Offensive Cyber Security (5 cr)

Objective

After completing this course the learner can analyse the local information systems from the attacker’s point of view. The learner knows how to examine information systems to find potential attack surfaces and knows how to use common tools for gathering information about the target systems

Content

The course consists of theory studies about basic principles of offensive cyber security, anatomy of a cyber-attack and overall principles of cyber-attacks. Course covers also usage of common security evaluation and attack tools.

Evaluation scale

0-5

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1)

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student is able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum required level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may increase his/her knowledge in the given field of technology and finally work in job positions related to this field of technology.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

The student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need to be enhanced 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 the knowledge of the course in study and work situations.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

The student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. The student master 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 the knowledge of the course in the study and work situations.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

The student has achieved the course objectives fairly. The student is able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. The student has completed the required learning exercises in minimum required level. His/her competences have developed in a way that he/she may increase his/her knowledge in the given field of technology and finally work in job positions related to this field of technology.