Internet Infrastructure and Security (5 cr)
Code: R0385-3002
General information
Enrollment
13.05.2019 - 29.08.2019
Timing
04.09.2019 - 31.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual proportion
2 op
Mode of delivery
60 % Contact teaching, 40 % Distance learning
Campus
Laurea Leppävaara
Teaching languages
- English
Degree programmes
- Complementary competence, bachelor's studies in English (CCN2), Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Teachers
- Seppo Koponen
- Riku Salmenkylä
- Lassi Virtanen
Teacher in charge
Seppo Koponen
Groups
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CCN219SYComplementary competence (bachelor’s studies), S19, Information and Communication Technologies (ICT)
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- describe the operations and protocols in global IP networks
- calculate IP subnets and supernets
- describe security vulnerabilities in IP network infrastructure
- compare and contrast IPv6 to IPv4
- describe the functional concepts and security risks in wireless networking
Teaching methods
The study unit is based on weekly meetings and weekly work at Optima for a period of 6 weeks. At the end there is an exam in Optima. It is highly recommended that the student has finished either "R0242 Tietoverkot ja tietoturva" or "R0280 Data networks and security" (or "Tietoverkkoarkkitehtuuri/Network architecture" in the previous curriculum) to be able to work efficiently in this study unit. At the minimum, the student must have prior basic understanding of IP protocols and the structure and operation of internet.
Learning materials and recommended literature
Wu Chwan-Hwa. Irwin J. (2013). Introduction to Computer Networks and Cybersecurity.CRC Press. Boca Raton, FL.
The book is also available as an e-book at Laurea library
Other reading material and/or on-line sources may be announced in each theme.
Further information for students
The first meeting is obligatory. The normal course requires attendance in at least 4/6 of the weekly meetings. Other opportunities may be discussed with lecturers.
Grading scale
H-5