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Information Systems & Technology
Institute of Technology
TINFO 441 Course Syllabus
Network Security
I. Credit
 5 hours of credit: 4 hours of lectures and 2 hours of scheduled laboratory sessions
II. Course Description
This course covers cryptographic methods including public and private key algorithms and
examines protocols that utilize secure email, digital signatures, authorization, e-voting, and
electronic cash. The fundamentals of security issue arising from computer networks related
vulnerabilities, attacks, threat analyses, security countermeasures, etc. are examined. A lab
component for demonstration of security techniques such as firewalls, intrusion detection
systems, and virtual private networks is included.
III. Prerequisite
 TINFO 340 Foundations of Information Assurance
IV. Educational Objectives
Students shall:
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Understand the fundamental and advanced concepts and issues involved in network
security.
Understand common attacks on computer networks and methods to detect and remediate
such attacks.
Gain experience using network security tools effectively.
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Become proficient in securing computer networks.
V. Learning Outcomes
A student who successfully completes this course should be able to:
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Explain the fundamental concepts of network security;
Describe common attacks on computer networks and suggest methods to detect and
remediate such attacks.
Identify threats and vulnerabilities to computer networks.
Use network security tools.
Identify solutions for securing computer networks.
VI. Textbook
 Cryptography and Network Security, 4th Edition, by William Stallings, Prentice Hall,
ISBN: 9780131873162.
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Additional References:
“Introduction to Cryptography with Java Applets”, by David Bishop, ISBN-13: 9780763722074.
VIII. Grading Policy:
Students will be evaluated on assignments, labs, and midterm and final exams. Grades will be
calculated based on the following percentages:
Assignments
Labs
Midterm Exam
Final Exam
Total
30%
20%
20%
30%
100%
The UW grading system will be respected in my grading. See the UW grading information
website for information for undergraduate students:
http://www.washington.edu/students/gencat/front/Grading_Sys.html
According to the UW grading policy, you must have the following GPAs in order to pass this
course: Undergraduate students need 2.0 or greater.
Grade
A
A-
GPA
4.0
3.9
3.8
3.7
3.6
3.5
Score
98-100
95-97
93-94
92
91
90
Grade
B+
B
B-
GPA
3.4
3.3
3.2
3.1
3.0
2.9
2.8
2.7
2.6
2.5
Score
89
88
87
86
85
84
83
82
81
80
Grade
C+
C
C-
GPA
2.4
2.3
2.2
2.1
2.0
1.9
1.8
1.7
1.6
1.5
Score
79
78
77
76
75
74
73
72
71
70
Grade
D+
D
DE
GPA
1.4
1.3
1.2
1.1
1.0
0.9
0.8
0.7
0.0
Score
69
68
67
66
65
64
62/63
61
<60
IX. Other Policies
Late Assignments:
Late assignment will not be accepted.
Make-up Exams:
Make-up exam will be given upon presentation of a note from a medical doctor stating that the
student is unable to attend exam. Make-up exams will be arranged before the exam date.
Student Responsibilities:
As a student in this course, you are responsible for:
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attending class regularly
managing your time and maintaining the discipline required to meet course requirements
reading from the textbook and handouts all topics covered in the class
actively participating in classroom discussions
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completing all assignments, labs and exams
reading any e-mail sent by me and responding promptly
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Course Web Site & Tentative Course Schedule
The schedule and procedures for this course are subject to change. Changes will be announced in
class and posted on the course web site; it is the student's responsibility to learn of and adjust to
changes.
Week
Topics
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Course Introduction and Overview of network
security
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Review of TCP/IP Internetworking
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Cryptography and Cryptanalysis, Symmetric
Encryption
Readings
Work Due
Stallings Ch1
Lab1
Handout
Stallings Ch2,
Ch3 and Ch5
Lab2
4
Asymmetric Encryption
Stallings Ch9
Assignment 1 (Asn1)
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Cryptographic Protocols
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Cryptographic Systems: SSL/TLS, VPNs,
Kerberos
Network vulnerability assessment, intrusion
detection
Attack Methods, and Technical defenses:
authentication, operating system security,
firewalls
Application Security: Electronic Commerce and
E-mail.
Stallings
Ch11, Ch13
Handout
Midterm Exam
Handout
Lab3
Stallings
Ch14, Ch20
Lab4
Stallings
Ch15, Ch16
and Ch17
Handout
Asn2
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Security of wireless and mobile networks. WEP,
WPA.
Final
Lab5
Final Exam
XI.
PLAGIARISM AND CHEATING POLICY
Students are encouraged to collaborate regularly with colleagues to gain a deep understanding of
the material, and to gain insight on options for problem solutions. Solutions submitted are to
display individual knowledge and accomplishment. Any significant contribution in a submission
must be acknowledged and the responsible student or source given due credit.
See http://depts.washington.edu/grading/issue1/honesty.htm
XII. SAFETY ESCORTS
Safety escorts are available to accompany you to your vehicle 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Call Campus Safety at 2-4416 from a campus phone, and 253-692-4416 from a non-campus
phone.
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XIII. REPORTING EMERGENCIES
From campus phones, report emergencies by dialing 9-911 and state the T-number that is on a
sticker on the phone; from non-campus phones dial 911. Building location numbers are posted
on all buildings. For assistance with non-emergencies call Campus Safety at 2-4416 from a
campus phone, and 253-692-4416 from a non-campus phone.
XIV. EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
In case of emergency, follow your professor’s instructions. When an alarm sounds, evacuate the
building immediately. MATT, CP, WG, GWP, and BB buildings assemble in the Cragle Parking
Lot south of the library. BHS, WCG, and DOU buildings assemble near the transit station next to
the Pinkerton Building on Broadway (across from Spaghetti Factory). Pinkerton occupants go to
the convention center parking lot north of Pinkerton. For more information about emergency
procedures and information, please go to: http://www.tacoma.washington.edu/safety/
XV. DISABILITY SUPPORT
If you would like to request academic accommodations due to a temporary or permanent
disability, contact Lisa Tice, Manager for Disability Support Services (DSS) in the Mattress
Factory Bldg, Suite 206. An appointment can be made through the front desk of Student Affairs
(692-4400), through Student Development and Success (692-4501), by phoning Lisa directly at
692-4493 (voice) or 692-4413 (TTY), or by e-mail ltice@u.washington.edu. Appropriate
accommodations are arranged after you've conferred with the DSS Manager and presented the
required documentation of your disability to DSS.