CCNA Security (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

H-5

Content scheduling

The students will work at their own pace; no schedule is given by the instructor.

Objective

After completing the course the student: i
-is able to explain the basic concepts of network security
-secure a network against threats and attacks.

Content

-modern network security threats
-securing network devices
-Authentication, Authorization and Accounting (AAA)
-implementing firewalls with Cisco routers and security appliances
-implementing Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS)
-securing the Local Area Network
-cryptographic systems
-implementing Virtual Private Networks
-managing a secure network

Materials

https://www.netacad.com/

Teaching methods

Self-study, laboratory exercises, module exams

Exam schedules

The student can take the laboratory and theory exams when she/he is finished with laboratory exercises and study material.

Student workload

The students should spend approx. half of her/his time working with the laboratory exercises.

Evaluation methods and criteria

The course is evaluated based on the laboratory exercises (% completed), online module exams, online final exam and a practical laboratory exam. A minimum weighted score of 60% is required. The weights are

Laboratory work 15%
Module exams 15%
Online final 20%
Lab exam 50%

In addition, the student can gain up to 8% extra points by completing the lab exam ahead of schedule.

It is possible to complete the laboratory exercises by either doing the individual tasks from chapters 1 to 10, or the comprehensive lab from chapter 11. If the latter is chosen, the lab exam must be completed before the Spring Holiday.

Failed (0)

Weighted score <60%

Assessment criteria, satisfactory (1-2)

Weighted score <68% (1), <76% (2)

Assessment criteria, good (3-4)

Weighted score <84% (3), <92% 4)

Assessment criteria, excellent (5)

Weighted score >=92%