory | 1 |
| CSCI 3321 or CISA 3321 | Cyber Security or Information Security | 3 |
| CISA 2306 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| CISA 4323 or CISA 4324 | Computer Forensics or Penetration Testing | 3 |
| Total Credits | 13 | |