Study Guide

Objective

- After completion of this course the students are able to explain the fundamental concepts of cybersecurity, including the importance of cybersecurity, the different types of cyber threats, and the various techniques used to protect against them.
- Students understand the principles of secure network infrastructure and control systems, including the design and implementation of secure networks, firewalls and other security measures.
- Students are familiar with the various standards and frameworks used in automation cybersecurity.
- Students are able to identify potential risks to an organization’s information systems and develop strategies for mitigating those risks.

Content

- Introduction to Cybersecurity
- Cyber Threats
- Secure Network Infrastructure and Control System
- Standards and Frameworks in Automation Cybersecurity
- Risk Assessment and Management
- Privacy-critical data and cybersecurity

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum requirement level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may complete the remaining studies in the degree and finally work in a suitable job position related to this field.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or satisfactory level. The student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. The student is able to apply their knowledge in study and work situations. The student understands the importance of expertise in their field and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in good or excellent level. The student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. The student is well prepared to apply their knowledge study and work situations. The student is are able to analyze the expertise in his/her field and the evolvement of their own expertise.