Cyber Security Essentials

Unit code: NIT2102 | Study level: Undergraduate
Credit points
12
(Generally, 1 credit = 10 hours of classes and independent study.)
Location
Footscray Park
Online Real Time
VU Brisbane
VU Sydney
Prerequisites
NIT1104 - Computer Networks
(Or equivalent to be determined by unit coordinator)
Overview
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Overview

This unit investigates processes of security at local and network levels, including security policies and practices, software, hardware and human issues. Content includes: physical and system security; cryptosystems; authentication and authorization; firewalls and port security; secure web protocols (https, ssh) and encrypted tunnelling; intrusion detection and system hardening; security in Virtual Private Networks (VPN). The unit envisages to raise consciousness among the students about their ethical responsibility & privacy; and teach how to employ hacking techniques in an ethical manner.

Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this unit, students will be able to:

  1. Investigate a system for security vulnerabilities by managing and using system security and logging tool;
  2. Identify strengths and weaknesses in security products and apply security tools to strengthen a networked system;
  3. Analyse a system for deploying appropriate security solutions including security policies and practices;
  4. Design and implement a security solution given a set of constraints; and
  5. Exhibit hacking methodologies in consideration of ethical and professional standards.
  6. Participate in an academic community through reflective and critical engagement in academic texts and understanding of principles of academic integrity.

Assessment

For Melbourne campuses

Assessment type: Laboratory Work
|
Grade: 10%
Practical Lab Work
Assessment type: Assignment
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Grade: 50%
2 x Individual in-class Assignment (solving practical problems derived from real word/industry applications) [20% + 30%]
Assessment type: Project
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Grade: 40%
Project on Design and Implementing a Security Solution (derived from real word/industry applications) [20%] including Demonstration [20%]
Assessment type: Other
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Grade: 0%
Evidence of completion of the Academic Integrity Modules (Hurdle)

Required reading

Lecturer may supply additional/alternative material.

As part of a course

This unit is studied as part of the following course(s):

Bachelor of Cyber Security
NBCS | Bachelor degree | Duration: 3 years

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