— Computer Security for Non-Majors
Principles, mechanisms, implementation, and sound practices of computer security and data protection. Cryptography, authentication and access control. Internet security. Malicious software. Common vulnerabilities. Practical security in everyday life. Not intended for Computer Science or Computer Science & Engineering majors.
Prerequisites & course information
Course Description: Principles, mechanisms, implementation, and sound practices of computer security and data protection. Cryptography, authentication and access control. Internet security. Malicious software. Common vulnerabilities. Practical security in everyday life. Not intended for Computer Science or Computer Science & Engineering majors. Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Not open to Computer Science and Computer Science & Engineering Majors. Credit Limitation(s): No credit allowed to students who have completed ECS 153A , 153B , or 153C. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE). Learning Activities: Lecture 3 hour(s), Discussion 1 hour(s). Enrollment Restriction(s): Not open to Computer Science and Computer Science & Engineering Majors. Credit Limitation(s): No credit allowed to students who have completed ECS 153A , 153B , or 153C. Grade Mode: Letter. General Education: Science & Engineering (SE).
Sources
- Course catalogue ↗2026-2027