Networks and Cybersecurity Frameworks
Overview
Networks for the transportation of information are age old and the current and future integrity of these systems require specialist knowledge and expertise, from the physical constructs to the frameworks that underlie the transport and security protocols. Management of networks and cybersecurity frameworks are fundamental to the protection of identity and data. This unit introduces students to the foundations of cryptography, network fundamentals and security tools. Students will learn to understand the concepts of layered security and how security protocols at different layers protect different aspects of systems and networks. This unit explores different cybersecurity threats to the network and how to address them. Students will also examine a broad range of attack vectors that are used in the infiltration of cyber networks.
Requisites
09-February-2025
05-October-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Develop and implement strategies relating to network security issues and threat mitigation
- Integrate different security measures and access controls to provide enhanced levels of security
- Communicate and disseminate business wide policy in relation to network security with a focus on cybersecurity frameworks
- Evaluate and recommend appropriate solutions to emerging network security issues
- Analyse a variety of network auditing and forensic tools used to explore or prevent network security incidents
Teaching methods
Swinburne Online
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Online Directed Online Learning and Independent Learning | 12.50 | 12 weeks | 150 |
| TOTAL | 150 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Assignment | Individual | 20 - 30% | 2,3,4 |
| Project | Individual | 40 - 50% | 1,2,5 |
| Technical Plan | Individual | 20 - 30% | 1,2,3,4 |
Content
- Network topologies, concepts and protocols (eg specificallyTCP/IP)
- Overview of attack vectors at different layers of the network
- Overview of network security tools andsoftware
- Practical understanding of how actors into networks; sniffing tools, breakingencryption
- Authentication and authorization mechanisms and standards and public keyinfrastructure
- Cryptographic concepts
- Layered security approaches
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Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.