Dec 16, 2025  
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2025-2026 Undergraduate Catalog
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CMPS 3613 - System Fundamentals


3(3-0)

Prerequisite(s): Concurrent Enrollment in CMPS 1023 or CMPS 1044. Sophomore level or above. 

This course explores the foundational principles of computer architecture and operating systems, essential for understanding secure and optimized system design. Students will learn how hardware and OS layers interact to balance efficient computation with robust security. Students will be introduced to UNIX. Intended for students seeking a CYBS minor, a certificate in cybersecurity or data science, or a BAAS degree. 


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