Module 20009 (2006)

Syllabus page 2006/2007

06-20009
Network Security
Level 4/M

Mark Ryan
10 credits in Semester 2

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Outline

The module introduces the threats and attacks which may be perpetrated on computer networks, and some of the mechanisms designed to address them. Some technology case studies are presented and evaluated.

Aims

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Learning Outcomes

On successful completion of this module, the student should be able to: Assessed by:
1explain network vulnerabilities and attacks Examination
2explain and evaluate security mechanisms designed to address such attacks Examination
3design networking security solutions appropriate for a given application and situation. Examination, Continuous Assessment

Restrictions, Prerequisites and Corequisites

Restrictions:

None

Prerequisites:

06-05933 (Computer Networks) (or 06-18150 (Computer Networks (Extended)) as a co-requisite)

Co-requisites:

06-17417 (Computer Security), 06-18150 (Computer Networks (Extended)) (or 06-05933 (Computer Networks) as a prerequisite)

Teaching

Teaching Methods:

Lectures

Contact Hours:

15-20

Assessment

  • Sessional: 1.5 hr examination (80%), continuous assessment (20%).
  • Supplementary (where allowed): By examination only.
  • The continuous assessment will consist of a report.

Recommended Books

TitleAuthor(s)Publisher, Date
Cryptography and Network Security, Principles and Practice (3rd ed.)William StallingsPrentice Hall, 2003
Security in Computing (3rd ed.) C Pfleeger & S PfleegerPrentice Hall, 2002

Detailed Syllabus

  1. Threat assessment
    • Network attacks
  2. Security mechanisms
    • Protocols
    • Firewalls
    • VPNs and IPSec
    • Intrusion detection
  3. Case studies
    • CORBA
    • SOAP
    • Remote Procedure Call (RPC)

Last updated: 29 Nov 2006

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