Information Technology Security Syllabus for 2014-2015
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Course

ITSY-1342-001 Information Technology Security

Prerequisites

Prerequisites: CPMT 1351

Course Description

Instruction in security for network hardware, software and data, including physical security; backup procedures; relevant tools; encryption; and protection from viruses.

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Hours

(3 sem hrs; 3 lec, 1 lab)

Class Type

On Campus Course

Syllabus Information

Textbooks

Textbook

Will be needed for initial half of class (pre mid-term)

CompTIA Network + Study Guide: Exam N10-005, 2^nd Edition
Authors: Lammle
ISBN: 978-1-118-13755-0
Publisher: Wiley

Will be needed for second half of class (after mid-term):

Elementary Information Security
Authors: Richard E. Smith
ISBN: 9781449648206
Publisher: Jones & Barlett

Supplies

\ Students must have reliable access to a PC (personal computer) and the Internet. Computers are available in the CIS Department at Amarillo College and have reliable access to the Internet. Additionally students will need: Binder, pen, pencil, scrat

Student Performance

End-of-Course Outcomes:  Employ the physical security of network infrastructure components using National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) Guidelines and other best practices; develop backup procedures to provide for data security; use network operating system features to implement network security; identify computer and network threats and vulnerabilities and methods to prevent their effects; use tools to enhance network security; and use encryption techniques to protect network data.

Students Rights and Responsibilities

Student Rights and Responsibilities

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In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .

If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".

Expected Student Behavior

\ It is the policy of the Sciences and Engineering Division and the Electronics Technology Department that food and drink may be allowed in the classroom setting, at the instructor’s discretion, but food and drink are not allowed in labs. Additionally pagers and cell phones must be turned off or in silent mode in the classroom setting and pagers and cell phones must be turned off while in labs.

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\ Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College.

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\ The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or the entire exam of the test in question. Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of "F" in this course and possible further disciplinary action.

Grading Criteria

A >90, B = 80 to 89, C = 70 to 79, D = 60 to 69, F < 60

 

Final Exam  (or Security + Exam)	25%
Midterm Exam  (or Network + Exam)	25%
Homework (Chapter homework)	25%
Notebook & Labs	15%
Participation  & Attendence	10%

 

For Individual Papers

 

Grammar and Adherence to APA Format	25 Points
Clarity and Logic of Presentation	15 Points
Originality of Ideas and Research	25 Points
Depth of Scholarship & Substantive Value	10 Points
Theoretical and Conceptual Framework	10 Points
Use of Literature	15 Points
PLAGARIZED WORKS (Unreasonable amount as disclosed by TurnItIn)	-100 Points

 

The purpose of this course is to prepare students to successfully pass the Network+ and Security + certifications – successfully taking these exams prior to the appropriate exams can be used as a replacement grade for either the midterm (requires the Network + exam) or the final exam (requires the Security + exam).  Passing the exams will be considered sufficient demonstration of course concepts and mastery.

The course content builds upon itself, missing classes will place you behind.  Please inform me if you know in advance that you will be absent – it is up to you as a student to find out what was missed during previous classes.

The opportunity to make-up an exam and/or lab will be determined by the circumstances of each individual, permitted at the discretion of the instructor.

The time and place for make-up test will be determined by the instructor.

Students who miss gradable coursework due to an absence will be given the opportunity to make up the missed work, with the exception of the final exam. The final exam may be taken early, if prior arrangements have been made. It is the responsibility of the student to contact the instructor as soon as possible after return to class to arrange to make up missed coursework. 

INSTRUCTOR'S STATEMENT: As your instructor, I am always willing to discuss your grades with you and explain how your grade was determined. If a grading error has been made on my part, I am always willing to correct the error.  As an instructor, I simply record your activity, please do not come to me near the end of the semester and ask for additional points - simply do the work to the best of your ability and you will do fine in this course.

Attendance

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Calendar

Additional Information

LAST DAY TO WITHDRAW FROM CLASS IS: Nov 18, 2014

Dates to Remember:

 

August 25	Classes Begin
September 1	Labor Day
November 27 -30	Thanksgiving
November 11	Registration Begins For Spring
November 18	Last Day to Withdraw
December 8	Finals Week
December 13	Commencement

 

  

This course requires work outside of class.  The computer labs, located 2^nd floor BYRD, are open:

Mon –Thur:   7:00 am to 10:00 pm
Fri – Sat:         8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Sun:                 2:00 pm to 6:00 pm

The computer labs have lab assistants available to help you.  Additionally, some classes have course work to be completed online -- consult with your instructor.”