CSCI-531 Introduction to Security Measurement Syllabus

Catalogue Description

The course will introduce students into the algorithmical foundations and modern methods used for security evaluation and tools design. It will combine a theoretical revision of the methods and models currently applied for computer security evaluation and an investigation of computer security through the study of user’s practice. The students will be required to complete a few home assignments, to deliver a class presentation and to implement a team project. (CSCI-351 Data Communications and Networking I)

Course Outcomes

• Students will be able to advance their theoretical knowledge of computer security methodologies in practical security system design. (supports program outcomes 5 and 7) Evaluation: by project report and tests
• Students will be able to learn the structure and design concepts of computer security evaluation and testing (supports program outcome 5) Evaluation: by project report and tests
• Students will be able to advance their communication and presentation skills. (supports program outcomes 5 and 7) Evaluation: by presentation on the topic assigned

Course Policies

This class may be taught in a blended mode; in this case the class meeting time will be reduced but the students will have to do more work independently and online. Please, see Welcome to my class letter and mycourses for further information

Required Materials

M. Bishop Computer Security, Art and Science, Addison-Wesley

Also, I want you to use an excellent brochure, practically a book, which was prepared by Cyber Security and Information Assurance Center (formerly IATAC) in 2009. The book “Measuring Cyber Security and Information Assurance: State of the Art Report” IATAC, May 2009 is available on line and on mycourses.

Additional Resource

Grading

• Rescheduling an Exam

• Course Withdrawal

• Disability Services

• Academic Integrity

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