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.

    Assessment

    For Melbourne campuses

    Assessment type: Laboratory Work
    |
    Grade: 20%
    Practical Lab Work
    Assessment type: Assignment
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Individual Assignment (solving practical problems)
    Assessment type: Test
    |
    Grade: 40%
    Written Test

    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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