CPRE 4310: Basics of Information System Security
Credits: 3. Contact Hours: Lecture 3.
Prereq: Credit or enrollment in CPRE 3080 or COMS 3520
Introduction to and application of basic mechanisms for protecting information systems from accidental and intentional threats. Basic cryptography use and practice. Computer security issues including authentication, access control, and malicious code. Network security mechanisms such as intrusion detection, firewalls, SSL/TLS, and related protocols. Ethics and legal issues in information security. Wireless security. Programming and system configuration assignments. Graduation Restriction: This course can not be used towards any requirements for the Cyber Security Degree or Minor. Only one of CPRE/CYBE 3310 and CPRE 4310 may count towards graduation.
(Typically Offered: Spring)