Cyber Security in Networks (5 ECTS)

Code: TX00CO65-3010

General information

Timing: 20.10.2025 - 14.12.2025; The implementation has not yet started.

Number of ECTS credits allocated: 5 ECTS

Mode of delivery: On-campus

Unit: School of ICT and Industrial Management

Campus: Karaportti 2

Teaching languages: Finnish

Seats: 0 - 27

Teachers: Erik Pätynen

Course: TX00CO65

Implementation has 8 reservations. Total duration of reservations is 24 h 0 min.

Time	Topic	Location
Wed 22.10.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 29.10.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 05.11.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 12.11.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 19.11.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 26.11.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 03.12.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning
Wed 10.12.2025 time 17:00 - 20:00 (3 h 0 min)	Tietoverkkojen kyberturvallisuus TX00CO65-3010	Distance Learning

Changes to reservations may be possible.

Learning outcomes

After completing this course the learner has knowledge of cyber security threats in data communication networks and can apply countermeasures in the network infrastructure. The learner understands how to deploy intrusion detection and harden communication networks, how to detect denial service and other cyber threats from the internet and apply counter measures.

Content

The course consists of studies about security measures and intrusion detection in data communication networks, methods of cyber-attacks in networks and overall principles of mitigation techniques.

Teaching methods

Lectures
Learning assignments

Location and time

Distance learning in evenings

Assessment methods and criteria

Learning assignments

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.