Module Details |
The information contained in this module specification was correct at the time of publication but may be subject to change, either during the session because of unforeseen circumstances, or following review of the module at the end of the session. Queries about the module should be directed to the member of staff with responsibility for the module. |
Title | Cybercrime Prevention and Protection | ||
Code | CSCK511 | ||
Coordinator |
Professor FP Coenen Computer Science Coenen@liverpool.ac.uk |
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Year | CATS Level | Semester | CATS Value |
Session 2021-22 | Level 7 FHEQ | Whole Session | 15 |
Aims |
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1. To provide students with a wide ranging understanding of the information security management landscape. 2. To equip students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of the potential of cybercrime (through ethical hacking). 3. To provide students with systematic understanding of the tools and techniques that can be deployed for cybercrime prevention. 4. To develop the practical ability of students to deploy the tools and techniques of cybercrime prevention in both commercial and non-commercial settings. |
Learning Outcomes |
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(M1) A comprehensive understanding of the cyber-crime prevention "landscape", including the tools and techniques available to mitigate against the effects of cybercrime. |
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(M2) An in depth and critical understanding of the concepts of ethical hacking and information security management. |
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(M3) A comprehensive ability to analyse computer security problems as well as being able to identify and define countermeasures appropriate to their solution. |
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(M4) A substantial ability to cooperate effectively in teams to address common cybercrime prevention issues, especially in the context of asset protection. |
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(M5) An in depth understanding of smartphone security and the associated protection issues. |
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(S1) Communication skills in electronic as well as written form. |
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(S2) Self-direction and originality in tackling and solving problems. |
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(S3) An ability to act autonomously and professionally when planning and implementing solutions to computer science problems. |
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(S4) Experience of working in development teams, respecting others, co-operating, negotiating/persuading, awareness of interdependence with others. |
Syllabus |
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Week 1 Week 2 Week 3 Week 4-5 Week 6-7 Week 8 |
Teaching and Learning Strategies |
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The mode of delivery is by online learning, facilitated by a Virtual Learning Environment (VLE). This mode of study enables students to pursue modules via home study while continuing in employment. Module delivery involves the establishment of a virtual classroom in which a relatively small group of students (usually 10-25) work under the direction of a faculty member. Module delivery proceeds via a series of eight one-week online sessions, each of which comprises an online lecture, supported by other eLearning activities, posted electronically to a public folder in the virtual classroom. The mode of learning includes a range of required and optional eLearning activities, including but not limited to: lecture casts, live seminars, self-assessment opportunities, and required and suggested further reading and try-for-yourself activities. Communication within the virtual classroom is asynchronous, preserving the requirement that students are able to pursue the module in their own time, within the weekly time-frame of each online session. An important element of the module provision is active learning through collaborative, cohort-based, learning using discussion fora where the students engage in assessed discussions facilitated by the faculty member responsible for the module. This in turn encourages both confidence and global citizenship (given the international nature of the online student body). |
Teaching Schedule |
Lectures | Seminars | Tutorials | Lab Practicals | Fieldwork Placement | Other | TOTAL | |
Study Hours |
24 |
40 |
64 | ||||
Timetable (if known) | |||||||
Private Study | 86 | ||||||
TOTAL HOURS | 150 |
Assessment |
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EXAM | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Notes |
CONTINUOUS | Duration | Timing (Semester) |
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Group Project: Implementation, and group poster, describing the main findings, resulting from a group project directed at cyber-crime prevention and protection. | 12 hours | 30 | ||||
Essay: Individual essay reflecting on the practice of ethical hacking and information security management. | 2000-2500 words | 30 | ||||
Discussion Question 1: Participate actively in an online discussion to critically discuss the cyber-crime statutory and regulatory requirements. | 1000-1500 words | 20 | ||||
Discussion Question 2: Participate actively in online discussion with respect to cyber-crime prevention regarding smart ‘phone technology. | 1000-1500 words | 20 |
Recommended Texts |
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Reading lists are managed at readinglists.liverpool.ac.uk. Click here to access the reading lists for this module. |