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    This course serves as an introduction to the core principles and practices of computer

    security. It covers essential concepts such as threat identification, risk assessment,


    cryptography basics, network security, and access control. Through lectures, hands-on
    exercises, and case studies, students will gain foundational knowledge to understand,
    analyze, and mitigate security risks in computer systems and networks.

    Course Objectives
    1. Introduction to Cyber Security: Understand the importance of computer security in
    safeguarding digital assets.
    2. Identify common threats and vulnerabilities in computer systems and networks.
    3. Learn fundamental principles of cryptography and its role in securing data.
    4. Explore basic network security concepts and techniques.
    5. Understand the principles of access control and its implementation in computer
    systems.
    6. Develop critical thinking skills to analyze and address security challenges effectively.

    Course Outline:

    Module 1: Introduction to Computer Security

     Overview of computer security principles and objectives


     Importance of computer security in modern computing environments
     Legal and ethical considerations in computer security

    Module 2: Threats and Vulnerabilities

     Common types of threats (e.g., malware, phishing, social engineering)


     Vulnerability assessment and risk management
     Case studies of security breaches and their impact

    Module 3: Cryptography Basics

     Introduction to cryptography and encryption techniques


     Symmetric and asymmetric encryption algorithms
     Digital signatures and hash functions

    Module 4: Network Security Fundamentals

     Basics of network security architecture


     Firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS), and VPNs
     Secure communication protocols (e.g., SSL/TLS)

    Module 5: Access Control Principles


     Access control models (e.g., discretionary access control, mandatory access
    control)
     User authentication methods (e.g., passwords, biometrics)
     Role-based access control (RBAC) and access control lists (ACLs)

    Module 6: Security Policies and Procedures

     Development and implementation of security policies


     Incident response and disaster recovery planning
     Compliance with regulations and standards (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA)

    Module 7: Secure Software Development

     Basics of secure software development practices


     Common software vulnerabilities and secure coding techniques
     Introduction to secure development lifecycle (SDL)

    Module 8: Emerging Trends in Computer Security

     Overview of current trends and challenges in computer security


     Security implications of emerging technologies (e.g., IoT, cloud computing)
     Ethical considerations in cybersecurity research and practice

    Module 9: Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

     Introduction to ethical hacking concepts and methodologies


     Penetration testing techniques and tools
     Reporting and remediation of security vulnerabilities

    Module 10: Final Project

     Capstone project to apply course concepts in a real-world scenario


     Students will propose and develop a security solution for a given case study
     Presentation of project findings and recommendations

    Assessment:

     Quizzes, exams, and assignments to assess understanding of course material


     Participation in class discussions, labs, and group activities
     Evaluation of the final project and presentation

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