module specification

This module is based on Cisco CCNA Security curriculum delivered through Cisco Networking Academy at the University.
This module provides a next step for individuals who want to enhance their CCNA-level skillset and help meet the growing demand for network security professionals. The curriculum provides an introduction to the core security concepts and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices. This module helps prepare students for entry-level security career opportunities and the globally recognized Cisco CCNA Security certification.
This module is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop specialized security skills, along with critical thinking and complex problem solving skills. It offers a blended curriculum with both online and classroom learning. To pass this module with good grades, students are expected to have CCNA-level networking concepts knowledge and skills, along with basic PC and Internet navigation skills. The module aims:
1. To provide a firm understanding of Security Policy design and management.
2. To introduce students to security technologies, products and solutions.
3. To provide students with practical experience of configuring firewalls and router security
4. To discuss VPN implementation using routers and firewalls
5. To introduce concepts of Intrusion Detection
6. To explain the implementation of AAA (Authentication, Authorisation and Accounting)

CT5004 or CT5005 Completed

Overview of Network Security, Basic Router and Switch Security, Router ACLs and CBAC, Router AAA Security, Router Intrusion Detection, Monitoring and Management, Router Site-to-site VPN, Router Remote Access VPN and Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)

LO 1,2,3,4,5,6,7

Module is delivered once a weekly in three hours session. Usually one hour lecture is followed by two hours of laboratory work. This module is based on CCNA Security curriculum. Industry approved up to date learning material is available to students on www.Netacad.com and via WebLearn links. Students keep a logbook and record the summary of their practical work for reflective learning. On-line chapter tests are incorporated for self-paced continuous assessment and reflective learning.

On successful completion of this module students will be able to:
LO1. Explain network security terminology, and security vulnerabilities,
LO2. Understand and evaluate network security policies in a complex network,
LO3. Mitigate various network attacks to insure safety of the network users,
LO4. Configure and monitor a firewall, analyse the output and adapt, develop and implement mitigation techniques,
LO5. Implement various security features such as AAA and IDS using Cisco routers,
LO6. Systematic approach to design, evaluate and troubleshoot a secure network demonstrating professional commitment;
LO7. Work effectively and responsibly in a small team to build a network and apply security features by configuring various security commands, communicate effectively, keep record of technical findings, group discussions and engineering processes for critical reflection and appraisal

Core Text:
Catherine Paquet, (2013), Implementing Cisco IOS network security (IINS): foundation learning guide, ISBN 1587142724, 9781587142727

Websites: www.netacad.com