B.Tech CSE (Cyber Security) - Cybersecurity for Digital Finance
Duration
4 Years Full-Time Program
Eligibility
Eligibility Norms for Admission to B. Tech Programs:
Candidates seeking admission to B.Tech. Program should have passed the Pre-University / Higher Secondary /or any equivalent 10+2 examination from an approved State / Central govt. board or from an international board like University of Cambridge "A" level certificate or certificate from International Baccalaureate (IB), Geneva, etc., with a minimum of 45% marks in Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects along with either Chemistry / Biotechnology / Biology / Electronics /Computer as an additional subject, and with 55% aggregate for SOCSE & 50% aggregate for SOE of total marks in the Qualifying Examination. Candidates should have appeared in any national / state level / Presidency University entrance examination viz. CET, Comed – K, JEE and such others.
Eligibility Norms for Admission to B. Tech Programs (Lateral)
A candidate who has passed any diploma examination or equivalent examination and obtained a minimum of 60% aggregate is eligible for admission to B. Tech Programs (Lateral Entry). Candidate should have appeared in any state level entrance examination.
B.Tech CSE (Cyber Security) – Cybersecurity for Digital Finance is a future-ready engineering programme that combines the foundations of Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Digital Finance, and Information Assurance to prepare students for the rapidly evolving landscape of secure digital financial systems. The programme integrates programming, computer networks, operating systems, cryptography, ethical hacking, cyber threat intelligence, digital forensics, cloud security, and financial cybersecurity to develop secure and resilient digital solutions.
The curriculum progresses from core Computer Science concepts such as Python, C, Java, Data Structures, Algorithms, Databases, Web Technologies, and Software Design to specialized areas including Cybersecurity, Cryptography and Network Security, Ethical Hacking, Secure Software Development, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Digital Forensics, Cloud Security, and Security Operations.
The programme places a strong emphasis on protecting digital banking, FinTech platforms, payment systems, financial data, and online transactions from emerging cyber threats. Students develop an understanding of financial technologies and security mechanisms required to address risks such as fraud, identity theft, phishing, ransomware, data breaches, financial malware, and unauthorized transactions.
The programme emphasizes hands-on and industry-oriented learning through cybersecurity laboratories, practical exercises, internships, security challenges, projects, and an integrated capstone project. Students gain practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities, analysing cyber threats, implementing security controls, conducting security assessments, and developing secure digital-finance solutions.
With dedicated components for industry readiness, aptitude, competitive programming, employability, and project-based learning, the programme prepares graduates for careers in Cybersecurity, Financial Cybersecurity, Security Engineering, Ethical Hacking, Digital Forensics, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Operations, FinTech Security, and Information Assurance. The programme also provides a strong foundation for higher studies, cybersecurity research, professional certifications, and entrepreneurship in the digital security domain.
Course Curriculum
01Calculus and Differential Equations
02English for Technical Communication
03Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics
04Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics Lab
05Engineering Graphics
06Digital Design
07Digital Design Lab
08Introduction to Design Thinking
09Computational Thinking using Python
10Industry Readiness Program – I
01Calculus and Differential Equations
02English for Technical Communication
03Chemistry of Smart Materials
04Chemistry of Smart Materials Lab
05Foundations of Integrated Engineering
06Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
07Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab
08Indian Constitution
09Computational Thinking using Python
10Industry Readiness Program – I
01Probability and Statistics
02Advanced English
03Chemistry of Smart Materials
04Chemistry of Smart Materials Lab
05Foundations of Integrated Engineering
06Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering
07Basics of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab
08Indian Constitution
09Problem Solving using C
10Problem Solving using C Lab
11Industry Readiness Program – II
12Design Workshop
13Environmental Studies
01Probability and Statistics
02Advanced English
03Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics
04Optoelectronics and Quantum Physics Lab
05Engineering Graphics
06Digital Design
07Digital Design Lab
08Introduction to Design Thinking
09Problem Solving using C
10Problem Solving using C Lab
11Industry Readiness Program – II
12Design Workshop
13Environmental Studies
01Linear Algebra and Vector Calculus
02Data Communication and Computer Networks
03Data Communication and Computer Networks Lab
04Data Structures
05Data Structures Lab
06Object Oriented Programming Using Java
07Object Oriented Programming Using Java Lab
08Computer Organization and Architecture
09Web Technologies
10Web Technologies
11Universal Human Values and Ethicss
12Introduction to Aptitude
01Discrete Mathematics
02Cryptography and Network Security
03Operating Systems
04Operating Systems Lab
05Database Management Systems
06Database Management Systems Lab
07Ethical Hacking
08Ethical Hacking Lab
09Analysis of Algorithms
10Analysis of Algorithms Lab
11Aptitude Training-Intermediate
01Theory of Computation
02Cyber Forensics
03Cyber Forensics Lab
04Cyber Threats for IoT and Cloud
05Essentials of AI
06Essentials of AI Lab
07Security Assessment and Testing
08Security and Assessment Testing Lab
09System Security Design and Threat Surface Analysis
10Internship
11Essentials of Finance
12Logical and Critical Thinking
01Software Design and Development
02Web Security
03Web Security Lab
04Intrusion Detection and Prevention System
05Competitive Programming and Problem Solving
06Encryption Systems and Protocol Design for Secure Communication
07Network Defense Infrastructure and Real-Time Threat Inspection
08Open Elective – I
09Aptitude for Employability
01Secure Code Architecture and Exploit Mitigation Engineering
02Cloud-Native Security and Virtualized Infrastructure Defense
03Cyber Risk Leadership, Compliance Engineering, and Breach Response Operations
04Open Elective – II
05Preparedness for Interview
06Mini Project/Hackathon - Offensive and Defensive Cyber Challenge
After four years of successful completion of the program, the graduates shall be:
PEO 01: Demonstrate as a Computer Engineering Professional.
PEO 02: Engage in lifelong learning through research and professional development.
PEO 03: Serve as a leader in the profession through consultancy, extension activities, and/or entrepreneurship.
Programme Outcomes (POs)
On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to:
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 analyse 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.
Programme Specific Outcomes
On successful completion of the Program, the students shall be able to:
PSO 01: Develop software systems reflecting platform constraints, version control, and automation for digital innovation and transformation. Programming and Computing technologies reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
PSO 02: Design solutions for complex engineering problems related to computer science Information Technology principles and practices, Programming and Computing technologies and design system components or processes that meet the specified needs with appropriate consideration for the public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental consideration.
PSO 03: Create, select, and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools including prediction and modelling to complex engineering activities related to computer science and Information Technology principles and practices, Programming Blockchain Computing & analytics with an understanding of the limitations.
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