Computer System Security Threats and Solutions

Course code CSTP 2303

Credit 3.0

Length 60.0 hours

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In this course students will learn various attack and defense methodologies. While exploring current and emerging security topics students will learn how computer security affects businesses and business data. Students will be introduced to the protection of an organization's assets, intellectual property and employees as well as methods for maintaining business continuity. Students will also examine methods to maintain the integrity of an organization's network infrastructure and day-to-day operations.

Prerequisites

CSTP 2106, CSTP 2202.

Course type

This course is offered as part of a VCC program and cannot be taken individually.
International students: Eligibility is determined at the program level. Visit the program page for international student requirements and application information.

  • Ethical Hacking
  • The techniques of information gathering
  • Defence methodolgoies
  • Mobile and wireless security
  • Internet of Things security
  • Cloud security
  • Cyber Warfare

Course schedules

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How to take this course

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

Contact us

If you have any questions, please email at [email protected].

† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Indigenous Territory Acknowledgment

VCC is located on the traditional territories of the xʷməθkʷəy̓əm (Musqueam), Sḵwx̱wú7mesh (Squamish), and səlilwətaɬ (Tsleil-Waututh) peoples who have been stewards of these lands since time immemorial.