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CSS441Social Sciences3 Unitsintermediate

Technical/Electronics Aspects Of Security

This course introduces the technical and electronic aspects of security, covering e-security concepts, electronic risks, and security measures in emerging markets. It explores risk management frameworks, policy responses, and the use of hand and powered tools in security. Students will examine electronic banking security, CCTV systems, and the economics of information security. The course aims to equip students with the knowledge to identify, analyze, and address security challenges in a technologically advanced world.

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160h
Study Time
13
Weeks
12h
Per Week
basic
Math Level
Course Keywords
E-securityElectronic RisksCCTVEDI SecurityRisk Management

Course Overview

Everything you need to know about this course

Course Difficulty

Intermediate Level
Builds on foundational knowledge
65%
intermediate
➕
Math Level
Basic Math
📖
Learning Type
Theoretical Focus

Course Topics

Key areas covered in this course

1

E-security

2

Electronic Risks

3

Risk Management

4

Electronic Banking Security

5

CCTV Systems

6

Information Security

Total Topics6 topics

Requirements

Knowledge and skills recommended for success

Basic understanding of computer systems

Familiarity with networking concepts

💡 Don't have all requirements? Don't worry! Many students successfully complete this course with basic preparation and dedication.

Assessment Methods

How your progress will be evaluated (3 methods)

assignments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

tutor-marked assessments

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

final examination

Comprehensive evaluation of course material understanding

Written Assessment

Career Opportunities

Explore the career paths this course opens up for you

Security Analyst

Apply your skills in this growing field

IT Security Consultant

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Network Security Engineer

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Information Security Manager

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Cybersecurity Specialist

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Industry Applications

Real-world sectors where you can apply your knowledge

BankingFinanceGovernmentTelecommunicationsRetail

Study Schedule Beta

A structured 13-week journey through the course content

Week
1

Module 1:

4h

Unit 1: Introduction to E-Security

4 study hours
  • •Define e-security and related concepts.
  • •Identify public policy frameworks for electronic safety.
Week
2

Module 1:

8h

Unit 2: Electronic Risks

4 study hours
  • •Understand and explain electronic risk.
  • •Explain the need to study electronic risk in a globalizing world.
  • •Identify risks associated with electronic transactions.

Unit 3: E-security in Emerging Markets

4 study hours
  • •Identify existing barriers in emerging economies affecting security.
  • •Explore ways to manage these barriers.
  • •Study attributes of selected countries.
Week
3

Module 1:

4h

Unit 4: Risk Management Framework

4 study hours
  • •Explain public interest in assuring e-security.
  • •Understand the need for the right form of regulation.
Week
4

Module 1:

4h

Unit 5: Tradeoffs: Security, Quality of Service, Privacy, Technological Innovation, and Costs

4 study hours
  • •Investigate essentials in security: costs, quality of services, technology innovation, and privacy.
  • •Understand the roles of the private and public sectors in e-security.
Week
5

Module 2:

4h

Unit 1: Policy Response: Overview of the Four Pillars

4 study hours
  • •Examine the four pillars involved in building policy framework and practice of electronic security.
Week
6

Module 2:

8h

Unit 2: Security of Payment Systems

4 study hours
  • •Examine the potential risks associated with e-transactions.

Unit 3: Hand and powered tools in security

4 study hours
  • •Understand security and hazards hand and powered tools can create.
  • •Understand the security and hazards hand and powered tools can create in the work environment.
Week
7

Module 2:

8h

Unit 4: Electronic Document Security

4 study hours
  • •Understand security of electronic documents.
  • •Understand document control.

Unit 5: Electronic Security: Protecting Your Resources

4 study hours
  • •Understand threats to electronic resources.
  • •Learn how WebSpy software can be used to protect your organization.
Week
8

Module 3:

4h

Unit 1: Electronic Voting System

4 study hours
  • •Understand the importance of electronic system of voting.
  • •Examine the relationship between e-voting and free election.
Week
9

Module 3:

4h

Unit 2: Security Analysis of Remote E-Voting

4 study hours
  • •Analyze security considerations for a remote Internet voting system.
  • •Examine the feasibility of remote electronic voting over the existing Internet infrastructure.
Week
10

Module 3:

4h

Unit 3: The Security of Electronic Banking

4 study hours
  • •Examine the motivations and ventures in Electronic Banking.
  • •Address the disastrous ventures in Electronic Banking with an example.
  • •Look into the concerns about Electronic Banking from various perspectives as well as germane security issues and attacks.
Week
11

Module 3:

8h

Unit 4: Security Solutions To Electronic Banking

4 study hours
  • •Examine solutions on how best to tackle the numerous problems hindering electronic banking system worldwide.

Unit 5: Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Messaging Security

4 study hours
  • •Understand security and the Open-EDI requirements.
Week
12

Module 4:

4h

Unit 1: Converting an Analog CCTV System to IP-Surveillance

4 study hours
  • •Understand how to convert an Analog CCTV System to IP-Surveillance.
Week
13

Module 4:

4h

Unit 2: Closed Circuit Television and the Role of Security Operatives in Surveillance and Intelligence Gathering

4 study hours
  • •Understand the roles of security operatives in surveillance and intelligence gathering.

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Study Tips & Exam Preparation

Expert tips to help you succeed in this course

1

Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 e-security concepts

2

Practice risk assessment scenarios from Units 3-5 weekly

3

Review key legislation and regulatory frameworks from Module 2

4

Focus on practical applications of CCTV and surveillance from Module 4

5

Study past exam papers and TMA questions

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