ITE 420 Fundamentals of Information Security

The focus of this course is managing security and building systems to remain dependable in the face of malice, error, or mischance. This course will focus on the tools, processes, and methods needed to design, implement, and test complete systems, and to adapt existing systems as their environment evolves. Students will use real-world case studies to gain practical experience in solving complex problems, like the ones encountered in industry. The course will focus on applying the methodology of security engineering to develop reliable, cost-effective, and easily maintainable systems. Students will also develop an understanding of how the business of security engineering can best be managed.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CIS 202 or CIS 212 or CIS 213 or CIS 215 or CIS 251 or CIS 252 or CIS 255 or CIS 256 or CIS 285 or CS 305