Module Specifications.
Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025
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Date posted: September 2024 No Banner module data is available
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Description The aim of the course is to introduce the student to the issues that arise when we consider the security of computer networks, from both a "white-hat" (defensive), and "black-hat" (offensive) perspective. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Learning Outcomes 1. Identify the threats that exist against computer networks 2. Deploy defences to mitigate network security threats 3. Advise those concerned with their network security on corrective measures 4. Assess the top threats to internet-facing applications 5. Securely configure network devices 6. Deploy defences across both IPv4 and IPv6 networks | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml |
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Indicative Content and Learning Activities
Indicative syllabusNetwork models. Attacks across the network layers. Defences across the network layers. DNS. DNS attacks. Subnetting. VLANs. VLAN attacks and defences. Securing network devices. Malware. Packet filtering. Firewalls. Wireless networks. Wireless network security. Working with network simulators. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Indicative Reading List
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