INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (ENGLISH, NONTHESIS)
Master TR-NQF-HE: Level 7 QF-EHEA: Second Cycle EQF-LLL: Level 7

Course Introduction and Application Information

Course Code Course Name Semester Theoretical Practical Credit ECTS
CYS5123 Web Application Security: Hacking and Defence Fall 3 0 3 12
This catalog is for information purposes. Course status is determined by the relevant department at the beginning of semester.

Basic information

Language of instruction: English
Type of course: Departmental Elective
Course Level:
Mode of Delivery: Face to face
Course Coordinator : Assist. Prof. AHMET NACİ ÜNAL
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: Teaching organizational management methods of information security. Discussing data access models. Discussing information security policies.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
Information management. Data access models. Information management legislation. Auditing and certification of information management processes will be though.

Course Content

Introduction of data security principles. Standards defining data security levels. Standards regarding user security levels. Classification of data stored in the information systems. Classification of user access levels from security perspective. Access monitoring, auditing and reporting with respect to defined user and data security levels. Information management strategies and policies. Introducing national and international information management legislation.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Course outline Lecturer notes
2) Information security and access Lecturer notes
3) Confidentiality levels and access levels Lecturer notes
4) Access models Lecturer notes
5) Confidentiality classification methods Lecturer notes
6) Auditing access Lecturer notes
7) Undeniability of access Lecturer notes
8) Information management concept Lecturer notes
9) Information management policies Lecturer notes
10) Information management standards Lecturer notes
11) Certification of information management Lecturer notes
12) National and international information management principles Lecturer notes
13) Daily topics Lecturer notes
14) Daily topics Lecturer notes

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Management of Information Security, 4th Ed., Michael E. Whitman, Herbert J.
Mattord, 2013, Cengage Learning.
Fundamentals Of Information Systems Security, 2nd Ed., David Kim, Michael
G. Solomon, 2013, Jones & Bartlett Learning.
References: Ders notları

Evaluation System

Semester Requirements Number of Activities Level of Contribution
Attendance 10 % 0
Homework Assignments 4 % 10
Presentation 1 % 10
Midterms 1 % 20
Final 1 % 60
Total % 100
PERCENTAGE OF SEMESTER WORK % 40
PERCENTAGE OF FINAL WORK % 60
Total % 100

ECTS / Workload Table

Activities Number of Activities Duration (Hours) Workload
Course Hours 14 3 42
Study Hours Out of Class 14 12 168
Presentations / Seminar 2 3 6
Homework Assignments 4 8 32
Midterms 1 20 20
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 288

Contribution of Learning Outcomes to Programme Outcomes

No Effect 1 Lowest 2 Low 3 Average 4 High 5 Highest
           
Program Outcomes Level of Contribution
1) Follows the scientific literature in the field of Information Technology, critically analyzes it, and effectively utilizes it in solving complex IT problems. 3
2) Designs, plans, implements, and manages original projects related to the field of Information Technology. 3
3) Conducts independent studies in the field of Information Technology, assumes scientific responsibility, and evaluates the findings with a critical perspective. 3
4) Presents the outcomes of research and projects effectively in written, oral, and visual forms, in accordance with academic and professional standards. 3
5) Conducts independent research on specialized topics within the field, develops innovative and original ideas, and translates this knowledge into practice and technology. 3
6) Effectively applies advanced theoretical knowledge and practical skills specific to the field of Information Technology; analyzes and develops current software, hardware, and system solutions. 3
7) Acts in accordance with professional, scientific, and ethical principles; takes responsibility by considering the societal, environmental, and ethical impacts of IT applications. 3