Code
ISEC2001
Credits
25
Graduate Attributes
Introduction
Welcome to Fundamental Concepts of Data Security. This unit introduces key security principles and methods that are valuable for your future career in data security. It places a strong emphasis on practical awareness of the topics covered. The unit is delivered in a blended format, with workshops conducted online and seminars held in person. Workshop recordings will be uploaded prior to each session, and students are expected to attend one in-person seminar based on their timetable.
Lecture
1 x 3 Hours Weekly
Seminar
1 x 1 Hours Weekly
Unit Learning Outcomes
- 1 assess the three key security principles (Availability, Integrity, and Confidentiality) and analyse existing security approaches based on these principles, GC1, GC2, GC3. GC4,GC6
- 2 explain important data security techniques and controls and correctly employ them in suitable practical situations, GC1, GC3, GC6
- 3 assess data security risk and develop business continuity plans according to Australian and international standards, GC1, GC4, GC5, GC6
- 4 recognise and assess the ethical, social and professionalism issues involved in the access, analysis and protection of data sets containing privileged information, GC4, GC5, GC6
Course Learning Outcomes
- 5 Use appropriate tools to design, analyse and verify computer systems networks and their components
- 6 Recognise that the computer systems networking industry changes rapidly, and maintain currency via a spirit of inquiry and relevant further study
- 7 Apply international standards, practices and conventions appropriate to computer systems networking
Assessment Breakdown
Recent Unit Changes & Response to Student Feedback
Students are encouraged to provide feedback through student surveys (such as Insight and the annual Student Experience Survey) and interactions with teaching staff. Listed below are some recent changes to the unit as a result of student feedback. Some content have been revised and updated.