Abstract
This subject is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary to investigate security incidents and conduct forensic analysis on computer networks. Students will learn about the tools and techniques used to capture and analyse network traffic, and how to use this information to identify potential security breaches … For more content click the Read More button below.
Syllabus
Introduction to network forensic analysisNetwork protocolsAnalysing network logs for anomalies and potential security issuesNetwork analysis tools and techniques
Learning outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject, students should:
1.
describe the basic network protocols, including TCP/IP, HTTP, DNS, and FTP;
2.
capture and analyse network traffic using/employing network traffic analysis tools.
3.
conduct forensic analysis of network traffic and respond to security breaches and malware infections; and
4.
identify and analyse security incidents on computer networks.
Assumed knowledge
ITC212 Internet Technologies
Enrolment restrictions
Only available to students in the Bachelor of Information Technology and the Bachelor of Computer Science