Cyber SecurityLaajuus (5 cr)
Code: TT00CD86
Credits
5 op
Teaching language
- Finnish
- English
Responsible person
- Jarmo Viinikanoja
- Jarmo Nevala
Objective
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Qualifications
Linux basics
Data networks
Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Assessment criteria, good (3)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Assessment criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Erno Vienonen
Groups
-
TIC24S2Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 36 h
- independent study 32 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course assessment methods will be presented during the first meeting.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Erno Vienonen
Groups
-
ZJATTV24SMAvoin amk, Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka, Monimuoto
-
TTV24SMTieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
- seminars
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 36 h
- independent study 32 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course has an 80% attendance requirement and attendance is monitored. Absences are agreed upon with the teacher for justified reasons.
For example, cases of illness or the necessary expertise have been otherwise demonstrated.
Part of the implementation is considered online learning (about 2 credits)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Face-to-face, 40 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Erno Vienonen
Groups
-
TTV24S1Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
- seminars
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 35 h
- independent study 30 h
- company visits 3 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course has an 80% attendance requirement and attendance is monitored. Absences are agreed upon with the teacher for justified reasons.
For example, cases of illness or the necessary expertise have been otherwise demonstrated.
Part of the implementation is considered online learning (about 2 credits)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Mode of delivery
Face-to-face
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Jarmo Nevala
- Heikki Järvinen
Groups
-
TIC24S1Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
-
ZJATIC24S1Avoin amk,ICT, Information and Communication Technology, Päivä
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 36 h
- independent study 32 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course assessment methods will be presented during the first meeting.
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Face-to-face, 40 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Jarmo Nevala
Groups
-
ZJATTV24S2Avoin amk, Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka, Päivä
-
TTV24S2Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
- seminars
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 35 h
- independent study 30 h
- company visits 3 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course has an 80% attendance requirement and attendance is monitored. Absences are agreed upon with the teacher for justified reasons.
For example, cases of illness or the necessary expertise have been otherwise demonstrated.
Part of the implementation is considered online learning (about 2 credits)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Enrollment
18.11.2024 - 09.01.2025
Timing
13.01.2025 - 30.04.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Face-to-face, 40 % Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Campus
Lutakko Campus
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
Teachers
- Jarmo Nevala
Groups
-
TTV24S3Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka (AMK)
-
ZJATTV24S3Avoin amk, Tieto- ja viestintätekniikka, Päivä
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
- seminars
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 35 h
- independent study 30 h
- company visits 3 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course has an 80% attendance requirement and attendance is monitored. Absences are agreed upon with the teacher for justified reasons.
For example, cases of illness or the necessary expertise have been otherwise demonstrated.
Part of the implementation is considered online learning (about 2 credits)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks
Timing
30.08.2024 - 31.07.2025
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
5 op
Mode of delivery
Online learning
Unit
School of Technology
Teaching languages
- Finnish
Seats
0 - 35
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Electrical and Automation Engineering
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Information and Communications Technology
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in Automation and Robotics
Teachers
- Jarmo Nevala
Groups
-
ZJA24STINOAvoin amk, ICT,Nonstop, Verkko
-
ZJA24STIDIAvoin amk, Digiosaaja, Verkko
-
ZJA25KTINOAvoin amk,ICT, Nonstop, Verkko
Objectives
You will master the most central areas related to cyber security: concepts (e.g. confidentiality, integrity and availability), standards and legislation (e.g. data protection, protection levels). You understand how these are applicable in personal, social and organizational cyber security. You will get to know technical methods that can be used to protect systems, detect flaws and ensure data integrity, for example. You know the security mechanisms used in data transfer in relation to reliability and availability, as well as the operating principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities.
EUR-ACE Knowledge and understanding
You know the basic principles of cyber security and information security. You understand the importance of these in personal, social and organizational cyber security and how to protect yourself, detect flaws and ensure data integrity
EUR-ACE Engineering practice
You can analyze threats related to cyber security by applying practice and theory and identifying these
Content
In this course, you will learn the key concepts, standards and legislation of cybersecurity and how to apply them to personal, societal and organisational cybersecurity. You will learn technical methods to protect systems, detect vulnerabilities and ensure data integrity. You will learn about the security mechanisms used in data transmission, the principles and effects of malware and vulnerabilities. This course will equip you to analyse and manage cyber security threats effectively.
Introduction to Cyber Security
Social cyber security
Legislation, data protection
Personal cyber security
Risk management
Malware, threats and vulnerabilities
Organizational cyber security
Learning materials and recommended literature
Materials in the e-learning environment.
Teaching methods
- lectures
- independent study
- distance learning
- webinars
- small group learning
- exercises
- learning tasks
- seminars
Practical training and working life connections
- visiting lecturers
- projects
Exam dates and retake possibilities
The possible date and method of the exam will be announced in the course opening.
Alternative completion methods
The admission procedures are described in the degree rule and the study guide. The teacher of the course will give you more information on possible specific course practices.
Student workload
One credit (1 Cr) corresponds to an average of 27 hours of work.
- lectures 52 h
- exercises 15 h
- assignment 35 h
- independent study 30 h
- company visits 3 h
Total 135 h
Further information for students
The course has an 80% attendance requirement and attendance is monitored. Absences are agreed upon with the teacher for justified reasons.
For example, cases of illness or the necessary expertise have been otherwise demonstrated.
Part of the implementation is considered online learning (about 2 credits)
Evaluation scale
0-5
Evaluation criteria, satisfactory (1-2)
Sufficient (1)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools with assistance.
Satisfactory (2)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in a controlled manner.
Evaluation criteria, good (3-4)
Good (3)
The student knows and understands the basic concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools.
Very good (4)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory in a versatile way. The student knows how to use cyber security tools in an advanced manner.
Evaluation criteria, excellent (5)
Excellent (5)
The student knows and understands the concepts of cyber security and the related theory excellently. The student knows how to use and select suitable cyber security tools in an advanced manner, and is able to use new tools independently.
Prerequisites
Linux basics
Data networks