INFO 2411

Students will learn fundamental concepts, theories, methodologies and techniques of computer and network security. Students will gain an understanding of the importance of security within and between organizations, including the ongoing threats and vulnerabilities on networks. In this course the significance of being ethical is emphasized. It covers the aspects of systems security from the perspective of providing security mechanisms for protecting networks. Students will learn several software tools and techniques related to computer security using mechanisms such as cryptographic systems, authentication and access control methods. Different types of network and computer attacks are studied. Tools to discover network designs, functionality, resources and vulnerabilities are introduced.