MJRU-CYBSE v.1 Cyber Security Major (B Comp)
Curtin University
About
This major/stream is part of a larger course. Information is specific to the major/stream, please refer to the course for more information.
This major provides coverage of the key concepts and challenges in data and resource protection and computer software security. There is a focus on both the high level (e.g. cryptography theory and data access policy development and security program management) and low level practical (e.g. computer forensics, network intrusion detection and incident handling) aspects of computer security. The addition of programming techniques differentiates this major from more policy-based options.
Course Accreditation Status
Will request provisional accreditation from ACS on approval.
Career Opportunities
Graduates may be employed in one of a number of roles relating to computer or network security on either the red (penetration testing) or blue (target defense) teams. In addition they can join programming teams as security specialists and have good knowledge of security policy.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks and other essential study materials.
Structure
Major/Stream Learning Outcomes
A graduate of this course can:
1. implement processes based on best practice when designing and implementing software
2. evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and technologies relating to cyber security in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions
3. identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation
4. document software and security activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose
5. effectively use new and existing technologies, especially those relating to cyber security, recognising their advantages and limitations
6. sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development
7. recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software design and development as well as the ACSC and ISO27000 series standards for cyber security
8. contribute to society using technology in a secure, ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner
9. demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively
Duration and Availability
3 YEARS
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 1
Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
---|---|---|---|---|
CNCO2000 | v.1 | Computer Communications | 4.0 | 25.0 |
CNCO3001 | v.1 | Network Systems Design | 3.0 | 25.0 |
COMP2006 | v.1 | Operating Systems | 3.0 | 25.0 |
COMP2002 | v.1 | Unix Systems Programming | 4.0 | 25.0 |
100.0 |
YEAR 2 SEMESTER 2
Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
---|---|---|---|---|
COMP2005 | v.1 | Computing Topics | 3.0 | 25.0 |
ISEC3004 | v.1 | Cyber Crime and Security Enhanced Programming | 3.0 | 25.0 |
ISYS1001 | v.1 | Database Systems | 4.0 | 25.0 |
SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | |||
100.0 |
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 1
Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
---|---|---|---|---|
ISEC2000 | v.1 | Fundamental Concepts of Cryptography | 3.0 | 25.0 |
COMP3010 | v.1 | Machine Learning | 3.0 | 25.0 |
ISAD3000 | v.2 | Capstone Computing Project 1 | 1.0 | 25.0 |
OR | ||||
ISEC3006 | v.1 | Cyber Security Capstone Project 1 | 1.0 | 25.0 |
SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | |||
100.0 |
YEAR 3 SEMESTER 2
Code | Version | Course Name | HRS/WK | Credit |
---|---|---|---|---|
ISEC3005 | v.1 | Cyber Security- Intrusion Detection System and Incident Handling | 3.0 | 25.0 |
ISEC3002 | v.2 | Penetration Testing and Defence | 4.0 | 25.0 |
ISAD3001 | v.2 | Capstone Computing Project 2 | 1.0 | 25.0 |
OR | ||||
ISEC3007 | v.1 | Cyber Security Capstone Project 2 | 1.0 | 25.0 |
SELECT ELECTIVES TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | |||
100.0 |
# Choose an Elective Sem 2, Year 3
* Choose an Elective Sem 1, Year 3
** Choose an Elective Sem 2, Year 2
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