Study Guide

Objective

After completing this course the learner can analyse the local information systems from the attacker’s and defender's point of views. 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 and defensive 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)

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.

Assessment criteria, good (3)

Student has achieved the course objectives well, even though the knowledge and skills need improvement on some areas. Student is able to define the course concepts and models and is able to justify the analysis. Student is able to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student understands the importance of expertise in the field of information and communication technology and is able to analyze his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Student has achieved the objectives of the course with excellent marks. Student masters commendably the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student is able to make justified and fluent analysis and to present concrete development measures. Student is well prepared to apply his/her knowledge in study and work situations. Student is able to analyze expertise in the information and communication technology sector and the development of his/her own expertise.

Assessment criteria, approved/failed

Student has achieved the course objectives. Student will be able to identify, define and use the course subject area’s concepts and models. Student understands the criteria and principles of the expertise development.