Computer Security (CS4451)
B.Sc in Computer Science, Troy University (Hanoi site)
Summary
- Prerequisite: CS3323 (Data Structures) or CS3330 (Data Structures and Algorithms)
- Duration: 15 weeks (45 hours)
- Credit points: 3 credits
- Level: Undergraduate
- Teaching language: English
- Location: HUST and Troy University (Hanoi site)
- URL: URL to Troy University’s dedicated page, URL to HUST’s dedicated page
Purpose
The course covers all aspects of network and computer security. It takes an in-depth and comprehensive view of security by examining the attacks that are launched against networks and computer systems, the necessary defense mechanisms, and even offers end-user practical tools, tips, and techniques to counter attackers. A fundamental knowledge of computers and networks is all that is required to follow this course. Its pedagogical features are designed to provide a truly interactive learning experience to help prepare students for the challenges of network and computer security. In addition to the information presented in the lecture, each topic includes hands-on projects that guide students through implementing practical hardware, software, network, and Internet security configurations step by step.
Lectures
- Introduction to Security (Slides)
- Malware and Social Engineering Attacks (Slides)
- Basic Cryptography, (Slides)
- Advanced Cryptography and PKI (Slides)
- Networking and Server Attacks (Slides)
- Networking Security Devices, Design, and Technology (Slides)
- Administering a Secure Network (Slides)
- Wireless Network Security (Slides)
- Client and Application Security (Slides)
- Mobile and Embedded Device Security (Slides)
- Authentication and Account Management (Slides)
- Access Management (Slides)
- Vulnerability Assessment and Data Security (Slides)
- Business Continuity (Slides)
- Risk Mitigation (Slides)
Textbooks
- Mark Ciampa. CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, Sixth Edition. ISBN-10 1337288780, ISBN-13 978-1337288781. Course Technology, 2017.
- Andrew Hurd. CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, Lab Manual, Sixth Edition. ISBN-10 1337288799, ISBN-13 978-1337288798. Course Technology, 2017.