About the Department
Welcome to the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Cybersecurity), where we prepare the next generation of cybersecurity professionals to address the complex and evolving challenges of the digital age. As technology continues to advance, so do the threats to our information, systems, and infrastructure. Our department is committed to equipping students with the skills, knowledge, and expertise required to protect and defend against these ever-present cyber threats.
We offer a comprehensive academic program that blends core principles of computer science with specialized training in cybersecurity. Our curriculum is designed to provide students with a deep understanding of secure software development, network security, cryptography, ethical hacking, digital forensics, and more. Through a combination of theoretical learning and hands-on experience, we aim to produce highly skilled professionals capable of tackling today’s most pressing cybersecurity challenges.
Our faculty consists of experts in the field of cybersecurity, engaged in pioneering research and committed to delivering an education that is both rigorous and relevant. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, industry partnerships, and opportunities for real-world applications, students in our department are empowered to develop innovative solutions that secure the digital world.
Join us in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Cybersecurity), and become part of a community that is shaping the future of cybersecurity through education, research, and hands-on experience.
Vision
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CYBER SECURITY) envisions developing highly skilled, sustainable, socially responsible and ethical cybersecurity professionals, researchers and entrepreneurs.
Mission
- To provide comprehensive education and hands-on training to develop the technical skills required for effective cyber security professionals.
- To raise awareness about cyber security issues and advocate for policies and practices that enhance the security of digital environments, while also fostering entrepreneurial development.
- To work and research alongside industry, government, and community partners to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges and encourage best practices with a commitment to societal well-being.
- To support ongoing professional development and certification opportunities for students and practitioners to ensure they remain at the forefront of the cyber security field with the ethical grounding.
PROGRAM OUTCOMES (POs)
PO1: Engineering knowledge: Apply the knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals, and an engineering specialization to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2: Problem analysis: Identify, formulate, review research literature, and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences, and engineering sciences.
PO3: Design/development of solutions: Design solutions for complex engineering problems and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, and the cultural, societal, and environmental considerations.
PO4: Conduct investigations of complex problems: Use research-based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of the information to provide valid conclusions.
PO5: Modern tool usage: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modeling to complex engineering activities with an understanding of the limitations.
PO6: The engineer and society: Apply reasoning informed by the contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to the professional engineering practice.
PO7: Environment and sustainability: Understand the impact of the professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts, and demonstrate the knowledge of, and need for sustainable development.
PO8: Ethics: Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of the engineering practice.
PO9: Individual and team work: Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams, and in multidisciplinary settings.
PO10: Communication: Communicate effectively on complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as, being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions.
PO11: Project management and finance: Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the engineering and management principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO12: Life-long learning: Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
PROGRAM EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES (PEOs)
The graduates will be able to
PEO1: Identify and assess security risks and vulnerabilities in various information and networks using core Cyber Security principles, practices, tools and technologies.
PEO2: Evaluate the effectiveness of security systems by continuous learning about evolving threats and emerging technologies.
PEO3: Exhibit skilled communication and collaboration, to work in multidisciplinary teams and explain complex cyber security concepts to others.
PEO4: Have a solid ethical foundation and commit to respecting integrity, confidentiality, and privacy in all aspects of their career and entrepreneurship.
PROGRAM SPECIFIC OUTCOMES (PSOs)
PSO1: Demonstrate the ability to design, implement, and evaluate cyber security solutions for business and societal needs.
PSO2: Exhibit professionalism in programming, hacking, malware analysis, and cyber forensics through hands-on expertise with tools such as Wireshark, Metasploit, EnCase, etc., along with sound judgment.
PSO3: Apply logical thinking and ethical behaviour to analyze and solve complex real-world Cyber security problems.
