Network Security

The Network Security module (COMP10014) introduces the student to the fundamental concepts related to Network Security.

The following network security concepts are analyzed in detail:

• security in ethernet network infrastructures
• firewalling
• proxies
• network encapsulation
• network authentication
• network authorization

The module covers concepts related to symmetric and asymmetric cryptography, PKI protocols, key exchange and digital signature.  Typical vulnerabilities are studied from the hackers’ point of view and then from the Administrators perspective so that these vulnerabilities can be either stopped or prevented.

The module is complemented with labs where the concepts explained in lectures can be put in practices in order to get deeper understanding on the fundamentals of how security in IP networks is implemented. 

On successful completion of this module the student will be able to:

• Demonstrate a critical understanding of security concepts
• Demonstrate detailed knowledge of Network Security Techniques and Technologies
• Evaluate the security threats to specific network
• Configure security measures to meet a given policy

This is an SCQF Level 10 module and upon successful completion, participants will be awarded 20 credits.

 

Pre-Masters Cyber Security pathway

This module is part of our 120-credit pre-Masters Cyber Security pathway.  For those who do not currently meet the entry requirements for the MSc Cyber Security but do possess an ordinary degree (in any subject) from the UK, completion of this pathway provides an alternative route to entry.  Additionally, this pathway – and the individual modules within it – provides an opportunity to upskill and reskill for those aspiring to develop a career within Cyber Security. 

The six modules within the pathway can be undertaken as follows:

Option 1: 

Year 1		Year 2		Year 3
Trimester 1	Trimester 2	Trimester 1	Trimester 2	Trimester 1	Trimester 2
Linux: Tools and Administration	Security Fundamentals	Digital Forensic Analysis	CCNA: CyberOps	Network Security	Web Application Security Testing

 

Option 2:

Year 1		Year 2
Trimester 1	Trimester 2	Trimester 1	Trimester 2
Linux: Tools and Administration	Security Fundamentals	Network Security	CCNA: CyberOps
Digital Forensic Analysis			Web Application Security Testing

 

Delivery

The Network Security module will be delivered at Paisley and Lanarkshire campuses and by Distance Learning, times to be confirmed.

 

Course presenter

This module will be delivered by Professor Jose Alcaraz Calero.

 

Funding

This course may be available on a fully funded basis to some delegates.  Further details, including regarding eligibility, are available under Funding Support.

If you have any questions, please contact us at cpd@uws.ac.uk. 

 

NOTE: This is a university module and upon approval of your application, you will be invited to register and then supported to complete enrolment. To enrol on the university system, the first step involves security set-up using the Microsoft Authenticator app; you will need to ensure that you have a compatible smartphone.

Further information is available at the Student Information Portal.

To access this module via the CPD route, individuals should be ordinarily resident in Scotland.  If you do not meet this criteria, please enquire here.