CIS 76 (Fall 2017) Syllabus

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Introduction to Cybersecurity: Ethical Hacking

Admonition

Unauthorized hacking is a crime.

The hacking methods and activities learned in this course can result in prison terms, large fines and lawsuits if used in an unethical manner. They may only be used in a lawful manner on equipment you own or where you have explicit permission from the owner.

Students that engage in any unethical, unauthorized or illegal hacking will be dropped from the course and will receive no legal protection or help from the instructor or the college.

Course Description

Introduces the various methodologies for attacking a network. Covers network attack methodologies with the emphasis on student use of network attack techniques and tools, and appropriate defenses and countermeasures. Provides a hands-on practical approach to penetration testing measures and ethical hacking.

Course Content

  • Ethical Hacking Overview
  • TCP/IP Concepts Review
  • Network and Computer Attacks
  • Footprinting and Social Engineering
  • Port Scanning
  • Enumeration
  • Programming for Security Professionals
  • Embedded Operating Systems
  • Linux Operating System Vulnerabilities
  • Hacking Web Servers
  • Hacking Wireless Networks
  • Cryptography
  • Evading Networks with Security Devices

Student Learner Outcomes

  • Defend a computer and a LAN against a variety of different types of security attacks using a number of hands-on techniques.
  • Describe the tools and methods a "hacker" uses to break into a computer or network.

Objectives

  • Describe the tools and methods a "hacker" uses to break into a computer or network.
  • Describe the roles of security and penetration testers.
  • Describe the layers of the TCP/IP protocol stack and important ports.
  • Define types of malicious software.
  • Describe types of network attacks, and physical security.
  • Use Web tools for footprinting.
  • Describe various footprinting and social engineering methods.
  • Explain the types of port scans and describe how to use port-scanning tools.
  • Describe steps and tools for enumerating operating systems.
  • Describe various methods for hacking systems.
  • Explain Web application vulnerabilities.
  • Explain strategies for evading network protections systems.
  • Explain encryption algorithms and public key infrastructure components.
  • Describe web server attack tools.
  • Describe what ethical hackers can and cannot legally do.

Taught in Both Physical and Virtual Classrooms

Don't miss class because your car broke down, you are out of town, dislike the commute, or just not feeling well. This class will be taught using ConferZoom. ConferZoom is a web-based conferencing tool that allows you to participate and interact online. Students may attend class by coming to the Aptos classroom, attending simultaneously online, or watching a recording of the class at a time that fits their schedule.

A Day in the Life

Most classes will start with a first minute quiz. The reason for this is to get the class successfully started on time. The quiz questions will always be published a week earlier. Students can work together or use the forum to work out the answers in advance. Students must be in their seat when the class starts (or connected online to ConferZoom) to take this quiz. There are no makeups for first minute quizzes.

Following the quiz the instructor will take questions on the previous week's lesson or lab assignment before moving on. After that there will usually be a short amount of time for any housekeeping items that are necessary.

The lecture on the new material will then begin. The lecture format will use the ConferZoom whiteboard, web browser, PowerPoint and live demonstrations. Periodic breaks will happen usually around the start of each hour.

In general during class, the computers will be on so students can view the presentation and Google information. There will also be frequent class activities to break up the lecture and give students some time to try out what they just learned. The last part of the class will cover the upcoming lab assignment.

TBA (To Be Arranged) Lab Hours

This course meets weekly at the times shown in the Cabrillo Schedule of Classes and above. In addition each student is required to spend 50 minutes every week in either the CIS Lab (room 830) or online using the CIS VLab. Students may choose the time and day for their TBA Lab Hours where they will work on lab assignments designed to give them practical hands-on experience and continue the learning process. These TBA lab hours are required, tracked, and graded. It is the student's responsibility to complete the TBA lab hours, which start on Week 1 of the term, and record their attendance. Tip: A great time to do TBA lab hours is in the CIS Lab when the instructor is there. If that is not possible, questions can always be posted on the electronic help forum which is monitored by the instructor.

Late Work Will Not Be Accepted

Please complete all assignments on time as they will not be accepted if they are late. This will help both the student and instructor keep the class moving and avoid log jams at the end of the term. All assignments are due by 11:59PM (Opus Time) of the due date shown in the Course Calendar. If an assignment is not complete by the deadline it is better to make an incomplete submittal for partial credit than no submittal at all. There is always extra credit work for students needing extra points.

Contacting the Instructor

Instructor contact information and office hours are shown on Cabrillo Salsa page. The phone number listed there is really only voice mail. As voice mail isn't always picked up right away, email or the forum is faster and preferred. For personal matters use office hours or email. Please include the name of the class in your email subject lines to get past spam filters. For everything else use the Help Forum and everyone can benefit from the public questions and answers.

Help Forum

There is an electronic Help Forum for this class. This forum is intended to be a place where students can share information, ask questions, and get answers. The forum is especially intended to be a resource for completing lab assignments. It offers a way to ask questions about an obstacle or some less-than-meaningful error message, and to share solutions to those problems. Everyone should be courteous and respectful on the forum. Off-topic, rude or otherwise inappropriate posts will be removed. Joining the forum requires member registration with a real first and last name. Fake or anonymous screen names will not be allowed to register. Avatars that are photographs of the forum member are a great way for everyone to get to know each other.

Web Site

All the important course information is on https://simms-teach.com. This includes links to the forums, resources, lab assignments, flash-cards, lecture slides, grades, and the course calendar. Note that this material may change. If you print something like a lab assignment, please check the web site before submitting your work to make sure you have the latest version. The flash-cards are an optional tool students can use to drill important Linux knowledge into their brains.

Classroom Etiquette

It is important to have an effective, distraction-free classroom environment for learning. To minimize distractions all cell-phones should be turned off or at least silenced. Never carry on conversations during the lecture as this is probably the most annoying distraction possible to those sitting nearby.

For students in the physical classroom, computers can be turned on for viewing lecture slides locally, Google-ing related technical information, and doing classroom exercises. A student's full attention is desired so the computers should not be used during lecture for email or anything that would distract them or others from the material being taught.

For students in the virtual classroom, use the chat window in ConferZoom to let the instructor know you have a question. It is also a good idea to mute your audio so background sounds at your location are not piped into the class.

Please plan on coming to all classes. If class will be missed let the instructor know ahead of time. It is the student's responsibility to get any missed material or information from other classmates (the forum is a good way to do this). Please note that being disruptive is grounds for being dropped from the class by the instructor.

Grading Policy

Grading will be based on the total number of points students earn doing quizzes, tests, lab assignments, forum participation, and final. Visit the Grades Page to see exactly how grades are determined and to track progress.

For some flexibility, personal preferences and family emergencies there are a number of extra credit opportunities. For students looking for more challenge or some additional points see the Extra Credit Page.

Students who just want to learn and not mess around with grades, can always take the class as pass/no pass.

Academic Conduct

Instructors at Cabrillo will not tolerate any forms of academic dishonesty. We do not accept remarkably similar assignments. Students who engage in violations of academic integrity (cheating, plagiarizing print or electronic sources, copying computer files, web site content) as outlined in Cabrillo's "Student Rights and Responsibilities" document are subject to disciplinary action by the instructor including receiving an "F" for the assignment, being dropped from the course with a "W" or being issued an "F" for the course.

Nondiscrimination

The District is committed to equal opportunity in educational programs, employment, and all access to institutional programs and activities. The District, and each individual who represents the District, shall provide access to its services, classes, and programs without regard to national origin, religion, age, gender, gender identity, gender expression, race or ethnicity, color, medical condition, genetic information, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, or military and veteran status, or because he/she is perceived to have one or more of the foregoing characteristics, or based on association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics.

Special Needs

I encourage students with disabilities, including "invisible" disabilities such as chronic diseases, learning, and psychological disabilities, to explain their needs and appropriate accommodations to me during my office hour. Please bring a verification of your disability from the Accessibility Support Center (ASC) offices and a counselor or specialist's recommendations for accommodating your needs.

Students needing *accommodations* should contact the instructor ASAP. As required by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), accommodations are provided to insure equal opportunity for students with verified disabilities. If you need assistance with an accommodation, please contact the Accessibility Support Center (ASC), Room 1073, 479-6379 or 479-6370, or the Learning Skills Program Room 1073, 479-6220 to make arrangements as soon as possible.
See: Cabrillo College Accessibility Support Center (ASC)

Veterans

If you are a Veteran or active duty military personnel with special circumstances (e.g.,upcoming deployments, drill requirements, disabilities, challenges) you are welcome and encouraged to communicate these, in advance if possible, to me. I am available any time via email, during office hours, and by appointment.

Financial Aid

Cabrillo College provides several financial aid opportunities for students. For tuition and/or book assistance information, see: Financial Aid Office

Missing Classes and Drops

It is the student's responsibility to officially withdraw from classes. If you miss more than two classes or two lab assignments, the instructor may drop you from the course enrollment unless prior arrangements have been made and agreed to.