Information Package

TKM478

CYBER SECURITY

Course Code
TKM478
Semester
-
Theory+Practice
3 + 0
ECTS
5
Course TypeElective Course
Course LevelBachelor's Degree
Year of Study-
Semester-
ECTS5
Name of Lecturer(s)
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Knows the concept of cyber security.
  2. Learns the types of cyber security.
  3. Understands the relationship between cyber security and End 4.0.
  4. Can examine examples of cyber security work.
  5. Internalizes the importance of cyber security practices.
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionThis course aims to provide students with knowledge and awareness about cyber security. Cybersecurity, often referred to as information security or IT security, involves protecting computer systems, networks, and data against digital attacks, unauthorized access, and damage. As technology becomes an increasingly integral part of daily life, cybersecurity has emerged as a critical area.
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Introduction to Cybersecurity
2nd Week Fundamentals of Cybersecurity: The CIA Triad
3rd Week Emerging Technologies and Cybersecurity
4th Week Cybersecurity Principles, Standards, Frameworks, and Procedures
5th Week Cybersecurity Strategies and Policies
6th Week Network Security
7th Week Cryptography
8th Week Midterm Examination
9th Week Endpoint and Application Security
10th Week Identity and Access Management
11th Week Incident Response and Management
12th Week Risk Management and Compliance
13th Week Social Engineering and Organizational Security Culture
14th Week Legal and Ethical Issues
Recommended or Required Reading1) "Cybersecurity Essentials" by Charles J. Brooks
2) "The Web Application Hacker's Handbook" by Dafydd Stuttard and Marcus Pinto
3) "Security Engineering" by Ross J. Anderson
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Questions/Answers
  • Case Study
  • Discussion
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
Mid-term 1 35
Assignment 4 10
Project 1 10
Total(%) 55
Contribution of In-term Studies to Overall Grade(%) 55
Contribution of Final Examination to Overall Grade(%) 45
Total(%) 100
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam 1 2.5 2.5
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work 14 3 42
Preparation for Final exam 1 25 25
Course hours 14 3 42
Preparation for Midterm exam 1 20 20
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam 1 2.5 2.5
Homework 4 3 12
Project 1 10 10
Quiz
Total Work Load156
Total Work Load / 30 (h)5.2
ECTS Credit of the Course5
Language of InstructionTurkish
Work Placement(s)No
LO1 LO2 LO3 LO4 LO5
K1 X
K2 X X X
K3 X X X
K4 X
K5
K6 X
K7
K8 X
K9
K10
K11
K12
K13
K14 X X
K15 X