IAAS 481 - Information Security and Assurance

3 Credits
This course will provide an introduction to the different technical and administrative aspects of Information Security and Assurance. Topics will include inspection and protection of information assets, detection of and reaction to threats to information assets, examination of pre- and post-incident procedures, technical and managerial responses, and an overview of the Information Security Planning and Staffing functions.

Prerequisite(s): IAAS 321 or IAAS 322 or IAAS 332 or HINT 340
Course Learning Outcomes:
1. Demonstrate a basic understanding of cryptography.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of capability and access-control mechanisms.
3. Develop authentication and security models.
4. Develop models for operating systems security.
5. Develop plans for enforcement of security policies.
6. Demonstrate application of the legal and ethical aspects of computer security.