SHE level 10 SCQF credit points 20 ECTS credit points 10 Module code MHI226856 Module Leader Omair Uthmani School School of Science & Engineering Subject Computer Networks & Security Trimester A (September start)
Summary of content The security and forensics landscape continues to evolve. With the increasing prevalence of alternative and developing computing environments, such as mobile devices, there is a critical demand for digital forensics practitioners to develop skills allowing them to identify vulnerabilities in, and recover evidence from, a diverse range of sources. This module focuses on building an in-depth understanding of computer system vulnerabilities, with an emphasis on code execution, and on developing methodologies for their exploitation and defense. From an analysis perspective, this module examines the future of digital crime and the forensic response to these threats, together with evolving techniques. Aspects of pertinent legal, ethical and professional issues and requirements are incorporated throughout the syllabus.
Module details Syllabus arrow_forward Operating System Internals Emerging Digital Technologies (i.e., mobile devices and tablets)
Learning outcomes arrow_forward On successful completion of this module, students should be able to:
Teaching / learning strategy arrow_forward Learning and teaching will take place through a variety of mechanisms, including lectures and practical sessions, research into current developments and issues, and case studies. This module emphasises an active "hands-on" approach to learning. Case studies will be used formatively in tutorials throughout the module in order to promote the application of knowledge to specific problems and to facilitate discussion. Topics will be introduced in lectures and discussed through guided inquiry learning activities. Key concepts of knowledge and understanding will be re-enforced and consolidated through the critical analysis and discussion of case studies that are designed to explain and elaborate both on lecture and laboratory content.
Indicative reading arrow_forward Transferrable skills arrow_forward C1 Demonstrate logical thinking and problem solving. C2 Critical analysis / evaluate work undertaken by themselves and others.
Module structure Activity Total hours Lectures 22 Tutorials 11 Practicals 22 Seminars 0 Independent Learning 125 Assessment 20 Placement 0
Assessment methods Component Duration Weighting Threshold Description Course Work001 50 35 Practical skills test. Course Work002 50 35 Knowledge test.
