James Sprunt Community College
Course Syllabus
Spring 2008
Course Title/Course Number: SEC 110 Security Concepts
Course Meeting Days/Times: MWF 8:30-9:20
Lecture Hrs: 3 Lab Hrs: 0 Clinical Hrs: NA Credit Hrs: 3
Prerequisites:
CIS 110 or CIS 111
Course Description:
This course provides an introduction to topics that include the impact of computers on society, ethical issues, and hardware/software applications, and the smooth operation of communication and computing solutions becoming vital. Upon completion, students will have an understanding of the principles of information security because security issues are likely to affect where you work and your career. You should have a better understanding of security and how to solve problems.
Instructor Name: Nicole Thompson
Office Location/Building: 111 Williams
Office Telephone: 910-296-1563
Office Hours: MW 10:45-11:45; TTh 10:15-11:45
E-mail Address: nthompson@jamessprunt.edu
Textbook:
Principles of Information Security, 2nd ed, by Whitman, Michael and Mattord, Herbert. ISBN 0619216255
The Art of Deception by Kevin Mitnick. ISBN 0471237124
Other Required Materials:
1 Flash Drive; notebook for taking notes during class
Student Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of the course, the student will be able to:
1. Define information security
2. Describe reasons why information security is important.
3. Identify threats posed to information security.
4. Differentiate between laws and ethics.
5. Describe the role of culture as it applies to ethics in information security.
6. Describe management’s role in development, maintenance, and enforcement of information security policy, standards, practices, procedures, and guidelines.
7. List technologies available to aid in securing data.
Course Methodology:
1. Lecture: The instructor will present information relevant to the course at all class meetings except for test days.
2. Tests: Tests will be given on material relevant to class discussion and reading assignments at times deemed appropriate by the instructor. Several tests will be given during the semester. These tests will be objective (true/false, multiple choice, matching). Missed Tests: There will be no make-up tests given. All tests will be announced at least one class period in advance. A missed test will result in the grade of zero, however; the lowest test score will be dropped at the end of the semester.
For extenuating circumstances a test may be taken at a time other than the class time only if arrangements are made in advance with the instructor. Missed tests MUST be taken before the class reviews the tests, which will normally be the next class day after the test.
3. Computers should NOT be turned on unless students are instructed to do so.
4. Cell phones are distracting in the classroom, therefore, all cell phones should be turned off or on vibrate. I do not want to see or hear a cell phone. No texting is allowed in class. If you are caught text messaging during an exam, it will be assumed you are cheating, and you will receive a grade of zero.
Evaluation Methods and Grading Criteria:
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F Below 60
Tests: 70%
Book Review: 10%
Assignments: 10%
Participation: 10%
Attendance Policy:
You are expected to attend each scheduled class. Attendance is considered in the 10% class participation grade. You are permitted 5 absences for any reason without penalty. Any absences beyond 5, regardless of the reason, will result in a one-point penalty in the 10% class participation portion of your grade. Any student who misses more than 15% of the scheduled classes (7 days) may be dropped from the course.
Be aware that coming to class late disrupts the discussion and is unfair to other students. Being tardy twice will be equivalent to one absence in determining the 10% class participation grade. Arriving later than 10 minutes after the beginning of class will result in an absence toward your class participation grade.
Special Needs:
If you have a physical, psychiatric /emotional, medical, or learning disability that may impact your ability to carry out assigned course work, I urge you to contact Mr. Melvin Felton, Special Needs Advisor in Student Services, located in the Strickland Center, or call 296-2447. Mr. Felton will review your concerns and determine with you, what accommodations are necessary and appropriate. Correctional Center students should contact Mr. James Williams, Department Head-Correctional Center programs at 296-2580. All information and documentation is confidential.
Tutoring:
Everyone has subjects that they find easy and some that they find more difficult. If you think you might need additional assistance outside of class to have a full understanding of the material being covered, please contact me. Tutoring is available and I can assist you with deciding if tutoring might help you with your course work. If you need assistance, the earlier you ask for it, the more successful you will be in the class.
Cheating Policy:
Cheating is not tolerated. Cheating includes using unauthorized notes during exams, copying another student’s homework, class work, or tests and handing it in as one’s own work, and plagiarism on themes and term papers. If a student cheats, he/she will fail that exam or assignment. If the student cheats a second time, whether it is in the same course or a different course, he/she will fail the course, even if the student asks to be withdrawn. All cheating incidents will be documented and the documentation kept on file in the office of the Dean of Student Services. Repeated offenses of cheating may result in the student being suspended by the Dean of Student Services.
