Information and Cyber Security
Come familiarize yourself with the key basics and principles of information and cybersecurity. This course focuses on the essential knowledge that a security professional must have about information and cybersecurity. You will comprehensively explore organizational and personnel-related, as well as physical and technological, control measures. The course teaches you to define the basics of the requirements set for information and cybersecurity, as well as to assess and manage information and cybersecurity risks. Additionally, you will learn to interpret and create procedures and guidelines related to information and cybersecurity, which will undoubtedly be beneficial in the workplace.
Turvallisuusala
Lähiopiskelu
Toteutusaika: 10.01.2025 - 04.06.2025
5 paikkaa jäljellä
Ilmoittautuminen: 28.11.2024 - 31.12.2024
Tutkinto, johon opinto kuuluu Laureassa: Degree Programme in Safety, Security and Risk Management (HRA), Laurea Leppävaara
Koulutuksen laajuus: 5 opintopistettä
Pääasiallinen opetuskieli: englanti
Koulutuksen taso: AMK
Sijainti: Laurea Leppävaara
Ilmoittautumistilanne: 0 / 5
Tietoa koulutuksesta
The course covers the basics of information and cyber security. The focus is on topics that security professionals should at least be aware of regarding information and cyber security. Completing the course does not require in-depth technical expertise or knowledge of the subject. The framework for the course is the ISO 27000 series of standards. The course is divided into five modules: – Fundamentals – Organizational control measures – Personnel-related control measures – Physical control measures – Technological control measures.
After this course you should be able to:
- define information and cyber security principles
- define fundamental information and cyber security compliance requirements, best practices and apply those
- assess and manage information and cyber security risks
- create information and cyber security procedures and guidelines
Those enrolling in the course should have sufficient knowledge of the fundamentals of security and risk management, which can be obtained, for example, by completing the course Business Continuity 5 ECTS credits or Basics of Corporate Security and Risk Management 10 ECTS credits.
This implementation is designed for blended learning. The course includes scheduled face-to-face sessions (beginning and end) as well as independent online learning. Guidance for course assignments is provided remotely via Zoom. The course involves both individual and group work. The implementation of the course is supported by the learning environment built in Canvas, where course materials, assignments, and important dates are gathered. It is crucial for learning to participate in face-to-face sessions held on campus according to the schedule. Feedback on assignments will be given by the teacher, either to groups or individuals.
NOTE: – This study unit is preferably offered for students of Safety, Security and Risk Management as compulsory studies (HRA groups) and other students are eligible to be enrolled in case of free seats – If you are not security management student, please review study unit Introduction for Information Security of IT degree
According to the degree regulations (section 18) “students must be present in the first contact session or notify their teacher in charge if they cannot attend. If they fail to notify the teacher of their absence in the first contact session, their enrollment will be rejected. Another student in the queue may be enrolled in the study unit in the place of the absent student.” (Laurea degree regulations) In the case of online studies the lecturer can also specify some other way than participation on an online meeting what is required from the student so that he/she verifies his/her attendance on the study unit (Decision by the vice president, education 7/2019).
The course workspace will be published in Canvas by January 10, 2025.
The course begins on January 16, 2025. The opening lecture and the closing lecture (May 14, 2025) will be held in face-to-face sessions and will not be recorded. The other three lectures can be viewed independently by the students. Important dates for the implementation are available to students on Canvas.
Assignment submission deadlines will be announced on Canvas at the beginning of the course. The exam will take place on May 25, 2025. If a student is unable to attend the exam or receives a fail grade, they have the opportunity to participate in a retake exam (a total of three opportunities).
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 16.01.2025 12:30 – 15:00
- 27.01.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 17.02.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 24.03.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.04.2025 17:00 – 17:30
- 14.05.2025 12:30 – 15:00
The scope of the course is 5 ECTS credits, which corresponds to 135 hours of student work. This time includes face-to-face sessions, guidance, assignments, and independent study of the materials.
The teaching is primarily based on the ISO 27000 series of standards. As a student at Laurea, you can familiarize yourself with them at https://libguides.laurea.fi/security/standards. Other materials will be shared on Canvas.
Additionally, the course material includes the book: Mikko Hyppönen’s ”If It’s Smart, It’s Vulnerable.” The book is also available in Finnish under the title ”Internet.”
“The evaluation of competence is based on the descriptions of objectives in the curricula, and the level of competence is assessed according to the evaluation criteria listed in the implementation plan for the studies.” (Laurea degree regulations).
All tasks must be completed successfully to receive a passing grade for the course. The grade is based on six assessable tasks: – Four group assignments, each carrying a weight of 10% – One individual assignment, carrying a weight of 10% – Exam, carrying a weight of 50%.
The tasks will be assessed within four weeks from the deadline, ensuring that the overall grade for the course will be given no later than three weeks after the final deadline.
In this study unit the assessing of the competences will be done by using the criteria set for requirement level I.
Professional knowledge basis, information searching and reporting
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to – use professional concepts extensively – compare and choose – relevant information – report and communicate in a professional manner
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to – use professional concepts in a consistent manner when explaining various work practices and situations – gather information and use their knowledge basis – report in the agreed manner
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to – use essential professional concepts when explaining various work practices and situations – search for information in different sources – report
Professional practice and workplace development
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to – work independently, using the skills and methods learned – take responsibility for interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and for responding to their needs – anticipate their need for guidance
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to – work using the skills and methods learned – engage in professional interaction with customers and/or co-operation partners and identify their needs – take part in guidance and utilise it
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to – work under guidance using the skills and methods learned – interact with customers and/or co-operation partners – receive guidance
Teamwork, skills, leadership, and responsibility
To achieve grade 5 student must be able to – promote the team’s work and team spirit – manage their time appropriately, completing the agreed tasks at the required quality level – work responsibly, applying the skills and methods learned – plan and evaluate their work, taking safety and/or ethical aspects into consideration
To achieve grade 3 student must be able to – engage in goal-oriented work in a team – plan and manage the progress of their work and use of time – detect safety-related risks – justify their actions in accordance with the professional code of conduct
To achieve grade 1 (or pass) student must be able to – work as a member of a team – plan the progress of their work and use of time under guidance – work safely and in accordance with the professional code of conduct – follow the provided instructions and rules
“Students who has failed to demonstrate their competence in accordance with the approved level must supplement or retake their study attainment in a manner and schedule defined by the teacher of the study unit. A failed exam or other study attainment can be retaken twice. A failure to attend an actual examination is considered to be one completion attempt.” (Laurea degree regulations.)
All staff and students of Laurea are expected to adhere to good scientific practices, which includes appropriate referencing. Familiarise yourself with the practices and, if needed, ask for more information. All study assignments are to be done as individual work unless otherwise instructed. If Turnitin is used when assignments are checked, the lecturer will inform the students of this.
Arviointiasteikko: H-5
The study unit corresponds to the requirements of Bachelor’s level education.
Those enrolling in the course should have sufficient knowledge of the fundamentals of security and risk management, which can be obtained, for example, by completing the course Business Continuity 5 ECTS credits or Basics of Corporate Security and Risk Management 10 ECTS credits.
There are 5 spots available for open university of applied sciences students on the course. The course is also suitable for exchange students.
The quality of the study unit implementation has been assessed and the self-evaluation report is available in Canvas.
Please familiarize yourself with the cancellation process and cancellation terms.
