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CSS747

Technical/ Electronic 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, data interchange security, and the role of CCTV systems. The course also delves into engineering concepts, information security economics, and relevant legislation, preparing students to analyze and address modern security challenges.

About this course

Difficulty
Intermediate
Study hours
120 hours
Maths
Basic
Content
Theoretical, case study, problem solving
Practical work
Yes
How it is assessed
  • Assignments
  • Tutor marked assignments
  • Final examination

One paragraph, so you can see how it reads

CSS747 · Unit 2: Electronic risk

Beyond the risks of identity theft or extortion, the use of the Internet and a large variety of casino websites along with other forms of quasi payment arrangements over the Internet can be shown to facilitate what amounts to the electronic laundering of money (Mussington, et al. 1998).

What you should be able to do

  1. Explain the meaning of E-Security
  2. Describe the impact of Electronic Risks
  3. Probe into the role E-security in Emerging Markets
  4. Explain various ways of securing electronic through the use of computer based software programmes
  5. The role of CCTV System in Surveillance and security

What it prepares you for

Careers
  • Security Analyst
  • IT Security Officer
  • Surveillance Operator
  • Security Consultant
  • Network Administrator
Where it is applied
  • Banking
  • Government
  • Retail
  • Telecommunications
  • Transportation
Tools
  • Encryption Software
  • Firewalls
  • Intrusion Detection Systems
  • CCTV Systems
  • Network Monitoring Tools

Where it gets hard

The units students slow down on, and what makes each one heavy.

  • Module 3:

    Unit 2: Security Analysis of Remote E-Voting

    Advanced calculus integration techniques require strong mathematical foundation

  • Module 4:

    Unit 3: Requirements Engineering for E-Voting Systems

    Database normalization concepts involve complex logical reasoning

A suggested way through it

Suggested

13 weeks, about 34 hours in total. Yours will differ.

  1. Week 1Module 1: Introduction to E-Security
    • Unit 1: Introduction to E-Security · 2 hours

      Define e-security and related concepts. Identify public policy frameworks to improve electronic safety.

  2. Week 2Module 1: Introduction to E-Security
    • Unit 2: Electronic Risks · 2 hours

      Understand and explain electronic risk. Explain the need to study its implication in a globalising world. Identify various risks associated with electronic transactions.

    • Unit 3: E-security in Emerging Markets · 2 hours

      Existing barriers in emerging economies as they affect security matters. The ways and manner these barriers can be curbed or managed. Some attributes of some selected countries.

  3. Week 3Module 1: Introduction to E-Security
    • Unit 4: Risk Management Framework · 2 hours

      Public interest in assuring e-security. Why the right form of regulation is needed.

  4. Week 4Module 1: Introduction to E-Security
    • Unit 5: Tradeoffs: Security, Quality of Service, Privacy, Technological Innovation, and Costs · 2 hours

      Investigate the various essentials in security, from costs, quality of services, technology innovation and privacy.

  5. Week 5Module 2:
    • Unit 1: Policy Response: Overview of the Four Pillars · 2 hours

      Examine the four pillars involved in the building of policy framework and practice of electronic security.

  6. Week 6Module 2:
    • Unit 2: Security of Payment Systems · 2 hours

      Examine The potential risks associated with e-transactions.

    • Unit 3: Hand and powered tools in security · 2 hours

      Understand the security and hazards hand and powered tools can create in the work environment.

  7. Week 7Module 2:
    • Unit 4: Electronic Document Security · 2 hours

      Provide the reader with a brief overview of relevant document security issues and technologies, as well as to introduce the Adobe suite of document security solutions.

    • Unit 5: Electronic Security: Protecting Your Resources · 2 hours

      Describe some of the threats your organization faces when it provides Internet access to its members.

  8. Week 8Module 3:
    • Unit 1: Electronic Voting System · 2 hours

      Bring to the fore the importance of electronic system of voting in this century. Examine the relationship between e-voting and free election in advanced and developing nations.

  9. Week 9Module 3:
    • Unit 2: Security Analysis of Remote E-Voting · 2 hours

      Analyze security considerations for a remote Internet voting system based on the system architecture of remote Internet voting.

  10. Week 10Module 3:
    • Unit 3: The Security of Electronic Banking · 2 hours

      Discuss 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.

  11. Week 11Module 3:
    • Unit 4: Security Solutions To Electronic Banking · 2 hours

      Examine some solutions on how best to tackle the numerous problems hindering electronic banking system worldwide.

    • Unit 5: Electronic Data Interchange (EDI) Messaging Security · 2 hours

      Looks at a particularly important aspect of EDI — the security of EDI messages.

  12. Week 12Module 4:
    • Unit 1: Converting an Analog CCTV System to IP-Surveillance · 2 hours

      Provide a guide for the end user who is interested in making the transition from a current analog system to a digital one.

  13. Week 13Module 4:
    • Unit 2: Closed Circuit Television and the Role of Security Operatives in Surveillance and Intelligence Gathering · 2 hours

      Identify and define the context of key words: Security operatives, Surveillance, Intelligence gathering, Closed circuit television CCTV and the role of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corp in the application of electronic gadgets.

Preparing for the exam

What to do
  • Create concept maps linking Modules 1-2 e-security concepts
  • Practice analyzing electronic risk scenarios from Units 2-3 weekly
  • Review CCTV surveillance techniques from Module 4 Units 1-2
  • Study EDI messaging security protocols from Module 3 Unit 5
  • Focus on key definitions and frameworks from each unit

Questions students ask about this course

What is CSS747 about?

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, data interchange security, and the role of CCTV systems. The course also delves into engineering concepts, information security economics, and relevant legislation, preparing students to analyze and address modern security challenges.

How many units does CSS747 have?

CSS747, Technical/ Electronic Aspects Of Security, has 17 units across 4 modules, over 158 pages of course material. You can read it one unit at a time.

How many credit units is CSS747?

CSS747 carries 3 credit units, at 700 level in Social Sciences.

Is CSS747 hard?

CSS747 is rated intermediate level, with basic mathematical content. It is mostly theoretical, case study and problem solving work, and it has a practical component.

How long does CSS747 take to study?

About 120 hours of study, spread across its 17 units.

How is CSS747 assessed?

CSS747 is assessed by assignments, tutor marked assignments and final examination.

What can I do with CSS747?

Security Analyst, IT Security Officer, Surveillance Operator, Security Consultant and Network Administrator.

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