COT3206

Systems security and privacy

John Carpenter

6 points
* 2.5 hours per week
* Berwick
* Prerequisites: Two computer technology subjects

Objectives At the completion of this subject students should be able to discuss the OECD guidelines for the security of computer stored and transmitted information and how they apply to LANs; list and discuss potential threats, and suitable countermeasures to threats against LAN networks; and describe the responsibilities under privacy legislation of an organisation holding computer databases of personal information.

Synopsis This subject aims to provide students with a grounding in current practice for securing computer systems and open networks, and to provide students with an understanding of the legal responsibilities of organisations that maintain databases of personal information. The syllabus includes securing computer systems; privacy in Australia and securing open systems.

Assessment Examination (2 hours): 70%
* Assignment: 30%

Prescribed texts

Caelli W, Longley D and Shain M Information security for managers Stockton, 1989
Pfleeger C P Security in computing 2nd edn, Prentice-Hall, 1997