SCS3202 Information Security

The course introduces basic computer and network security concepts and methodologies. Covers principles of security; compliance and operational security; threats and vulnerabilities; network security; application, data, and host security; access control and identity management; and cryptography. This course covers the fundamental concepts and practical applications of computing systems security with a holistic view and an applied approach.

Course Objectives

• Introducing students to the concepts of Information Assurance and how to secure such
• information using appropriate systems and technologies.
• Presenting introductory aspects on confidentiality, integrity, authentication, nonrepudiation, intrusion detection, physical security, and encryption.

Learning Outcomes
On completion of this course unit, the students will be able to:

• Have a good understanding of the information assurance issues of an Enterprise.
• Have a firm grasp of the concepts related to Information Assurance and be able to articulate the salient principles about Information Assurance that derive from the concepts.
• Contextualize knowledge on Information Assurance and Security under different settings.