Faculty: INSTITUTE OF SCIENCES This major provides a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices of defense technologies. Students explore key areas such as military systems, cybersecurity, aerospace engineering, robotics, and advanced materials. The program emphasizes innovation, strategic thinking, and the application of cutting-edge technologies to enhance national security and defense capabilities. Graduates are prepared for careers in defense contracting, military research, cybersecurity, and aerospace engineering. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of defense technologies and their role in national security. - Develop skills in designing and analyzing military systems and technologies. - Learn techniques for cybersecurity and protecting critical infrastructure. - Explore the role of aerospace engineering and robotics in defense applications. - Understand the principles of advanced materials and their use in defense technologies. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in the fields of defense and security. - Develop teamwork and leadership skills for managing defense projects. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Defense Technologies** - Overview of the field, its history, and its importance in national security. 2. **Military Systems and Technologies** - Study of weapons systems, communication systems, and surveillance technologies. - Techniques for designing and optimizing military hardware and software. 3. **Cybersecurity in Defense** - Fundamentals of protecting military networks and critical infrastructure from cyber threats. - Techniques for implementing cybersecurity measures and responding to cyber incidents. 4. **Aerospace Engineering for Defense** - Principles of designing and testing aircraft, drones, and spacecraft for military use. - Techniques for optimizing aerospace systems for defense applications. 5. **Robotics and Autonomous Systems** - Study of robotics, unmanned vehicles, and autonomous systems in defense. - Techniques for developing and deploying robotic systems for military operations. 6. **Advanced Materials for Defense** - Exploration of materials such as composites, ceramics, and nanomaterials. - Techniques for using advanced materials to enhance defense technologies. 7. **Strategic Defense Planning** - Principles of defense strategy, threat assessment, and resource allocation. - Techniques for developing and implementing defense plans and policies. 8. **Ethics and Legal Issues in Defense Technologies** - Exploration of ethical considerations and legal frameworks in defense. - Techniques for ensuring compliance with international laws and ethical standards. 9. **Emerging Trends in Defense Technologies** - Analysis of innovations such as artificial intelligence, quantum computing, and directed energy weapons. - Techniques for adapting to new trends and technologies in the defense sector. 10. **Capstone Project in Defense Technologies** - Real-world project to apply learned skills in designing and implementing a defense technology solution. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive defense technology project. **Assessment Methods:** - Case studies and simulations of defense scenarios. - Written assignments on military systems, cybersecurity, and aerospace engineering. - Group projects in defense technology design and optimization. - Participation in internships or fieldwork with defense contractors or military research organizations. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Introduction to Defense Acquisition Management" by Rene G. Rendon and Keith F. Snider. - "Cybersecurity for Defense" by Daniel J. Ragsdale. - "Aerospace Engineering: From the Ground Up" by Ben Senson. - "Robotics in Military Applications" by Richard M. Murray. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of engineering, computer science, or physics is recommended. Suitable for students in engineering, computer science, and related fields. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, projects, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Defense Technologies or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring defense engineers, cybersecurity specialists, aerospace engineers, and military researchers seeking to excel in developing and implementing advanced defense technologies. This major equips students with the technical, strategic, and analytical skills needed to excel in defense technologies, driving innovation and enhancing national security.