IS1S486 - Information Management, Assurance and Security 01 Sep 2019 - 31 Aug 2027 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IS1S486 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Information Management, Assurance and Security | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Information and Electronics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | informatics | ||
| Module Leader: | Alex Lohfink, Ian Fitzell | ||
| Module Team: | Iain Shewring, Carey Freeman, Joseph Griffiths, Paul Jarvis | ||
| First Intended Intake: | SEP 2019 | Final Year of Intake: | |
| Date Closed: | |||
| Credit Value: | 20 | Credit Level: | 4 |
| Language: | English | ||
| Percentage of Module Taught in Welsh: | 0 | ||
| Equivalent Module: | |||
| HECOS codes: | 100371 - information systems | ||
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 100 | ||
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Sep 2019 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2027 |
Module Aims
To provide knowledge of the theory and practice of information systems.
To provide knowledge of any risks or safety aspects that may be involved in the operation of computing equipment within a given context.
Content Summary
Understanding the differing types of information.
Understanding of the flow of information within organisations.
Introduction to static diagramming techniques: Entity Relationship Diagramming.
Mapping primary and foreign keys to represent relationships.
Database design and implementation:
- mapping modelling diagrams to simple relational databases;
- designing simple databases;
- implementing simple prototype databases;
- retrieving data from simple database implementations.
Introduction to information security:
- use and misuse of information;
- basic database security;
- foundational concepts in security;
- threats and attacks.
Principles of secure design.
Defensive programming.
Network security.
Introduction to cryptography.
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 10 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 10 |
| Supervised time in studio/workshop | 6 |
| Work based learning | 74 |
| Directed Study | 28 |
| Formative Assessment - Independent | 72 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | To demonstrate a practical understanding of the design and implementation of information systems. |
| LO2 | To demonstrate the ability to recognise any risks or safety aspects that may be involved in the operation of computing equipment within a given context. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | Portfolio 1 | Analysis, design and implementation, information assurance team work. | 0 | 4000 | 100 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Portfolio 1 | ✔ | ✔ | |