Jul 02, 2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
OHIO University Undergraduate Catalog 2023-2024
[Archived Catalog]
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ITS 4510 - Cybersecurity for Network and Information Systems
Course examines information network security. Theoretical aspects covered include risk as a basis for security planning, taxonomy of exploits (such as malware, Phishing, or social engineering), and the evolution of strategy when defending network architectures. Practical aspects include exploiting and defending common attack vectors, penetration testing, and the application of other legacy or cloud-based tools associated with implementing robust information security solutions.
Requisites: C or better in ITS 2300
Credit Hours: 3
Repeat/Retake Information: May be retaken two times excluding withdrawals, but only last course taken counts.
Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture
Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I
Learning Outcomes:
- Students will be able to critically evaluate an unfamiliar network’s security characteristics, identifying network resources, hosts, and services.
- Students will be able to appraise potential vulnerabilities and formulate strategies to protect vulnerable data and systems.
- Students will be able to formulate appropriate controls to counter threats and address risks.
- Students will be able to experiment with information security tools and techniques.
- Students will be able to evaluate and explain risk concepts.
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