IT 647 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Description:
This course will provide students with a sound foundation in cybersecurity concepts. Students will examine scenarios that allow them to identify vulnerabilities, risks, and remediation actions as it relates to the management of cybersecurity.

Prerequisites:
Co- or prerequisite: ADMG 501 or admission to an IT Management Department Graduate Certificate Program.

Credits: (4)

Learner Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:

List the fundamental concepts of the cybersecurity discipline.
Describe how the fundamental concepts of cyber defense can be used to provide system security.
Examine and assess the architecture of a typical complex system and identify significant vulnerabilities and risks.
Develop a risk management plan and recommend points at which specific security technologies/methods should be employed.

Learner Outcomes Approval Date:
1/22/2015

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