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Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: December 3, 2008

Computer Info Sci - Security (CISS)


CISS 300    Introduction to Information Systems Security    1 Unit

Prerequisite: None
Advisory: Some experience and/or coursework in networking.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 18 hours LEC
Description: This course provides an introduction to network-based and Internet-based security applications and standards. Topics include cryptography, security protocols, network security applications, encryption, hash functions, digital signatures, viruses and key exchange.

Schedule: Eight Week - First, Jan 17-Mar 16
TBA          TBA               LEC   L.Parks              CRC MAIN Online     27992
Class number 27992 is an online course.
Please go to Professor Parks' Web site
http://crc.losrios.edu/parksl/
Required attendance for on-campus final:
Final: Saturday, March 14, 2:00 p.m.-3:50 p.m., BS-159
The main goal of the course is to provide students with a comprehensive overview of computer and network security issues including the numerous types of attacks computers are vulnerable to, the types of attacker profiles, and the hardware and software defense solutions available. The course begins with an overview of the subject including security goals, the importance of security, intruder profiles, and defense mechanisms. The topics subsequently covered include security and the individual personal computer in both the home and corporate environments. This includes protecting the single device from the threats of data theft, viruses and spyware, techniques of authentication and security patch management. Next, corporate security is presented including policy issues involving e-mail, Internet access, passwords, Incident Response and Disaster Recovery. Internet Security and Network Security are addressed focusing on the threats to WAN and LAN networks and methods of protecting each type of network. Students will learn to apply these concepts to each particular setting and know how and why they are adapted from one environment to another.
For additional online course information go to http://www.crc.losrios.edu/de


CISS 330    Implementing Internet Security and Firewalls    3 Units

Prerequisite: CISS 310 with a grade of "C" or better.
Course Transferable to CSU
Hours: 48 hours LEC ; 18 hours LAB
Description: With the increased connectivity to the Internet and the wide availability of automated cracking tools, organizations can no longer simply rely on operating system security to protect their valuable corporate data. The firewall has emerged as a primary tool used to prevent unauthorized access. Students will learn how to allow access to key services while maintaining your organization's security, as well as how to implement firewall-to-firewall Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

Schedule: Eight Week - Second, Mar 17-May 14
TBA          TBA               LEC   J.Spisak             CRC MAIN Online     30609
T            06:00PM-08:05PM   LAB   J.Spisak             CRC MAIN BS 153      
Hybrid course
For more information and the orientation, please go to Asst Professor Spisak's Web site
http://crc.losrios.edu/spisakj/

This course is designed for the student who wants to learn the basics of network firewall security. It covers basic installation techniques, discusses how to make an intelligent choice of firewall technology, and presents basic firewall troubleshooting. It contains pedagogical features including chapter review questions, hands-on exercises and case projects that allow students to practice skills as they are learned. In addition, this course maps to the CheckPoint's CCSSA Certification.
For additional online course information go to http://www.crc.losrios.edu/de

Spring 2009 Class Schedule

Updated: December 3, 2008

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