ITC358 IT Security (8)
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This subject provides a comprehensive overview of the fundamental information security issues and concepts. Students will be introduced to the security threat environment as well as the security defensive mechanisms including cryptography, firewalls, host and application hardening and data protection techniques. Practices related to Information and Communication Technology (ICT) security management are also investigated. Risk identification, security planning and implementation of effective policy and practices will be covered. |
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+ Subject Availability Modes and Location
| Session 1 | | Internal | Albury-Wodonga Campus | | Internal | Bathurst Campus | | Internal | CSU Study Centre Melbourne | | Internal | Wagga Wagga Campus | | Distance | Wagga Wagga Campus | Session 2 | | Internal | CSU Study Centre Sydney |
Continuing students should consult the SAL for current offering details: ITC358
Where differences exist between the Handbook and the SAL, the SAL should be taken as containing the correct subject offering details.
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Subject information| Duration | Grading System | School: |
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| One session | HD/FL | School of Computing and Mathematics |
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Enrolment restrictions
Available only to students in:
Bachelor of Science/ Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology
Bachelor of Information Technology (Business Services)
Bachelor of Industry Computing
Bachelor of Computing Studies (Business)
Bachelor of Business Studies
Associate Degree in Information Technology |
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Learning OutcomesUpon successful completion of this subject, students should:
- be able to explain fundamental information security concepts;
- be able to discuss and debate some of the security implications of computer networks, including cryptography;
- be able to compare and contrast firewall technologies;
- be able to communicate factors that relate to host and data security including vulnerabilities and patches and data protection mechanisms;
- be able to evaluate some of the key application security concepts and practices;
- be able to explain and debate issues and concepts related to management of ICT security including security planning and policy development.
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SyllabusThe subject will cover the following topics:
- Introduction to information security.
- Cryptography and network security fundamentals.
- Firewalls.
- Host hardening.
- Data protection.
- Application security.
- Security planning and policy.
- Incident and disaster recovery.
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The information contained in the 2015 CSU Handbook was accurate at the date of publication: 01 October 2015. The University reserves the right to vary the information at any time without notice.
