Graduate Certificate of Systems Security

The Multi Platform Security Stream

Aims:

The aim of this course is to provide professionals in the IT industry with an advanced course of study in designing, planning, and implementing enterprise level security as part of a secure computing environment and integrates industry certification in these fields.

Objectives:

Upon completion of this course, graduates will possess:

• Skills in the design, implementation and management of secure computer networks;
• Certification from one of the following:
  
  • Microsoft
  • Check Point
  • Cisco
  • CompTIA
• Higher order network design knowledge and skills;
• An informed and reflexive perspective on IT Security issues;
• Problem-solving skills and methodologies when troubleshooting and documenting complex computing problems;
• The ability to analyse complex client business security requirements and select appropriate solutions, and
• Skills in the development of leading edge security solutions that meets customer business objectives for functionality and performance

Course Structure:

The Course consists of 4 subjects with a total value of 32 points. For students that do not qualify for any credit, the recommended duration to complete the Graduate Certificate is 8 months. There are 3 trimesters per year and we recommend a commitment of 2 subjects per trimester.

University Subjects (Choose 2):

Subject: ITC506 Topics in IT Ethics
Subject: ITC593 Network Security
Subject: ITC595 Information Security
Subject: ITC596 IT Risk Management
Subject: ITC516 Principles of Database Management
Subject: ITC505 Systems Development Project Management
Subject: ITC514 Network and Security Administration
Subject: ITC563 IT Management Issues

Core Industry Subjects (1 Subject):

Subject: ITI581 Network Security Fundamentals 

Elective Industry Subjects (Choose 1):

Subject: ITI521 Interconnecting Network Devices (Cisco CCNA - credit only)
Subject: ITI551 Virtual Private Network and Firewall Management I (Check Point CSE - credit only)
Subject: ITI535 Network & Operating Systems Essentials
Subject: ITI536 Supporting a Network Infrastructure
Subject: ITI537 Implementing & Administering Network Directory Services
Subject: ITI538 Desktop Operating Systems
Subject: ITE514 Professional Systems Security (CISSP - credit only)
Subject: MGI511 Project Management Fundamentals
Subject: ITE516 Hacking Countermeasures (EC Council - CEH)
Subject: ITI542 Security Networks

Credit:

Academic credit is available to students who can provide proof that they have passed relevant industry examinations. Request more information to obtain an estimate of your credit entitlements.

NOTE: The actual level of credit awarded will be confirmed upon acceptance into the Masters Degree.