SECTION 1 - GENERAL COURSE INFORMATION

CBYE 266 Introduction to Computer Networks - Fall 2022 ( Sec T01 ) - MWF 3:00 - 3:50am - Carter Hall 207

SECTION 2 - INSTRUCTOR'S INFORMATION

SECTION 2 - DETAILED COURSE INFORMATION

Prerequisites: CS 122 -Computer Science II .

Course Description:  This course covers security of Communications and IT Infrastructure , their vulnerabilities , complexity of security threats faced by business and industry . Topics discussed include : development of security plans and practices ; policies ; awareness and compliance programs; protections; and legal and regulatory issues .

Required Course Materials - Textbook:
Test Out Security Pro 7.0   ISBN: 978-1-935080-44-2
( purchase at   http://www.testout.com  ) 

Student Learning Outcomes:
1. List and discuss recent trends in computer security.
2. Describe existing threats for computers and networks.
3. Identify the basic approaches to computer and information security.
4. Distinguish among methods to implement access controls.
5. Describe methods used to verify the identity and authenticity of an individual.
6. Describe physical security components to protect computers and network.
7. Demonstrate knowledge of wireless cellular technologies for data transmission.
8. Distinguish between three types of cryptography.
9. Demonstrate skills in client and server Certificate deployment using Certification Authorities.

Topics:
- CIA Triad
- Access Control and Identify Management
- Cryptography
- Policies, Procedures and Awareness
- Physical Security
- Perimeter Defenses
- Network, Host, Application and Data Defenses
- Assessments and Audits

SECTION 3 - COURSE ASSESSMENT INFORMATION

Instructional Method: 
This is a Hybrid Online course which includes Video Lectures, Reading Assignments,
Labs, Group Activities, and Exams.
Lessons, Videos, Reading Assignments, Labs  are found at the
Test Out Security web site  http://www.testout.com  , as well as on eCampus.
Dates and Chapter Numbers are listed in the  Course Schedule  and Outline  Table below .

Credit Hours: This is a 3-credit hour course.
This course is designed to require about 10 hours per week - for Readings, Exercises, Labs , Exams
Videos , and Group Project work.
The material is technical and requires dedication of time to comprehend.  To complete course successfully,
designate 3 hours every lecture day for reading the given lecture, and book chapter. Designate additional
4 hours per week for Exercises, Labs , Video assignments, and Group meetings / activities. Meet
with your Group Members ONLINE through video conferencing - via Zoom, MSTeams, Skype, Google Chat,
or meet in person if desired. Students are expected to communicate and meet with their group members
to complete project successfully. Labs , Exerciess are assigned after each chapter.
The Labs , Exercises are due on  Test Out Security web site  http://www.testout.com  
on the dates they are assigned.

CRITERIA FOR DETERMINING THE FINAL COURSE GRADE

Grading / Breakdown of Total Points:
The final course grade is determined on the following weights:
Pracitce Exam  ( MidTerm Exam )    20%
Quiz_Chap_01_05      10%
Quiz_Chap_06_10      10%
Quiz_Chap_11_14      10%
GroupProject                25%
Security Pro Certification Exam ( FinalExam )   25% 

The Pro Certification Exam coutns as Final Exam for this course .
The Security Pro exam is 15 questions , 12 are Lab based . It is 2 two hour Exam .

Grading scale:
A   90% - 100%
B   80% - 89%
C   70% - 79%
D   60% - 69%
F   less than 60%
X   academic dishonesty

SECTION 4 - COURSE EXPECTATIONS

Academic Integrity and Honesty:
Students are required to read and abide by the Student Code of Conduct, Responsibilities, Procedures, and Rights .
This code forbids cheating, fabrication or falsification of information, multiple submissions of academic work,
plagiarism (including viewing others work without instructor permission), abuse of academic materials,
and complicity of academic dishonesty. Violations of the Code of Student Academic Integrity,
including plagiarism, result in disciplinary action as provided by the Code.

Civility:
We are concerned with a positive learning experience. This course strives to create an inclusive academic
climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. We value diversity that is
beneficial to both employers and society at large. Students are encouraged to actively and appropriately
share their views in class discussions.

Inclement Weather:
University Policy states the University is open unless the Chancellor announces that the University is closed.
In the event of inclement weather, check your e-mail, and eCampus. The instructor will post a message on eCampus,
and through e-mail. The instructor will use their best judgment as to whether class should be held.

Disability:
We are committed to access to education. If you have a disability and need academic accommodations,
please provide a letter of accommodation from Office of Accessability Services early in the semester.
For more information on accommodations, contact the Office of Accessability Services.

Withdrawal:
The University policy on Course Withdrawal allows students a limited number of opportunities
available to withdraw from courses. There are financial and academic consequences that may
result from course withdrawal. If a student is concerned about his / her ability to succeed in this
course, it is important to make an appointment to speak with the instructor as soon as possible.

Syllabus Revision:
The instructor may modify the class schedule and syllabus during the course of the semester.
For example - additional educational videos may be posted. Same changed will appear on eCampus.
Students are responsible for refreshing their syllabus once per week.

E-Mail Communication:
Students are responsible for *all* announcements made in class and on the class online resources.
Students should check the online class resources throughout the semester. The Instructor and
Teaching Assistants send occasional e-mails with important information. We send this information
to the student's university e-mail address listed on Banner system.

ONLINE COURSE EXPECTATIONS

Students are responsible for *all* announcements made in class and on the class online resources.
Students should check the online class resources throughout the semester. The Instructor and
Teaching Assistants send occasional e-mails with important information. We send this information
to the student's university e-mail address listed on Banner system.

1. Official university email is used for communication
between the instructor and students.
Instructor replies to email queries within 24 hours, excluding weekends,
holidays, breaks.

2. Please review the Course Schedule (included at the end of this Syllabus)
for Lecture Notes, Videos, Exercises, Group Project, Exams.

3. Course Contents: Lessons, Videos, Labs,  Exams are found in the
TestOut web site -  http://www.testout.com , also posted   eCampus course web site.

4. Online students are subject to the college’s attendance policy.
Please see the “Attendance Policy” in the college’s catalog.
For online classes, Student Attendance is defined as active participation
in the course as described in the course syllabus.

5. Online courses have weekly mechanisms for student participation,
which is documented by: submission of Assignment , Project , Exam ,
and Last Log-In to the eCampus course .
Grades are available within one week after the due date.


Course Expectation:
By attending class beyond the first week, students agree to follow the framework and rules related to
this course as described above.

Course Schedule:

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