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Honours |
Year module |
NQF level: 8 |
Credits: 12 |
Module presented in English |
Module presented online |
Purpose: Security, as a core requirement when creating systems and software, introduce the fundamentals of computer security and cryptography, both the technical and managerial issues. The focus is on the theoretical principles of Identification and Authentication, Authorisation, Confidentiality, Integrity and Non-repudiation (in line with internationally accepted information security architectures). Security planning and basic risk analysis are included. Students must have access to a suitable computer and access to the Internet to complete the required research and practical work.
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