IT 787 Cybersecurity Applied Research Practicum

This course facilitates the advancement of cybersecurity expertise to supplement the program for doctoral candidates. It provides an opportunity to practice higher-order thinking on an applied research project in government or industry, taking advantage of the university’s location near the nation’s capital. Students must complete at least 240 hours in the university-approved work environment, report monthly on their activities and progress, and present their work to the doctoral students. Prerequisite: completion of at least 18 credits in the program. (3)