INWT 101 - Introduction to Information Security

    Recent Professors
    Keith Russell Mangold, David Kennemer, Sandra Jones
    Recent Semesters
    Fall 2026, Summer 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025, Summer 2025
    Class Size
    20–60 students
    Credits
    3
    Fall 2026 Sections
    View Fall 2026 sections of INWT 101
    Transfers To
    CSU
    Description
    This course is an introduction to a variety of information security topics. Emphasis is placed on foundational technical concepts as well as the strategic and operational aspects of managing an information security program. Topics include the foundations of information security; legal, ethical and professional issues of security and privacy; threat and vulnerability assessment; security risk management; roles and responsibilities of personnel; introductory cryptography; security considerations in system support; and access controls and maintenance for securing information assets. This course is designed for students interested in information and technology assets and a general awareness of security issues in these systems.
    Usually Held
    Wed 5:30pm–6:50pm, Wed 6:00pm–8:00pm