IT&C 567
Cybersecurity and Penetration Testing
Electrical and Computer Engineering
Ira A. Fulton College of Engineering
Course Description
Advanced computer systems security. Vulnerabilities and exploits. System and network attacks. Ethical hacking and penetration testing. Cyber security, cyber weapons, and advanced persistent threats. Legal and regulatory requirements for security and privacy.
When Taught
Fall and Winter
Grade Rule
Grade Rule 8: A, B, C, D, E, I (Standard grade rule)
Min
3
Fixed
3
Fixed
2
Fixed
3
No Prerequisites
Title
Conduct Penetration Test
Learning Outcome
Plan and scope a cybersecurity penetration testing engagement.
Title
Legal requirements
Learning Outcome
Apply legal and compliance requirements to cybersecurity audits, implementations, and situations.
Title
Tools and techniques
Learning Outcome
Use appropriate tools and techniques to perform and analyze scans and tests.
Title
Communicate results and remediation
Learning Outcome
Effectively communicate results and propose remediation techniques.
