cse3iis it and information security

IT AND INFORMATION SECURITY

CSE3IIS

2020

Credit points: 15

Subject outline

This subject covers the fundamental concepts of IT and information security from an enterprise level perspective. Topics covered include: computer security, network security, operational security, information security, corporate compliance obligations, and real world examples.

SchoolEngineering and Mathematical Sciences

Credit points15

Subject Co-ordinatorKhoa Phan

Available to Study Abroad/Exchange StudentsYes

Subject year levelYear Level 3 - UG

Exchange StudentsNo

Available as ElectiveNo

Learning ActivitiesN/A

Capstone subjectNo

Subject particulars

Subject rules

PrerequisitesCSE2CN AND (MAT1DIS OR MAT1CA)

Co-requisitesN/A

Incompatible subjectsN/A

Equivalent subjectsN/A

Quota Management StrategyN/A

Quota-conditions or rulesN/A

Special conditionsN/A

Minimum credit point requirementN/A

Assumed knowledgeN/A

Career Ready

Career-focusedNo

Work-based learningNo

Self sourced or Uni sourcedN/A

Entire subject or partial subjectN/A

Total hours/days requiredN/A

Location of WBL activity (region)N/A

WBL addtional requirementsN/A

Graduate capabilities & intended learning outcomes

Graduate Capabilities

Intended Learning Outcomes

01. Explain and describe the objectives, principles, practices of and differences between IT & information security.

02. Explain and describe the information security framework, formalised documentation hierarchy, and the maturity model.

03. Develop information security policies for corporates.

04. Explain and describe the IT security related technologies, including firewalls, IPS/IDS, Web security appliances, encryption and emerging security topics.

05. Explain and give examples proving the importance of "The User" in Security and the vital role that Security Awareness plays in securing corporate environments.

06. Explain and give examples of corporate compliance obligations relating to security and how these relate to customers and corporate reputation.

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Bendigo, 2020, Semester 2, Day

Overview

Online enrolmentYes

Maximum enrolment sizeN/A

Enrolment informationN/A

Subject Instance Co-ordinatorSimon Egerton

Class requirements

LectureWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours lecture per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

TutorialWeek: 31 - 43
One 2.00 hours tutorial per week on weekdays during the day from week 31 to week 43 and delivered via face-to-face.

Assessments

Assessment element	Comments	Category	Contribution	Hurdle	%	ILO*
One 2 hour final examination (2000 word equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	50	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5
One 800-word information security policy assignment	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	20	SILO3
One 800-word practical assignment on real-world practice in system protection	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	20	SILO5, SILO6
One quiz (400 words equivalent)	N/A	N/A	N/A	No	10	SILO1, SILO2, SILO3, SILO4, SILO5, SILO6