ACIT4050 Applied Computer and Network Security Course description

The aim of this course is to build further on the grounding of principles in the earlier security courses, covering both practical and theoretical aspects of cyber security. The course will give an in-depth insight into societal aspects of computer and network security, practical experience in penetration testing, and insights into relevant mechanisms of cyber defense. Real-life cases of security incidents will be discussed and then analyzed in depth by the students.

All aids enclosed with the exam question paper, printed and written aids, and a handheld calculator that cannot be used for wireless communication or to perform symbolic calculations. If the calculator’s internal memory can store data, the memory must be deleted before the exam. Random checks may be carried out.

The student should have the following outcomes upon completing the course:

Knowledge

Upon successful completion of the course, the student has:

• thorough knowledge of cyber security
• advanced knowledge of mechanisms for cyber defense, and how they are used in practice
• a thorough understanding of societal aspects of cyber security
• a thorough understanding of the relation between security and privacy

Skills

Upon successful completion of the course, the student can:

• describe the main aspects of the relation between security and privacy
• describe central problems related to cyber security governance
• plan and describe the structure of cyber defense for an organization

General com​petence

Upon successful completion of the course, the student:

• understands the role of, and mechanisms that are used in penetration testing
• understands the role of, and mechanisms that are used for cyber defence
• can explain and discuss security challenges related to cyber security to experts and non-experts alike
• can explain and discuss societal aspects of cyber security with experts and non-experts alike.

The course covers supplementary parts of basic mechanics, different methods of dealing with statically indeterminate structures, as well as the functions of different structures. The unit load method and the importance of rigidity are key concepts. The most common structural elements of different load-bearing systems are also discussed. Necessary sections from Norwegian standards NS-EN 1990 and 1991 will be reviewed to form a basis for the design process. The course also covers wind bracing and temperature loads.

No requirements over and above the admission requirements.

After completing the course, the student is expected to have achieved the following learning outcomes defined in terms of knowledge, skills and general competence:

Knowledge

The student:

• has in-depth knowledge of calculation methods for statically indeterminate versus determinate structures
• has broad knowledge of the functions of common structures
• is familiar with the design process and relevant standards
• is familiar with bracing principles
• is familiar with the effect of temperature changes on structures

Skills

The student is capable of:

• performing buckling calculations for simple constructions with axial loads
• applying the unit load method to calculate one and two times statically indeterminate structures and of calculating deformation using the reduction postulate
• analysing frames using the moment distribution method
• analysing different structures using equilibrium considerations
• designing appropriate wind bracing
• determining relevant loads and load combinations in accordance with standards
• calculating the effect of temperature loads on simple structures
• performing simple static calculations using computer program

General competence

The student is capable of:

• planning and carrying out the first design phase for a building, i.e. up until the material specific design (e.g. concrete, steel and wood)
• assessing and analysing various load-bearing systems
• evaluating and verifying the output from computer program

Lectures and supervision of assigned exercises. The course also includes practical exercises in the classroom / computer lab.

The following coursework is compulsory and must be approved before the student can sit the exam:

• 4 of 8 individual calculation exercises
• 1 group assignment in data lab, 5-10 page report
• 1 group assignment in practical lab, 5-10 page report

Individual written exam, 3 hours

The result of the exam can be appealed.

A resit or rescheduled exam may take the form of an oral exam. If oral exams are used for resits or rescheduled exams, the exam results cannot be appealed.