This course is aimed at developing a solid understanding in data privacy, protection and system security for students with no or little knowledge of computer system and network architectures.  Student will acquire adequate understanding on different components in operating systems and network, be able to identify threats at different levels, acquire skill to specify and evaluate appropriate security measures for attacks.  These skills will then be applied to address issues of data privacy, security and integrity. Available and emerging tools for attack, intrusion detection, access control and data protection will also be introduced.

For a student to pass the course, at least 30% of the maximum mark for the examination must be obtained.