Overview
Structure
36 credit points
Admission requirements
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate broad knowledge of
a) The role of Information Technology in society
b) The underlying principles and core concepts of Information Technology including abstraction, systems thinking, programming, data communications, databases, server environments and computer systems
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate detailed knowledge of the requirements and methods for
a) Security analysis of computer systems and the design, implementation and maintenance of security mechanisms
b) Forensic investigation of computer-based crime and subsequent presentation of evidence
c) Information security governance including information security strategy, risk management and compliance, and information security incident management
On successful completion of this major, students are effective communicators who demonstrate
a) Proficiency in producing written documents and research reports that enable efficient and effective communication to clients and the broader community consistent with norms and standards
b) Proficiency in persuasive oral communication appropriate to a wide range of audiences
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate competence in assessing the security of computer systems and creating systems that are secured against threats including
a) Responsible identification and disclosure of vulnerabilities
b) Ability to design and implement security mechanisms to ensure confidentiality, integrity, availability and non-repudiation
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate competence in preserving, identifying, extracting, collecting, interpreting and reporting computer forensic evidence.
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate competence in creating, managing and maintaining an information security strategy aligned with organizational goals and objectives including
a) Identifying, managing and classifying information risk
b) Responding effectively to unexpected events that may adversely affect an organization’s information assets.
On successful completion of this major, students demonstrate confidence and competence in applying knowledge and skills to practice through
a) Self-directed independent inquiry and critical self-reflection
b) Creative problem solving including the application of research methods and synthesis of alternative solutions, concepts and procedures
c) Using modelling, design and decision-making methodologies to develop systems, including selecting appropriate tools and development environments
d) Rigorous testing of solutions based on standard testing methodologies
e) Thorough documentation of all project stages
f) Recognition of social, cultural, legislative, environmental and business constraints
On successful completion of this major, students have well developed interpersonal and collaborative skills including the demonstrated capacity to
a) Give and receive constructive feedback
b) Work effectively in diverse teams
c) Respect the thought and opinions of others
d) Use the basic tools and methods of formal project management
e) Recognise the ethical implications of professional practice