CMSY-162 Introduction to Network Security Systems

This course is designed to introduce students to the fundamentals of network security in preparation for advanced courses. It will give students a solid foundation for understanding different security technologies and how they function. Students will be able to design a basic network with the proper network security structures in place. This course is designed as an entry-level Information Assurance course, but it is highly recommended that students have a background in computer and network administration. After taking this course, students should be prepared to take the CompTIA Security+ exam. A good understanding of the Windows and Linux operating systems, and TCP/IP protocol, or an extensive background in network administration is highly recommended.

Credits

3

Corequisite

CMSY-158 or appropriate CMSY placement score

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab weekly

Course Objectives

1. 1. Identify and illustrate the three concepts in protecting data.
2. 2. Describe the seven layers of the OSI model for network protocols.
3. 3. Demonstrate the ability to subnet networks.
4. 4. Identify into which layer of the OSI model TCP/IP protocols fall.
5. 5. Determine where network security technologies fit within a network.
6. 6. Design a basic network diagram with security structures properly in place.

Course Objectives

1. 1. Identify and illustrate the three concepts in protecting data.
2. 2. Describe the seven layers of the OSI model for network protocols.
3. 3. Demonstrate the ability to subnet networks.
4. 4. Identify into which layer of the OSI model TCP/IP protocols fall.
5. 5. Determine where network security technologies fit within a network.
6. 6. Design a basic network diagram with security structures properly in place.