Information is a critical asset that should be carried in secure network architectures. The main objective of this course is to provide knowledge of network security so that students will be able to implement a secure network architecture using different security protocols and Technologies. It will cover the topics of network architectures, hacking, attack methodologies, firewalls, IDS, VPNs, cryptography, security design principles, wireless networking, cloud security, Internet of Things (IoT) security.
Course Content
This course contains; Computer Network Security Fundamentals,Cryptography,User Authentication,Transport Level Security,Wireless Network Security,Electronic Mail Security, IP security,Midterm Overview,Network Endpoint Security, Firewalls,Advanced web security and malware analysis,Large-scale attacks and impacts,Penetration testing and security assessments,Advanced network monitoring and threat analysis,Bitcoins, crypto-currencies, big data and security,Cloud and Internet of Things (IOT) Security.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Show a systematic understanding of digital networks and their operation, including the OSI 7 layer architecture and the TCP/IP protocol stack.
2
E
3.Identify attack models and analyze vulnerabilities in protocols, network systems, and applications.
16, 2
D, F
2. Understand and discuss key hacking techniques, security threats and risks faced in computer networks.
16, 2
D, F
4. Recognize the issues involved with providing secure networks including underlying cryptography required for secure communications, authorization, and authorization.
12, 14, 21, 6, 9
A
5. Design secure network architectures, identify network security management best practices and strategies.
A, E, F
Teaching Methods:
12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Computer Network Security Fundamentals
2
Cryptography
3
User Authentication
4
Transport Level Security
5
Wireless Network Security
6
Electronic Mail Security, IP security
7
Midterm Overview
8
Network Endpoint Security, Firewalls
9
Advanced web security and malware analysis
10
Large-scale attacks and impacts
11
Penetration testing and security assessments
12
Advanced network monitoring and threat analysis
13
Bitcoins, crypto-currencies, big data and security
14
Cloud and Internet of Things (IOT) Security
Resources
- Cryptography and Network Security8th edition, Principles and Practice, Pearson, William Stallings, 2020.
- Matt Bishop, Introduction to Computer Security, Addison-Wesley, 2004.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications.
X
2
Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas.
X
3
Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field.
X
4
Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field.
X
5
Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals.
X
6
Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements.
7
Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process.
X
8
Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level.
X
9
Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field.
X
10
Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values.
X
Assessment Methods
Contribution Level
Absolute Evaluation
Rate of Midterm Exam to Success
50
Rate of Final Exam to Success
50
Total
100
ECTS / Workload Table
Activities
Number of
Duration(Hour)
Total Workload(Hour)
Course Hours
14
3
42
Guided Problem Solving
0
0
0
Resolution of Homework Problems and Submission as a Report
10
2
20
Term Project
0
0
0
Presentation of Project / Seminar
8
10
80
Quiz
6
3
18
Midterm Exam
1
30
30
General Exam
1
50
50
Performance Task, Maintenance Plan
0
0
0
Total Workload(Hour)
240
Dersin AKTS Kredisi = Toplam İş Yükü (Saat)/30*=(240/30)
8
ECTS of the course: 30 hours of work is counted as 1 ECTS credit.
Detail Informations of the Course
Course Description
Course
Code
Semester
T+P (Hour)
Credit
ECTS
NETWORK SECURITY
COED1114309
Fall Semester
3+0
3
8
Course Program
Prerequisites Courses
Recommended Elective Courses
Language of Course
English
Course Level
Third Cycle (Doctorate Degree)
Course Type
Elective
Course Coordinator
Prof.Dr. Selim AKYOKUŞ
Name of Lecturer(s)
Prof.Dr. Selim AKYOKUŞ, Malik GEYLANİ
Assistant(s)
Aim
Information is a critical asset that should be carried in secure network architectures. The main objective of this course is to provide knowledge of network security so that students will be able to implement a secure network architecture using different security protocols and Technologies. It will cover the topics of network architectures, hacking, attack methodologies, firewalls, IDS, VPNs, cryptography, security design principles, wireless networking, cloud security, Internet of Things (IoT) security.
Course Content
This course contains; Computer Network Security Fundamentals,Cryptography,User Authentication,Transport Level Security,Wireless Network Security,Electronic Mail Security, IP security,Midterm Overview,Network Endpoint Security, Firewalls,Advanced web security and malware analysis,Large-scale attacks and impacts,Penetration testing and security assessments,Advanced network monitoring and threat analysis,Bitcoins, crypto-currencies, big data and security,Cloud and Internet of Things (IOT) Security.
Course Learning Outcomes
Teaching Methods
Assessment Methods
1. Show a systematic understanding of digital networks and their operation, including the OSI 7 layer architecture and the TCP/IP protocol stack.
2
E
3.Identify attack models and analyze vulnerabilities in protocols, network systems, and applications.
16, 2
D, F
2. Understand and discuss key hacking techniques, security threats and risks faced in computer networks.
16, 2
D, F
4. Recognize the issues involved with providing secure networks including underlying cryptography required for secure communications, authorization, and authorization.
12, 14, 21, 6, 9
A
5. Design secure network architectures, identify network security management best practices and strategies.
A, E, F
Teaching Methods:
12: Problem Solving Method, 14: Self Study Method, 16: Question - Answer Technique, 2: Project Based Learning Model, 21: Simulation Technique, 6: Experiential Learning, 9: Lecture Method
Assessment Methods:
A: Traditional Written Exam, D: Oral Exam, E: Homework, F: Project Task
Course Outline
Order
Subjects
Preliminary Work
1
Computer Network Security Fundamentals
2
Cryptography
3
User Authentication
4
Transport Level Security
5
Wireless Network Security
6
Electronic Mail Security, IP security
7
Midterm Overview
8
Network Endpoint Security, Firewalls
9
Advanced web security and malware analysis
10
Large-scale attacks and impacts
11
Penetration testing and security assessments
12
Advanced network monitoring and threat analysis
13
Bitcoins, crypto-currencies, big data and security
14
Cloud and Internet of Things (IOT) Security
Resources
- Cryptography and Network Security8th edition, Principles and Practice, Pearson, William Stallings, 2020.
- Matt Bishop, Introduction to Computer Security, Addison-Wesley, 2004.
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
Course Contribution to Program Qualifications
No
Program Qualification
Contribution Level
1
2
3
4
5
1
Develop and deepen the current and advanced knowledge in the field with original thought and/or research and come up with innovative definitions based on Master's degree qualifications.
X
2
Conceive the interdisciplinary interaction which the field is related with ; come up with original solutions by using knowledge requiring proficiency on analysis, synthesis and assessment of new and complex ideas.
X
3
Evaluate and use new information within the field in a systematic approach and gain advanced level skills in the use of research methods in the field.
X
4
Develop an innovative knowledge, method, design and/or practice or adapt an already known knowledge, method, design and/or practice to another field.
X
5
Broaden the borders of the knowledge in the field by producing or interpreting an original work or publishing at least one scientific paper in the field in national and/or international refereed journals.
X
6
Contribute to the transition of the community to an information society and its sustainability process by introducing scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements.
7
Independently perceive, design, apply, finalize and conduct a novel research process.
X
8
Ability to communicate and discuss orally, in written and visually with peers by using a foreign language at least at a level of European Language Portfolio C1 General Level.
X
9
Critical analysis, synthesis and evaluation of new and complex ideas in the field.
X
10
Recognizes the scientific, technological, social or cultural improvements of the field and contribute to the solution finding process regarding social, scientific, cultural and ethical problems in the field and support the development of these values.
