Course - Network Security - IMT4125
Network Security
About
About the course
Course content
-Network and Network Security Models -Core Network Protocols -Network Components -Network Authentication and Access Control -Routing Protocols and their Security -Network Infrastructure Protocols -Security Protocols -Selected Application Layer Protocols and their Security -Capturing and Analysing Network Traffic -Selected Attack Mechanisms
Learning outcome
On completion of the module, candidates will have achieved the following learning outcomes:
Knowledge -Understanding of network and networks security models -In-depth knowledge of selected network authentication and access control mechanisms -Understanding of security and security infrastructure protocols -Understanding of selected attack mechanisms and adversarial behaviours in networks
Skills -Ability to analyse network security architecture elements and protocols -Ability to construct attack scenarios and mechanisms for selected network protocols -Ability to perform guided scientific research using appropriate methods in the network security domain
General competence -Ability to understand and analyse complex protocols and systems -Ability to cogently reason over security mechanisms and architectures -The candidate is capable of discussing professional problems, analyses and conclusions in the field of network security, with specialists, decision makers and general audience
Sustainability: Networking technology as well as security mechanisms consume a considerable amount of resources, hence efficiency is a key consideration that permeates the domain. The module helps to identify mechanisms offering required security guarantees with the lowest resource cost.
Learning methods and activities
-Lectures -Project work -Reflection -Essay
Additional information: Candidates are expected to select a topic for a term paper and perform independent study on an active research area connected to the topics covered in the module. The course will be made accessible for both campus and remote students. The lectures in the course will be given on campus Gjøvik or online as required and will be recorded and streamed on a best-effort basis. Both lecture notes and recordings will be made available via the electronic learning management system.
Compulsory requirements: None
Further on evaluation
Re-sit examination for the written exam in August (re-sit can be changed to oral exam). -Students must undertake both term paper and written exam. No re-sit for the term paper.
Forms of assessment: -The written examination (3 h) contributes 67% to the final result, and the term paper 33%. Both term paper and written examination must be passed to pass the course.
Retake can be carried out for some partial assessments without all partial assessments having to be taken up again.
Students must comply with all NTNU regulations on aids and materials and must prepare their papers individually.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Digital Infrastructure and Cyber Security (MSTCNNS)
Information Security (MIS)
Information Security (MISD)
Information Security (MISEB)
Recommended previous knowledge
Candidates should have read the course IMT4113 Introduction to Cyber and Information Security Technology. Familiarity with basic cryptological concepts is assumed.
Course materials
-M. Collins: Network Security Through Data Analysis: Building Situational Awareness, 2nd ed.. O'Reilly, 2017
-W. Stallings: Cryptography and Network Security, 8th ed., 2022
-J. Forshaw: Attacking Network Protocols. No Starch Press, 2017
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From |
|---|---|---|
| IMT4582 | 5 sp | Autumn 2017 |
Subject areas
- Information Security
Contact information
Course coordinator
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Information Security and Communication Technology