SEC 268
Network Defense and Countermeasures
Syllabus - Summer 2010

On-Line

Schedule

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

The primary emphasis of this course is on intrusion detection. The emphasis is on essential practices such as developing a security policy and then implementing that policy by performing Network Address Translation, setting up packet filtering, and installing proxy servers, firewalls, and virtual private networks. The course will provide the student with a solid foundation in network security defense and assumes familiarity with the Internet and basic networking concepts.
Prerequisite: SEC 267

REQUIRED MATERIALS:

STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

Upon completion of this course, students will have the knowledge necessary to secure their own private networks. In addition, students will gain a:      

    • Comprehensive knowledge of  network security defense and countermeasures.
    • Knowledge of  threats and how to detect them.
    • Knowledge of encryption fundamentals of network security
    • Methodology to create a secure networks.
    • Methodology on how to couterstrike network security threats.
    • Set of Guidelines for Policy Creation

 

METHODOLOGY

This course is composed of lecture notes, class discussions. Notes will clarify, reinforce, and expand upon the readings from the text. Significant learning will be accomplished outside the normal class hours through computer assignments. These assignments will reinforce the lecturenotes and demonstrations of course materials. Those willing to gain knowledge beyond the normal scope of the course will be given an opportunity to explore some advanced topics.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY POLICY


Holyoke Community College is committed to academic integrity—the honest, authentic and independent pursuit of knowledge. As members of the academic community, students are expected to be responsible for all of their own academic work without dishonesty or deception; joint work is legitimate only when assigned or approved by the instructor. HCC faculty members will take reasonable precautions to eliminate opportunities for academic dishonesty. Violations of academic integrity include, but are not limited to, the following general categories:

COURSE ASSESSMENTS

Testing

Two (2) one hour exams/projects, several quizzes and a final exam/project.

Attendance

Online student have not submitted assignments in a timely fashion (three assignments past suggested date) a AW can be given. It is recommended that students participate in bulletin board and chat discussions.

Assignments

This course requires a student to utilize a microcomputer extensively during the semester. Research and assignments are to be typed using a word processing package, and other assignments using other appropriate software. All assignments must be neat and of the highest quality. All assignments will be graded. I will drop the lowest assignment grade. All assignments are due the first class of the week following the assigned date.

Written Assignments

All written assignments should be in your words not quotes from the book. All assignments must have a cover sheet with your name, assignment number, class and section number and what type of assignment it is (eg)

Written Assignment Week 3 - Due first class of week 4

Joe Student
Week 3
CSI XXX-01
Assignments

Research/Lab Assignments

All research assignments should be in your words not just web pages from the site. All Research must have a cover sheet with your name, research assignment number, class and section number and what type of assignment it is (eg)..

Research Assignment Week 3 - Due first class of week 4

Joe Student
Week 3
CSI XXX-01
Research

Reading Assignments

Students are held accountable for all reading assignments. Some materials may not be discussed in class, but will be reflected in exams and quizzes. All reading assignments are due the first class of the week assignment (eg).

Assignment Week 3 - Due first class of week 3

Make-Ups

There are NO make-up exam given, unless arrangements are made prior to the exam date. There are NO make-up quizzes given, however I will drop the lowest quiz grade that you receive.

Quality

All oral and written assignments should be accurately prepared and be of the highest quality. Students should demonstrate the ability to do research and analyze the subject matter.

EXAM SCHEDULE:

Exam # 1:        Week # 6
Exam # 2:        Week # 10
Final Exam:    As schedule by Registrars Office - Projects are due the last class.

GRADES

Written Assignments 50%
Research/LAB/Quizzes 40%
Attendance/Participation 10%
 

100%

GRADING

59.99 Or Under  F 60 - 64.99%     D 65 - 68.99%      D+
69 - 71.99%      C- 72 - 75.99%     C 76 - 78.99%      C+
79 - 81.99%      B- 82 - 85.99%     B 86 - 88.99%      B+
89 - 91.99%      A- 92 - 100%        A

The Instructor reserves the right to change the context and structure of the course syllabus via an announcement in class or Internet.

Professor Casey Storozuk
Office KBC 505
Phone: 413-552-2429