Micro-Credential in Information Security
Programme Overview
The course offered by Lincoln University College (LUC) is focused to have developed the self-reflective mindset, the analytic mindset, the collaborative mindset, the worldly mindset and the action mindset. In this course students learn basics of information security, in both management aspect and technical aspect. Students understand of various types of security incidents and attacks, and learn methods to prevent, detect and react incidents and attacks. Students will also learn basics of application of cryptography which are one of the key technologies to implement security functions.
The course covers all the processes and mechanisms by which computer-based equipment, information and services are protected from unintended or unauthorized access, change or destruction. It also includes protection from unplanned events and natural disasters.
Learning Outcomes
On completion of the course participants should be able to:
- Apply cyber security architecture
- Describe risk management processes and practices in the group
- Identify security tools that hardening
- Distinguish system and application security threats and vulnerabilities.
Course Progression
Credits from this Micro-Credential Programme are transferable to the following full academic programme:
- Master of Computer Science
Assessments
- Test (20%)
- Lab Reports (20%)
- Written Assignment (10%)
- Final Examination (50%)
Study Plan for Micro-Credential in Information Security
Week 1
| Introduction to Information · Security Policies · About Policies · Importance of Policies · Time for policies development · Process of Policy developed Policy needs and Identification. Storage and disposal of data – · Intellectual Property rights and Policies · Incident Response · Forensics · Management Responsibilities Role of Information Security Department · Security · Management and Law Enforcement · Security awareness training and support. | Seminar Session Simulations |
Week 2
| Policy Definitions · Standards · Guidelines · Procedures with examples · Policy Key elements Policy format and Basic Policy Components · Policy content considerations · Program Policy · Examples – Business Goal Vs Security Goals – Computer | Assignment Practical exercise |
Week 3
| Security Objectives · Mission · statement Format · Examples – Key roles in Organization – Business Objectives – Standards · International Standards. Planning · Periodic System and Network Configuration Audits · Authentication and Network | Practical exercise |
Week 4
| Security · Addressing and Architecture Access Control · Login Security · Passwords · User Interface · Telecommuting and Remote Access · Internet Security Policies · Administrative · User Responsibilities · WWW Policies · Application Responsibilities · E-mail Security | Test |
Week 5
| Establishing Type of Viruses Protection · Rules for handling Third Party Software – User Involvement with Viruses · Legal Issues- Managing Encryption and Encrypted data – Key Generation considerations and Management · Software Development policies – Processes Testing and Documentation-Revision control Configuration management · Third Party · Development · Intellectual Property Issues | Practical exercise |
Week 6
| Maintaining the Policies · Writing the AUP – User Login Responsibilities – Organization’s · responsibilities and Disclosures- Compliance and Enforcement – Testing and Effectiveness of · Policies – Publishing and Notification Requirements of the Policies- Monitoring, Controls and · Remedies – Administrator Responsibility – Login Considerations – Reporting of security | Practical exercise
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Week 7
| Problems · Policy Review Process · The Review Committee-Sample Corporate Policies · Sample Security Policies | Submission of Assignments Submission of Lab Report |
Week 8
| Final Examination | Conclusion Session Awarding of Certificates Presentation by VC or Representative of VC |
Why Micro-Credential in Lincoln University College (LUC), Malaysia?
Micro-credentials in Lincoln University College (LUC), Malaysia offer a flexible, targeted, and accelerated pathway of acquiring industry-relevant skills that meet the demands of today’s evolving job market. Designed for students, professionals, and individuals seeking to upskill or reskill, credentials offer learning experiences and formally recognized certifications, with enhanced employability, and serving as stepping stones to higher qualifications. LUC’s micro-credential programs are supported by strong academic frameworks and offer clear progression pathways into full-fledged degree programs. After completing this Micro-credential course, professionals can use their updated skills to apply for promotions or switch to a different job role.