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Course Number:
CSCI 4200
Approved Starting Semester:
Fall 2021
Course Title:
Principles of Information Security
Credit Hours:
3
Course Description (Bulletin Description):
This course is an introduction to the technical and management aspects of information security and assurance. The course provides a foundation in understanding issues associated with security in computing including security threats and controls, protection of computer systems and data, use of technology such as firewalls, cryptography, and intrusion detection systems, response to security incidents, laws and ethics relating to information security, and an overview of the development of an Information Security Plan.
Prerequisite:
CSCI 2700
Co-requisite:
None
Pre/Co-requisite::
None
Dual-Listed:
CSCI 5200
Course Objectives (Course-level Student Learning Outcomes):
At the completion of the course, the student will be able to: 1. Develop skills of inquiry, abstract and logical thinking, and critical analysis of information security issues and practices 2. Understand and prioritize information assets 3. Recognize vulnerabilities and strategies for securing networked computer systems in a global environment 4. Identify tools and techniques for combating threats to information assets 5. Describe legal and ethical implications of security and privacy issues 6. Understand risk management 7. Define an information security strategy and architecture
Topics Covered (In Outline/Calendar):
a. Intro Security and Security Trends b. General Security Concepts c. Operational and Organizational Security d. The Role of People in Security e. Cryptography f. Public Key Infrastructure g. Standards and Protocol h. Physical Security i. Network Fundamentals j. Infrastructure Security k. Authentication and Remote Access l. Wireless Security m. Intrusion Detection Systems n. Baselines o. Types of Attacks and Malware p. Secure Software Development q. Email and IM r. Web Components s. Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity t. Risk Management u. Change Management v. Privilege Management w. Computer Forensics x. Legal Issues and Ethics y. Privacy
Student Learning Outcomes:
- Communicate effectively in a variety of professional contexts. (SLO3)
- Function effectively as a member or leader of a team engaged in activities appropriate to the program’s discipline. (SLO5)
- Support the delivery, use, and management of information systems within an information systems environment. (SLO6-CIS)
- Use systemic approaches to select, develop, apply, integrate, and administer secure computing technologies to accomplish user goals. (SLO6-CIT)
Course Coordinator:
Dr. James Church
Instructor-in-charge:
Dr. James Church
Previous Professors:
Mr. Stephen Thomas Paulk-Mcginley, Mr. Barry Bruster, Dr. Mir Hasan, Dr. James Church
Technologies / Skills:
Information security theories
Textbook(s):
Summer/Spring 2026
Title: CompTIA Security+ Certification Kit: Exam SY0-701 (Sybex Study Guide)
Edition: 7TH
Author: Chapple
Publisher: Sybex
ISBN: 978-1394211449
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