Network Security Studies and the Red Hat Academy

Tidewater Community College - Spring 2009

For information, contact Robert Guess rguess@tcc.edu 757-822-5022

 

 

ITN260 Network Security Basics – Face-to-Face Course #25429 Section #N01C Wednesdays 6-9:30pm - Online Course#25435 Section# O02C - This course lays the foundation for further study in the network security program. Content domains include cryptography, communications security, infrastructure security, operating system security, wireless security, intrusion detection, malicious software, common attacks, and countermeasures.

 

ITN261 Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking Tuesdays 6-9:30pm Course #39887 Section N01C - In ITN 261, students learn the latest vulnerability assessment strategies to fix security issues before the attackers have a chance. From port scan to buffer overflow, hands-on labs teach students effective computer/network attack and defense techniques.

 

ITN 275 Incident Response and Computer Forensics – Course # 25455 Section # N01C - Thursdays 6:00 pm – 9:30pm. In this intense hands-on course, students investigate live scenarios involving computer intrusion events, unacceptable use, and economic espionage. This course is team taught by a TCC faculty member and one of only 13 master forensic examiners in the FBI.

 

Red Hat Academy

Linux Training and Education

Register Now for Spring 2009!

 

 

 

Demand for certified Linux professionals is surging in our local area. To meet this demand, Tidewater Community College and Red Hat have teamed up to offer the Red Hat Academy. The RHA offers performance-based training for Linux and open source technology. Through the Red Hat Academy, TCC provides Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) and Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE) Training and Certification on site. For further information about the academy, please email rguess@tcc.edu or rking@tcc.edu.

 

ITN 171 Unix I - Online 4 credits - Course #39883 Section O01C Provides an introduction to UNIX and UNIX-like operating systems. Teaches login procedures, file creation, UNIX file structure, input/output control, the UNIX shells, and shell scripting.

 

ITN 170 Linux System Administration - Course #25431 Section N01C Monday Evenings 6:00pm – 9:30pm 4Cr Focuses on the installation, configuration and administration of the Linux operating system. Emphasis is placed upon use of Linux as a network client and workstation. Leads to Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) Certification. Prerequisite: ITN 171

 

ITN 270 Advanced Linux Network Administration – Course #25437 Section N01C – Wednesday Evenings 6:00pm – 9:30pm 4Cr. Focuses on the configuration and administration of the Linux operating system as a network server. Emphasis is placed upon the configuration of common network services and security. Leads to Red Hat Certified Engineer Certification. Prerequisite: ITN170

 

 

 

TCC Network Security Program

 

Program Contact rguess@tcc.edu

 

ITN 260 Network Security Basics Network Security Basics lays the foundation for further study in the network security program. Content domains include cryptography, public-key infrastructure, communications security, infrastructure security, operating system security, wireless security, intrusion detection, perimeter security, malicious software, common attacks and countermeasures. (4 CR). Prerequisite: Substantial networking background or ITN 101. Lecture and Lab 4 hours per week.

 

ITN 261 Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking (4 CR) Provides an in-depth exploration of various methods for attacking and defending a network. Explores network security concepts from the point of view of hackers and their attack methodologies. Discusses hackers, attacks, malicious code, computer crime and industrial espionage. Prerequisite: ITN260 or instructor permission. Lecture and Lab 4 hours per week.

 

ITN 262 Network Communication, Security and Authentication (4 CR) Students learn how to analyze network traffic to reveal malicious attacks, configure intrusion detection systems and write signatures to detect and react to the latest threats. Provides an in-depth exploration of various communication protocols with a concentration on TCP/IP. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or instructor permission.  Lecture and Lab 4 hours per week.

 

ITN 263 Internet/Intranet Firewalls and E-commerce Security (4 CR) Provides an in-depth exploration of firewalls, virtual private networks and proxy servers. Explores firewall concepts, types, topology and the firewall's relationship to the TCP/IP protocol. Students configure firewalls in a scenario driven by real-world needs. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or instructor permission.  Lecture and Lab 4 hours per week.

 

ITN 266 Network Security Layers (4 CR) Provides an in-depth exploration of the layers of security needed to protect the organizations. Emphasis is on the Nation Security Agency model of Defense in Depth. The OCTAVE security methodology is introduced and students use case studies to apply the knowledge gained to real-world business environments. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or instructor permission.  Lecture and Lab 4 hours per week.

 

ITN 267 Legal Topics in Network Security (Cyberlaw) (3 CR) Provides an in-depth exploration of the civil and common law issues that apply to network security. Explores statutes, jurisdictional and constitutional issues related to computer crime and privacy. Discusses intellectual property and privacy rights in the digital age. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or Instructor permission. Lecture 3 hours per week.

 

ITN 275 Incident Response and Computer Forensics (4 CR) This course focuses upon the collection, identification, documentation, preservation and interpretation of computer resident evidence. Data collection and analysis will be presented in the contexts of root cause analysis and crime scene investigation.  The preservation of best evidence using non-destructive methods, rules of evidence, maintenance of integrity and presentation in legal proceedings will be discussed. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or Instructor permission. Lecture and Lab 4 hour per week.

 

ITN 293 Advanced Case Studies in Computer Forensics (4cr) provides advanced instruction on the detection and reaction to security incidents. Investigation procedures shall conform to Department of Justice guidelines and industry best practices. Using virtual case studies, students analyze computer/network intrusions, malicious software, intellectual property theft, and conspiracy cases.

 

ITN 220 Wireless Network Security (4Cr) In ITN 220 Wireless Network Security, students learn how to conduct site assessments and audits to verify correct and secure wireless network operation. Students also install and configure wireless network security monitoring tools and systems to verify continued correct and secure wireless network operation. Prerequisite: ITN 260 or Instructor permission. Lecture and Lab 4 hour per week.