Fall 2024
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Course No: INFO.2950-082; SIS Class Nbr: 7223; SIS Term: 3410
Course Status: Registration Closed
Course Description
This course will present an overview of the issues related to information security from a computer and computer network perspective. We will cover the threats to the information security infrastructure with a focus on the detection and prevention of them. We will discuss protection of PCs, servers, associated computer services (e.g. network, browsers) and data (e.g. file systems, email) through a "defense in depth" or "layered" and most recent "Zero Trust" approach. Topics will include security management and risk assessment; software security; operating systems security; database security; cryptography algorithms and protocols; network authentication and secure network applications; malicious malware. This course will also help understanding legal, ethical issues and privacy. Anti-Req INFO.3850. Students cannot get credit for both INFO.2950 or INFO.3850.
Prerequisites, Notes & Instructor
- Prerequisites: INFO.2750 Introduction to Networking.
- Core Codes: LOW COST
- Credits: 3; Contact Hours: 3
- Instructor: William Vales
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Textbook Information
When Offered & Tuition
- Online Course
- 2024 Fall: Oct 28 to Dec 20
- Course Level: Undergraduate
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Tuition: $1155
- Note: There is a $30 per semester registration fee for credit courses.
Related Programs: A.S. in Information Technology, B.S. in Information Technology, B.S. in Information Technology: Business Minor Option, B.S. in Information Technology: Population Health Informatics and Technology Minor Option, Certificate in Security Management & Homeland Security
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