Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0200
Organization's ID:
Computer Science 202
Organization:
Study.com, LLC
Location:
Online
Length:
Self-Paced. 16 weeks (48 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Network Security
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to review the basics of information security, as well as important topics pertaining to network encryption, firewall systems, authentication, auditing and configurations.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Explain a network security plans and policies
  • Configure and maintain Cisco ASA 5505 to meet requirements outlined in security policies
  • Explain static address translation
  • Examine how instruction detection system (IDS) and intrusion prevention system (IPS) can be used for network defense
  • Implement wireless network security
  • Protect network from internal external threats
  • Describe the role of virtual private networks (VPN)
  • Identify and assess current and anticipated security risks and vulnerabilities

General Topics:

  • Introduction to Network Security
  • Information Security Overview
  • Network Encryption
  • Network Firewall Systems
  • Wireless Network Security
  • Web Application Security
  • Network Authentication
  • Network Auditing & Configuration
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Case Studies

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials