Catalog 2019-2020 
    
    May 03, 2024  
Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

CSNT 247 Offensive Computer Security

3 credits


In this course, students will learn to apply offensive security tactics, techniques, and procedures in order to assess the security posture of networks and information systems. Topics include intelligence gathering, technical execution, and implications of found vulnerabilities to business practices.

Prerequisites: CSNT 244  and CSNT 257  

Corequisites: CSNT 253  

CSNT 241  (prerequisite or corequisite)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Apply the Penetration Testing Execution Standard to a penetration test
  • Perform a network vulnerability assessment
  • Exploit known information system vulnerabilities

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
  • perform successfully as computer technicians, Network technicians, installers, troubleshooters, help desk support, and network administrators

Total Hours: 40 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 20