Course - Network Security - IMT4125
IMT4125 - Network Security
About
New from the academic year 2016/2017
Examination arrangement
Examination arrangement: Written examination amd Essay
Grade: Letters
| Evaluation | Weighting | Duration | Grade deviation | Examination aids |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written examination | 67/100 | 3 timer | ||
| Essay | 33/100 |
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
Learning methods and activities
Essay|Forelesninger|Prosjektarbeid|Refleksjon
Utfyllende informasjon:
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 and will be recorded on a best-effort basis. Both lecture notes and recordings will be made available via the electronic learning management system.
Obligatoriske arbeidskrav:
None
Further on evaluation
Utfyllende om kontinuasjon:
Re-sit examination for the written exam in August.No re-sit in the same semester is possible.Students must undertake both term paper and written exam.
Vurderingsformer:
The written examination contributes 67% to the final result, and the term paper 33%.Both term paper and written examination must be passed to pass the course.
Specific conditions
Admission to a programme of study is required:
Information Security (MIS)
Information Security (MISD)
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
A. Shostack: Threat Modelling: Designing for Security
. Wiley, 2014M. Collins: Network Security Through Data Analysis: Building Situational Awareness
. O'Reilly, 2014W. Stallings: Network Security Essentials, 5th ed.
Pearson. 2013
Credit reductions
| Course code | Reduction | From | To |
|---|---|---|---|
| IMT4582 | 5.0 |
Version: 1
Credits:
7.5 SP
Study level: Second degree level
Term no.: 1
Teaching semester: SPRING 2017
Language of instruction: English
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- Information Security
- Stephen Wolthusen
Department with academic responsibility
Department of Information Security and Communication Technology
Examination
Examination arrangement: Written examination amd Essay
- Term Status code Evaluation Weighting Examination aids Date Time Examination system Room *
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Spring
ORD
Essay
33/100
Submission
2017-06-09 -
Room Building Number of candidates - Spring ORD Written examination 67/100 2017-06-09 10:00
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Room Building Number of candidates - Summer KONT Written examination 67/100 2017-08-10 09:00
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Room Building Number of candidates
- * The location (room) for a written examination is published 3 days before examination date. If more than one room is listed, you will find your room at Studentweb.
For more information regarding registration for examination and examination procedures, see "Innsida - Exams"