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2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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CIS 551 - Introduction to Computer and Information Security


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 cyber space.

Credits: (3)

Note:
Three hours rec. a week.
Not available for credit to students with credit in CIS 751.

Requisites:
Pr.: CIS 450 or 520. Students may enroll in CIS courses only if they have earned a grade of C or better for each prerequisite to those courses.

When Offered:
Fall



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