System and Network Security (SENG6250) / Course / The University of Newcastle, Australia Study Research Engage Campus Life Our Uni Search Course Handbook System and Network Security (SENG6250) SENG6250System and Network Security Available in 2021 Course code SENG6250 Units 10 units Level 6000 level 2021 Course Timetables Description Availability Learning outcomes Content Requisite Assumed knowledge Assessment items Compulsory requirements Contact hours Course handbook-- Jump to section --DescriptionAvailabilityLearning outcomesContentRequisiteAssumed knowledgeAssessment itemsCompulsory requirementsContact hours Description As organisations and users increasingly rely upon networked applications for assessing information and making critical business decisions, securing distributed applications has become extremely significant. This course provides students with both theoretical knowledge as well as the design of techniques for securing distributed systems and networked applications. Students learn about advanced security models and techniques for secure systems design and apply them to protect information and networked applications. They are also exposed to advanced security concepts and security issues in emerging technologies and how they can be secured using the security services and mechanisms learnt in this course. Availability2021 Course Timetables Callaghan Semester 2 - 2021 Online Semester 2 - 2021 Learning outcomes On successful completion of the course students will be able to: 1. Identify and analyse security requirements in a distributed networked computing environment. 2. Evaluate security threats and develop appropriate security techniques and mechanisms to counteract these threats. 3. Apply security concepts and techniques to design security services and security protocols in networks and distributed systems. 4. Analyse and evaluate the design of authentication and access control security services in distributed systems. 5. Communicate via written and oral presentation the design of security solutions to an expert audience. Content Module 1: Security Basics Introduction to Security Concepts Basic concepts in security Security threats and attacks Cryptographic Techniques Review Symmetric and asymmetric cryptosystems Cryptographic hash functions Digital signatures Key Management and Distribution Symmetric key management Public key management Public key infrastructure Module 2: Authentication and Access Control User Authentication Authentication mechanisms Authentication protocols Access Control Access control models and mechanisms Access control policies Advanced Operating System Security Unix fundamentals Unix security Module 3: Distributed System Security Distributed System Security Distributed computing fundamentals Kerberos authentification system Web service security SAML: secure assertion markup language Security in SOAP OAuth authorisation Module 4: Network and Application Security Network Security Networking fundamentals OSI security architecture Internet protocol security SSL/TLS Wireless network security Mobile IP Application Security Email security SMTP security PGP security Requisite This course has similarities to SENG2250. If you have completed SENG2250 you cannot enrol in this course. Assumed knowledge 1. A basic understanding of the structure and function of operating systems. 2. A basic understanding of computer networks and network protocols. 3. Discrete math (number theory). 4. Programming skills (Java or Python or C++). Assessment items Written Assignment: Assignment 1: Cryptography and Authentication Protocols Written Assignment: Assignment 2: Security Protocols/System Design Written Assignment: Assignment 3: Research on selected security topics Formal Examination: Final Examination * * This assessment has a compulsory requirement. Compulsory Requirements In order to pass this course, each student must complete ALL of the following compulsory requirements: Course Assessment Requirements: Formal Examination: Minimum Grade / Mark Requirement - Students must obtain a specified minimum grade / mark in this assessment item to pass the course. - Students whose overall mark in the course is 50% or more, but who score less than 40% in the compulsory item and thus fail to demonstrate the required proficiency, will be awarded a Criterion Fail grade which will show as FF on their formal transcript. However, students in this position who have scored at least 25% in the compulsory item will be allowed to undertake a supplementary 'capped' assessment in which they can score at most 50% of the possible mark for that item. Contact hours Callaghan and Online Laboratory Face to Face On Campus 2 hour(s) per Week for Full Term Online students will receive equivalent instruction through online or other distance education strategies. Lecture Face to Face On Campus 38 hour(s) per Term Full Term 2 hours per week shared with SENG2250 plus an additional 2 hours every fortnight. Online students will receive equivalent instruction through online or other distance education strategies. Connect with us on social media Disclaimer Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the information on this website. However, changes to courses and programs may occur. The University accepts no responsibility for any information supplied on this web site or any actions taken on the basis of the information. Users are advised to seek confirmation of the information from the relevant area of the University. The University of Newcastle acknowledges the traditional custodians of the lands within our footprint areas: Awabakal, Darkinjung, Biripai, Worimi, Wonnarua, and Eora Nations. We also pay respect to the wisdom of our Elders past and present. 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