About 2 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals

Cybersecurity Fundamentals (MIS402) provides students with a comprehensive understanding of the principles and practices essential for securing information systems. The course covers a range of cybersecurity concepts, including threat identification, risk management, encryption, and incident response.

Program Learning outcome:

  • Understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity and its importance.
  • Identify and assess cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Implement measures for securing networks and information systems.
  • Develop skills in encryption and authentication techniques.
  • Evaluate and apply risk management strategies in cybersecurity.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of incident response and recovery.


TextBook Name:

"Cybersecurity: A Practical Guide to the Law of Cyber Risk" by Tom Pelton.

Assessment Methods

Midterm Exam
30%
Final Project and Exam
70%