IY1S403 - Computer Systems & Security 01 Jul 2022 - 31 Aug 2028 | Version 1
Associated Module Information
| Module Code: | IY1S403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Module Title: | Computer Systems & Security | ||
| Faculty: | Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science | ||
| Faculty Group: | Computing and Mathematics | ||
| Faculty Sub Group: | Cyber Security | ||
| Module Leader: | Madhu Khurana | ||
| Module Team: | Sharan Johnstone, Emma Derbi, Rachael Medhurst, Joshua Richards, Andrew Bellamy, Christopher Manley, Peter Eden, Richard Ward, Beth Jenkins, Arun Kumar, Nisha Rawindaran, Mamoun Qasem | ||
| First Intended Intake: | 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: | 100376 - computer and information security | 100385 - computer forensics | |
| HECOS Code Weighting: | 50 | 50 | |
Document Version Information
| Version | 1 |
|---|---|
| Valid From | 01 Jul 2022 |
| Valid To | 31 Aug 2028 |
Module Aims
To introduce students to the fundamental architecture and function of computer systems to underpin the practical aspects of cyber security and digital forensics.
Content Summary
High-Level Computer System Architecture.
Introduction to Binary and Hexadecimal.
CPU Functionality.
Memory usage.
The Little Man Computer.
Hardware Components.
Windows Operating System architecture and security configuration
Linux Operating System, file system, permissions and security.
Virtualisation and Virtual Machines
Introduction to Software Security.
Introduction to Hardware Security.
Introduction to OS Services and Management.
Introduction to Computer Systems
User Management
Learning and Teaching Methods
| Activity Type | Hours |
|---|---|
| Lecture | 12 |
| Tutorial | 12 |
| Practical classes and workshops | 24 |
| Independent Study | 72 |
| Directed Study | 48 |
| Formative Assessment - Scheduled | 2 |
| Groupwork | 10 |
| Interdisciplinary work | 10 |
| Problem / challenge based learning | 10 |
| Total Hours Selected | 200 |
Learning Outcomes
| # | Learning Outcome |
|---|---|
| LO1 | Demonstrate knowledge of the function and operation of computer hardware and operating systems. |
| LO2 | Identify, and mitigate against security threats through hardening and configuring computer systems. |
Module Requisites
N/A
Assessment Criteria
| Assessment Category | Assessment Type | Description | Duration | Word Count | Weight (%) | Best of? | Pass Mark |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Written Work 2 | A comparative technical report. | 0 | 1500 | 50 | No | 40 |
| Asynchronous Assessment | Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | A technical report on a current topic. | 0 | 1500 | 50 | No | 40 |
Assessment Matrix
| Assessment Type | Learning Outcomes | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| LO1 | LO2 | ||
| Practical Written Work 2 | ✔ | ✔ | |
| Practical Coursework 1 (Asynch) | ✔ | ✔ | |