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CPS253 Cisco 2: Network Security and Infrastructure

This course focuses on CCNA security course aims to develop in-depth understanding of network security principles as well as the tools and configurations that is accessing the network, secure topology, packet filtering with IP Tables, basic system security measures, system hardening, access control, securing services, and keeping infrastructure secure. Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to configure, manage, maintain, and secure networked environment. Topics include vulnerabilities to operating systems, security management through policy, securing a domain environment, and configuring secure communications infrastructure.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

CPS251

Offered

Spring only

Electives

  • CPS - Computer Science Elective
  • OPEN - Open Elective
  • STEM - STEM Elective