INFS6840-A Info Technology Governance (Fall 2014)

Course Details

Section will be taught totally online with no scheduled class meetings. Students must arrange for daily access to a computer and the Internet prior to the start of classes. Robert Morris labs are to be used only as a backup in special situations and may not be relied upon for extended periods of time. In addition to the Internet link, online classes have a large emphasis on email. All messages from the instructor and other information regarding online classes, including user ids, passwords, and login instructions will be sent to your Robert Morris University email account. Visit http://rmu.blackboard.com/ for more information.
Session, Dates: 4 (10/18/2014 - 12/13/2014)
Days: ONLINE
Time: -
Location: Internet/Online
Room:
Seats Available: Course Full, Choose another
Credits: 3
The following additional fees apply to this section:   Fully Online Fee : $150.00

Course Description

This course provides a "Defense in Depth" perspective on protecting computer-based information in a modern networked environment. The course covers a wide range of technical issues and topics including the basics of network security; network threats, vulnerabilities and risks; computer crime; encryption; virtual private networks; and emerging network security technologies such as firewalls and intrusion detection. The course also defines the role of all personnel in promoting security awareness.

Prerequisite: INFS6490

Course Materials

About the Instructor(s)

Karen L. Paullet, D.Sc.
Director, Ph.D. Program in Information Systems and Communications
School of Informatics, Humanities and Social Sciences

Professor of Computer and Information Systems
Computer and Information Systems

paullet@rmu.edu
412-397-6051 phone
412-397-6468 fax
Wheatley Center 229
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