The Interdisciplinary Telecommunications Program (ITP) at the University of Colorado at Boulder is proud to offer a new Graduate Professional Certificate in Computer and Network Security.
Overview:
To understand network security requires more than simply taking an introductory course on network security; it requires a comprehensive understanding of not only how networks operate but also how users behave on the network. Simply designing a technically secure network fails to appreciate the social engineering vulnerabilities facing modern networks. To actually protect networks requires a detailed and well-executed process, one that includes substantial technical, behavioral, economic, accounting, and policy understanding. Therefore, students must gather a wide range of training and experiences to truly understand what is required to secure a network.
The certificate covers a wide range of topics and includes not only the fundamentals of how networks operate and how to secure these networks, but also how to approach security in a practical manner. Security issues and topics range from technical theory to legal procedures. The curriculum consists of two required core courses and two electives:
Core Courses:
TLEN 5530 Applied Network Security
TLEN 5540 Network Security Lab (on campus only)
Electives:
TLEN 5470 Signaling Protocols
TLEN 5834 Information Privacy
TLEN 5835 Computer Crime Seminar
CSCI 6268 Computer and Network Security cross listed / TLEN 5550
CSCI 7000 Cryptography (Last offered Spring 2008)
ECEN 5022 Cryptography (Last offered Spring 2008)
In addition, we frequently offer special topics courses related to security. Please contact the Computer and Network Security Advisor to identify options.
Benefits:
Develop critical competencies in 12 - 18 months.
Courses delivered both on campus and via asynchronous, distance learning.
Graduate credit earned can apply toward a Master's in Telecommunications or a Master's in Electrical and Computer Engineering.
Interaction with an industry-diverse and world-wide student body.
Information:
If you need advice in finding course options to compete your certificate, please contact the current Computer and Network Security Advisor.
Admission:
Application instructions as well as admission requirements are available here.