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CYBER SECURITY AND UTILIZATIONS PROGRAMME COURSE DESCRIPTION

Code Name of the Course Unit Semester In-Class Hours (T+P) Credit ECTS Credit
YZM305 CYBER SECURITY AND UTILIZATIONS 5 3 2 3

GENERAL INFORMATION

Language of Instruction : Turkish
Level of the Course Unit : BACHELOR'S DEGREE, TYY: + 6.Level, EQF-LLL: 6.Level, QF-EHEA: First Cycle
Type of the Course : Compulsory
Mode of Delivery of the Course Unit -
Coordinator of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. SERKAN GÖNEN
Instructor(s) of the Course Unit Assist.Prof. GÖKÇE KARACAYILMAZ-Assist.Prof. SERKAN GÖNEN
Course Prerequisite No

OBJECTIVES AND CONTENTS

Objectives of the Course Unit: Technological developments have made our lives easier, but they have also brought important threats. This course aims to understand the security vulnerabilities and threats in information systems, the precautions to be taken against cyber attacks, and to create cyber awareness.
Contents of the Course Unit: Introduction, Basic Threats, Vulnerability Analysis, Profile Analysis, Concept of Modus Operandi, Cyber ​​Crime - Cyber ​​Terrorism - Cyber ​​Warfare, Malware and Malware, Virus Scanner Design, and Usage Policies, Network Security, Mobile Security, Social Media and Security, Security concerns, Basic definitions and history of cryptography, Symmetric Cryptosystems, Asymmetric Cryptosystems, Asymmetric Protocols: Electronic and Mobile Signature Systems, Computer Forensics, Principles of Good Security Practices, Turkish Criminal Law: Computer Crimes Section

KEY LEARNING OUTCOMES OF THE COURSE UNIT (On successful completion of this course unit, students/learners will or will be able to)

Understanding cyber security threats.
Ability to use technical approaches to detect and prevent security attacks and security management issues.
Ability to focus on the basic principles of cyber security.

WEEKLY COURSE CONTENTS AND STUDY MATERIALS FOR PRELIMINARY & FURTHER STUDY

Week Preparatory Topics(Subjects) Method
1 - Introduction, Basic Threats, Vulnerability Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
2 - Analysis, Profile Analysis, MO. Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
3 - ISO 27001 Information Security Management System Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
4 - Malware and Malware, Virus Scanner Design and Usage Policies Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
5 - Network security and Mobile security Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
6 - Operating Systems and Critical Infrastructure Security Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
7 - Social Engineering and Cyberbullying, Password Security Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
8 - MID-TERM EXAM -
9 - Security Concerns for IoT Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
10 - Basic definitions and history of cryptography Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
11 - Symmetric and Asymmetric Cryptosystems Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
12 - Asymmetric Protocols: Electronic and Mobile signature systems Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
13 - Pentest Stages and Methods Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
14 - Pentest Stages and Methods Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
15 - Pentest Stages and Methods Lecture, Question-Answer, Problem Solving Method
16 - FINAL EXAM -
17 - FINAL EXAM -

SOURCE MATERIALS & RECOMMENDED READING

ASSESSMENT

Assessment & Grading of In-Term Activities Number of Activities Degree of Contribution (%) Description
Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5

CONTRIBUTION OF THE COURSE UNIT TO THE PROGRAMME LEARNING OUTCOMES

KNOWLEDGE

Theoretical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to identify, analyze, design, model and solve complex engineering problems based on engineering, science and mathematics fundamentals
3

KNOWLEDGE

Factual

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specific needs, taking into account global, cultural, social, environmental and economic factors as well as public health, safety and well-being
3

SKILLS

Cognitive

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders
4

SKILLS

Practical

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering and make informed decisions considering the impact of engineering solutions in their global, economic, environmental and social contexts
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Autonomy & Responsibility

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
The ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering and make informed decisions considering the impact of engineering solutions in their global, economic, environmental and social contexts
5

OCCUPATIONAL

Learning to Learn

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to acquire new knowledge and find ways to apply it when necessary, using appropriate learning strategies
4

OCCUPATIONAL

Communication & Social

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to work effectively in a team where its members lead together, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, set goals, plan tasks, and meet goals
3

OCCUPATIONAL

Occupational and/or Vocational

Programme Learning Outcomes Level of Contribution
0 1 2 3 4 5
1
Ability to design and conduct appropriate experiments, analyze and interpret data, and apply engineering principles to draw conclusions
4

WORKLOAD & ECTS CREDITS OF THE COURSE UNIT

Workload for Learning & Teaching Activities

Type of the Learning Activites Learning Activities (# of week) Duration (hours, h) Workload (h)
Lecture & In-Class Activities 14 3 42
Preliminary & Further Study 14 1 14
Land Surveying 0 0 0
Group Work 0 0 0
Laboratory 0 0 0
Reading 0 0 0
Assignment (Homework) 2 3 6
Project Work 0 0 0
Seminar 0 0 0
Internship 0 0 0
Technical Visit 0 0 0
Web Based Learning 0 0 0
Implementation/Application/Practice 2 2 4
Practice at a workplace 0 0 0
Occupational Activity 0 0 0
Social Activity 0 0 0
Thesis Work 0 0 0
Field Study 0 0 0
Report Writing 0 0 0
Final Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Final Exam 2 2 4
Mid-Term Exam 1 1 1
Preparation for the Mid-Term Exam 1 2 2
Short Exam 2 1 2
Preparation for the Short Exam 0 0 0
TOTAL 39 0 76
Total Workload of the Course Unit 76
Workload (h) / 25.5 3
ECTS Credits allocated for the Course Unit 3,0