CYS5789 Cyber Security LawBahçeşehir UniversityDegree Programs INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (TURKISH, NONTHESIS)General Information For StudentsDiploma SupplementErasmus Policy StatementBologna CommissionNational Qualifications
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGIES (TURKISH, 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
CYS5789 Cyber Security Law Spring 3 0 3 8
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
Course Lecturer(s): Assist. Prof. TAYFUN ACARER
Recommended Optional Program Components: None
Course Objectives: This course will analyze national and international legal frameworks for malicious and defensive activities in cyber space.

Learning Outcomes

The students who have succeeded in this course;
The course will consider legal questions within the context of broader debates about issues such as governance of cyberspace and the Internet, the roles of governmental and non-governmental actors, evolving understandings of privacy, and the role of law in governing a constantly changing domain where many actors operate in secret.

Course Content

Legal and policy challenges stemming from rapidly evolving cybersecurity threats. The situation of victims of Cybercrime. The status of media outlets that have been hacked or brought offline to websites. Intellectual property and cyber space. The national and international legal frameworks. Manage malicious and defensive actions in cyberspace. Discussion and case studies.

Weekly Detailed Course Contents

Week Subject Related Preparation
1) Explanation of the course, its activity and its content. Lecture notes.
2) Legal and policy challenges stemming from rapidly evolving cybersecurity threats. Lecture notes.
3) The situation of victims of cybercrime. Lecture notes.
4) The situation of victims of cybercrime. Lecture notes.
5) The status of media outlets that have been hacked or brought offline to websites. Lecture notes.
6) Intellectual property and cyber space. Lecture notes.
7) Intellectual property and cyber space Lecture notes.
8) Intellectual property and cyber space Lecture notes.
9) The national and international legal frameworks. Lecture notes.
10) The national and international legal frameworks. Lecture notes.
11) Manage malicious and defensive actions in cyberspace. Lecture notes.
12) Manage malicious and defensive actions in cyberspace. Lecture notes.
13) Discussion and case studies. Lecture notes.
14) Discussion and case studies. Lecture notes.

Sources

Course Notes / Textbooks: Lecture notes
References: Case studies.

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 5 70
Presentations / Seminar 2 3 6
Homework Assignments 4 8 32
Midterms 1 20 20
Final 1 20 20
Total Workload 190

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