Tests - weighted at 85%. A total of 2 phased class tests (1 hour each) , each one covering a specific section of the module, viz: Biometrics and Cyber Security. All of the four learning outcomes will be assessed over both class tests. The 'Cyber Security' class test will be the final class test. These class tests will form 85% of the overall assessment mark.

Casebook - weighted at 15%. You will be presented with a Casebook at the start of the module and you will be required to maintain a log of activities, procedure notes and other relevant notes. This will be assessed at the end of the semester for a total of 15% of the overall assessment mark.

This module explicitly focuses on significant elements required for the achievement of STAFFORDSHIRE GRADUATE ATTRIBUTES.

BIOMETRICS
Review of technologies
Overview of algorithms
Ethics & Legal Issues

CYBER SECURITY
Foundations of Computer Security
Identification & Authentication
Cryptography
Pen Testing
Access Controls
Forensic Readiness
Incident Response

12 hours of lectures and 24 hours of tutorial/practical sessions.

The focus will be problem lead learning using practical tasks and case study scenarios supported by theoretical underpinning delivered in a lecture.

You will also be required to undertake background / directed reading to support the material delivered during lectures and to support / enhance the work undertaken during the practical sessions.

Computer Security, 3rd Edn, Gollman, D., Wiley ,2010, ISBN 0-470-74115-5

Introduction to Biometrics 1st Edn, Ross, A.A. , Jian, A.K. , Anil K. Jain, A.K. Springer, 2009, ISBN: 0-387-77325-8

Specialised hardware and software located within the Forensic & Security lab

None.