CIS 281 - Computer Security

Institution:

Columbia State Community College

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Description:

This course covers the theory and practice of computer security. Security in operating systems, networks, and data systems will be covered, with an emphasis on data protection. Cryptographic techniques and tools are surveyed and applied to security problems, including shared key, public key, key exchange, and digital signature (RSA, DSS, etc.). An organizational or process view of security is applied throughout the course, separating policy from organizational procedure. From this course, students can expect to gain an understanding of applying basic computer security theory to common problems found in the business world today. (Prerequisites: CIS 175 and (CIS 170 or MATH 1130 or higher level math).

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.columbiastate.edu

Phone Number:

(931) 540-2722

Regional Accreditation:

Southern Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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