Introduction to Computer Security (CSTP 2106)

In this course students will learn the fundamentals of computer security. Students learn the principles of computer and information security in general, and become familiar with the fundamentals of designing a secure system both from a hardware and software point of view.

Students will become familiar with security policies, the principles of cryptography, the basics of authentication, data protection concepts, how access control systems work, and software security. In general, learners will become familiar with the principles, practices, and analysis of developing secure software systems. Additionally, students will learn to recognize several areas of security attacks, examine current security measures and evaluate techniques to enhance existing measures.

Course code: CSTP 2106

Credits: 3.0

Tuition: $0^*

Length: 60 hours

Course outline: https://www.vcc.ca/cfm-files/course-outline.cfm?subject=CSTP&number=2106

Prerequisites

CSTP 1104 Computer Systems Administration
CSTP 1202 Introduction to Data Communication and Networking

Schedule†

CSTP 2106 schedule for programs:

CSTP

Course dates and times may vary throughout the term. Select the CRN number below to see a full schedule.

CRN #	Instructor	Dates	Day/Time	Instructor
73489		September 9, 2020 to December 16, 2020	Wed \| 5:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m
73489 Online Delivery			Tue \| 5:30 p.m - 9:30 p.m

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1	2020-07-01 17:30:00.0	Wed	16-Dec-2020	2020-07-01 21:30:00.0	[empty string]	73489	16	202070	N	0	CSTP211	1730	ONLINE	2020-12-16 00:00:00.0	2129	[empty string]	B	2020-09-09 00:00:00.0	09-Sep-2020	Lab
2	2020-07-01 17:30:00.0	Tue	15-Sep-2020	2020-07-01 21:30:00.0	[empty string]	73489	16	202070	N	0	CSTP211	1730	ONLINE	2020-09-15 00:00:00.0	2129	[empty string]	B	2020-09-15 00:00:00.0	15-Sep-2020	Lab

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Introduction to Computer Security (CSTP 2106)

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Schedule†

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