ITEC 1420 - Introduction to Information Security

Academic Division:

Business, Industry and Technology

Academic Discipline:

Information Technology

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of security challenges and strategies of countermeasure in the information systems environment. Topics include definition of terms, concepts, elements, and goals incorporating industry standards and practices with a focus on confidentiality, availability and integrity aspects of information systems. UG

2 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & when it is met
1. Explain information systems security and its effect on people and businesses.	Weeks 1-2 tests, labs, midterm/final exam, final project.
2. Describe how malicious attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities impact an IT infrastructure.	Weeks 1-4, 15 tests, labs, midterm/final exam, final project.
3. Explain the role of access controls in an IT infrastructure.	Weeks 5-6 tests, labs, midterm/final exam, final project.
4. Explain the role of IT operations, administration, and security policies.	Weeks 4,10,13 tests, labs, midterm/final exam, final project.
5. Explain the importance of security audits, testing, and monitoring in an IT infrastructure.	Weeks 5-9 tests, labs, final exam, final project.
7. Describe the principles of risk management, common response techniques, and issues related to recovery of IT systems.	Weeks 5-12 tests, labs, final exam, final project.
8. Explain how businesses apply cryptography in maintaining information security.	Weeks 10-15 tests, labs, final exam, final project.
9. Describe networking principles and security mechanisms.	Weeks 10-16 tests, labs, final exam, final project.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

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Standard NCSC Course Policies
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