module specification

This module is based on Cisco Network 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 introduces 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 Security related certification.

This module is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop specialised security skills, along with critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. It offers a blended curriculum with both online and classroom learning. In addition, this module provides practical, relevant and skills aligned closely with the specific tasks expected of security professionals through various features including rich multimedia content, including interactive activities, videos, games, and quizzes, addresses a variety of learning styles and help stimulate learning and increase knowledge retention. The virtual environments simulate real-world cybersecurity threat scenarios and create opportunities for ethical hacking, security monitoring, analysis and resolution and hands-on labs help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. The innovative assessments provide immediate feedback to support the evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills. Technical concepts are explained using language that works well for learners at all levels and embedded interactive activities break up reading of the content and help reinforce understanding.

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 discuss how to secure and manage the Local Area Networks (LANs).
2. To discuss VPN implementation using routers and firewalls.
3. To explain the implementation of AAA (Authentication, Authorisation and Accounting)
4. To explain how the cisco adaptive Security Appliances can be implemented in the network.

Both CT4004 and CT5008 completed

• Securing the Local Area Networks (LANs)
• Cryptographic Services
• Public Key Cryptography
• IPsec VPNs
• Cisco Adaptive Security Appliance (ASA)
• Testing and evaluating a Secure Network.

Module is delivered once a week in a three hours session. 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. Understand various network vulnerabilities and how to secure and manage the Local Area Networks (LANs).

LO2. Implement Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).

LO3. Implement the Cisco Adaptive Security Appliances.

LO4. Understand the Cryptographic Systems.

LO5. Apply systematic approach to design, evaluate and troubleshoot a secure network.

The module is assessed by formative and summative assessments as detailed below:

Summative Assessment: End of Chapter Tests, (LO1 to LO3)

Students are assessed through closed Book On-line Multiple-Choice Multiple Answers end of chapter tests.

Optional Formative Assessment: Final Theory Examination, (LO1 to LO3)

This exam is to assess the theory aspect of the subjects that students learnt during the spring semester (Only for those students who completed Network Security Part 1 and 2).

Summative Assessment: Final Practical Exam, (LO1 to LO3)

The purpose of this practical exam is to assess students on the networking security concepts. Students are expected to configure networking security commands, configure Firewall and IDS and perform basic troubleshooting. The mark with detailed feedback will be returned to all students upon completion of the exam.

There are one formative assessment and 2 summative assessments. The formative assessments are multiple choice and single or multiple answers including final theory. Summative assessment is the end of chapter tests, and practical exams. All assessments are specially designed to provide an opportunity to monitor student’s progress in the modules as well as providing comprehensive feedback at the end of each test/exam. The performances of the individual students are automatically compiled and available to the instructor to evaluate student’s performance in the module.

Comprehensive feedback is also given to every student after formative and summative assessments by the instructors.

In order for a student to successfully complete the module summative assessments must be passed on aggregate.

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Core Text:

All course material for Network Security is available on-line for registered students on http://www.netacad.com with usernames and password

Other Texts:

Implementing Cisco IOS network security (IINS): foundation learning guide,

By Paquet, Catherine-2013, ISBN 1587142724, 9781587142727

Website:

University Library website: https://student.londonmet.ac.uk/library/

Subject guides and research support: https://student.londonmet.ac.uk/library/subject

National Cyber Security Centre: https://www.cyberessentials.ncsc.gov.uk/

Cisco Networking Academy: https://www.netacad.com/

Electronic Databases:

IEEE Xplore / IET Digital Library (IEL):

https://ieeexplore.ieee.org/Xplore/home.jsp

Wiley Online Library:

https://0-www-onlinelibrary-wiley-com.emu.londonmet.ac.uk/

Social Media Sources

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/

Other

Lynda: http://www.lynda.com/