Computer Security (CSTP 2220)
Students learn the fundamentals of computer security, building on skills learned in CSTP 1202, Data Communication and Networking. They learn the principles of computer and information security in general, and are familiarized with the fundamentals of designing secure hardware and software systems.
Students learn security policies, cryptography, authentication, data protection, access control, and software security. They learn the principles, practices, and analysis methods of secure software systems. Students also study security attacks, intrusions, security measures, evaluation techniques and security enhancement techniques.
Topics covered in detail include cryptographic protocols, authentication and access control, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security enhancement technologies.
Students learn security policies, cryptography, authentication, data protection, access control, and software security. They learn the principles, practices, and analysis methods of secure software systems. Students also study security attacks, intrusions, security measures, evaluation techniques and security enhancement techniques.
Topics covered in detail include cryptographic protocols, authentication and access control, intrusion detection and prevention systems, and security enhancement technologies.
Course code: CSTP 2220
Credits: 3.0
Length: 60.0 hours
Course outline:
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Prerequisites
CSTP 1202 or equivalent, taken prior to or concurrently.
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