Network Security

This course prepares students to analyse threats and attacks on computer networks, apply network security mechanisms such as firewalls, IDS/IPS and VPNs, and design network security architectures. Study materials: Systems Fundamentals (SF), Networking and Communication (NC), Security (SEC).

Topics

1. Threats and attacks on computer networks
2. Security of network protocols
3. Firewalls and packet filtering
4. Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
5. Virtual private networks (VPN)
6. Network security architecture
7. Network traffic monitoring and analysis

Each course outcome derives from one programme outcome.

1. CPMK0905

   Students are able to analyse threats and apply security mechanisms to computer networks and mobile devices.

   CPL09
2. CPMK-KSMI-01

   Students are able to design and implement modern computing architectures by making use of artificial intelligence, multimedia and data integrity

   CPLP02
3. CPMK-KSMI-02

   Students are able to evaluate security by appropriately applying defence strategies to infrastructure and mobile devices.

   CPLP02

CPL09

Analyse the principles and practice of computer system security to mitigate cyber threats and attacks.

CPLP02

Design and evaluate modern computing system architectures that integrate artificial intelligence, multimedia and data integrity, and apply cyber defence strategies to infrastructure and mobile devices.