CSS 53 - Computer Security Principles

    Recent Professors
    A. Sawyer-Perez
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2026
    Class Size
    30 students
    Credits
    4
    Spring 2026 Sections
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    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    Covers the essentials of computer and network security. Includes security objectives and the role of policy deployment while practicing to defend against network attacks. Additional topics: cryptography, public key infrastructure, standards and protocols, impact of physical security on network security, infrastructure security, remote access, wireless and instant messaging, intrusion detection and network baselines. Coverage of CompTIA's Security+ which focuses on best practices, roles, and responsibilities of security experts, is integral to the course. Not open to students who have completed CSS 122 with a grade of "C" or better.
    Usually Held
    Mon Wed 6:00pm–7:25pm, Mon Wed 7:40pm–9:05pm