CIS 551 - Introduction to Computer and Information Security

Credits: (3)

An introduction to computer and information security, including common attack techniques, application of cryptography in security, authentication and authorization, network security, enterprise network defense, web security, and analysis of design flaws that render a system vulnerable. Course projects provide hands-on experience on both the defense and offense aspects in cyberspace.

Note
Three hours recitation a week.

Not available for credit to students with credit in CIS 751.

Requisites
Prerequisite: CIS 450 or 520.

When Offered
Fall

UGE course
No

K-State 8
Empirical and Quantitative Reasoning

Kansas State University

Course Catalog

CIS 551 - Introduction to Computer and Information Security