The 30 weeks will consist of the following modules:
| Subject Code | Subject | Total Hours |
| IS1 | Infocomm Security Essentials | 60 |
| IS2 | Information Security Management | 60 |
| IS3 | Enterprise Infrastructure Security | 60 |
| IS4 | Infocomm Security Forensics | 60 |
| IS5 | Mini Project | 30 |
| Total Hours: | 270 |
Subject Synopses
IS1 Infocomm Security Essentials
This is a broad based subject that provides a fundamental knowledge on security topics by focusing on the technical aspects of both the theory and practice of information security. It provides the ground knowledge to prepare the students for more in-depth technical subjects. Topics include Access Control, Security Administration, Security Audits, Smart Cards Security, Biometric ID Security, Physical Security, Incidents Response and Disaster Recovery Plans.
IS2 Information Security Management
This subject covers in-depth technical knowledge on common operating systems. Students will learn the mechanisms to implement a secure system, the tools to evaluate the vital security vulnerabilities exist in the operating systems, the techniques to manage secure accounts, apply system patches and fixes, systems' permissions identification, security commands and threats to these operating systems. Applications security will also be discussed in this module where students will learn how security will impact the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and databases. Security processes and procedures, best practices, Security Standards and Cyber Laws such as Computer Misuse Act and Electronic Transaction Act will be discussed in details.
IS3 Enterprise Infrastructure Security
This subject provides in-depth technical training focusing on information infrastructure security. It provides students with sound working knowledge on various security tools and network vulnerabilities. Topics include Network Access Control, TCP/IP vulnerabilities, IPSEC, Firewall, Intrusion Detection Systems, Virtual Private Network, Cryptography, Data Communication Security and Wireless Security.
IS4 Infocomm Security Forensics
This subject discuss the threats on the Internet and provides the principles and practices the on how a cyber attacker will penetrate a network and how to prevent this. Threats such as malicious codes, website defacing and hacking. Illegal access to unauthorised information, privacy violations, Distributed denial of services, cyber terrorism. Students will acquire the knowledge on the potential threats, various penetration strategies and method, and the respective counter measures. Students will also learn the principles on secure systems design and codes of ethics.
Prerequisite: Infocomm Security Essentials
The mini project will be a group project where student will demonstrate the practical applications of skills and knowledge attained in the course.
Prerequisite: Infocomm Security Essentials and Information Security Management.
