CSC 4220: Information Security Fundamentals (2026-2027)

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The Information Security Fundamentals course presents an overview of Information Security that includes theory, practice, and technology. Topics covered include security vulnerabilities and controls surrounding operating systems, networks, email, databases, wireless, the cloud, peer-to-peer, and distributed devices. Privacy, access control, cryptography, and ethical hacking are examined in depth. Typically offered: Alternate Years.

Term CRN Credits Instructor(s) Days Time Dates Location Open
Winter 22075 3 TBA Staff
Tu,Th
4:00PM-5:20 PM
01/05-03/08
Otto Miller Hall 245
20 of 20 seats open
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Restrictions: Junior, Senior students only.
Attributes: Upper-Division
Grade Modes: (Default) Normal Grading
Instructional Methods: Traditional
Note: Full Term

Prerequisites:
CSC 3221: C- or better