The program offers an authentic Lyle School of Engineering experience with facilities, staff, and curriculum unique to SMU, providing exposure to college-level concepts and faculty.
The Cybersecurity & Ethical Hacking program at SMU Lyle School of Engineering is a residential pre-college program designed for high school students. Participants engage in hands-on network security labs and group challenges, gaining practical experience in identifying vulnerabilities and defending against cyberattacks. The curriculum exposes students to engineering faculty and covers foundational concepts in network security, ethical hacking, and risk assessment. Students will learn tools and techniques used by cybersecurity professionals, culminating in a capstone project that demonstrates their readiness for the field. The program emphasizes collaborative problem-solving and critical thinking in real-world cybersecurity scenarios.
A typical day involves morning announcements, icebreakers, and team-building activities, followed by splitting into course groups for instruction and project work in labs. After lunch in the campus dining hall, students return to labs for more instruction, with breaks for outdoor activities, board games, and other recreational options before wrapping up for the day.
This program is ideal for high school students curious about engineering and cybersecurity, who want to explore potential career paths and gain hands-on experience in a university setting.
6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205
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