Georgia Institute of Technology College of Computing

Instructional Team

Wenke Lee Creator, Instructor

Cecil Bowe Head IA

Chris Taylor Head IA

Overview

Introduction to Information Security is a graduate-level introductory course in information security. It teaches the basic concepts and principles of information security and the fundamental approaches to secure computers and networks. Its main topics include: security basics; security management and risk assessment; software security; operating systems security; database security; cryptography algorithms and protocols; network authentication and secure network applications; malicious malware; network threats and defenses; web security; mobile security; legal and ethical issues; and privacy.

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Current Syllabus

Current syllabus

Course Videos

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Before Taking This Class...

Suggested Background Knowledge

Qualifications for taking this class adhere with the Admission Criteria given by Georgia Institute of Technology. Upon entering this class, it is assumed that students have completed an undergraduate degree in computer science or a related field.

CS 6035 Relevant Technical Information:

• Basic Information Security Prerequisites
• Project and Technical Prerequisites

Technical Requirements and Software

Important Information for CS 6035

Academic Integrity

All Georgia Tech students are expected to uphold the Georgia Tech Academic Honor Code. Please refer to the CS 6035 Academic Honesty section of the current syllabus for further course specific information.