Section | 1 |
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Instructor(s) | — |
Location | None |
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Fulfills | Core Systems Elective |
*Please note: This is the syllabus from the 2021/22 academic year and subject to change.*
Description
This course introduces security principles and practices. Topics will range from encryption to network and application threats and controls. The course will emphasize both offense (i.e., attacker mindset) and defense(the importance of implementing both technical and non-technical controls).
Topics
● Threat Landscape
● Encryption
● Authentication and access control
● Host based security
● Network security
● Web and application security
● Risk management
● Monitoring
● Incident response
Coursework
● Homework assignments
● Labs
● Quizzes
● Final project
Textbook
TBD
NOTE: To supplement the course textbook, required readings will also include security research papers and other free resources available online.
MPCS 54001: Networks (recommended, but not required)
Familiarity with Linux command line (recommended, but not required)
Familiarity with TCP/IP and network routing recommended
This class is scheduled at a time that does not conflict with any other classes this quarter.