Information Systems Security

This unit is designed to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of a range of information system security components, principles and policies, strategies. Information security philosophies are discussed along with methods, models, techniques and controls, including risk analysis, qualitative and quantitative matrices, and access controls: such as passwords, smart cards, and security auditing. Information security is especially considered in the area of Internet security management and policy; and from the standpoint of ethical and legal issues, as well as computer crime. Information security current issues and future trends will also be discussed.