Cyber Security Curtin University

Overview

This Cyber Security course from Curtin University  covers aspects of modern computing, commencing with fundamental programming and theoretical knowledge; and followed by specialisation in cyber security.

You’ll use C and Java as the tools for learning core concepts such as object orientation and algorithms. Linux skills are taught throughout the course, starting with the basics and progressing to advanced topics.

This degree is designed to prepare you for careers in computing. As such, Curtin works closely with industry partners to optimise course content.

What you’ll learn

• Implement processes based on best practice when designing and implementing software

• Evaluate standard algorithms, techniques, and technologies relating to cyber security in a manner that is appropriate for a given problem and think critically and creatively to generate innovative and optimum theoretical and practical solutions

• Identify, evaluate and synthesise information from a range of computing sources to optimise the process of software design and implementation

• Document software and security activities and artefacts and communicate them in written and oral form to both technical and non-technical audiences and communicate effectively in ways appropriate to the audience and purpose

• Effectively use new and existing technologies, especially those relating to cyber security, recognising their advantages and limitations

• Sustain intellectual curiosity by updating their knowledge, engage in continuous training and research, and take control of their own learning and development

• Recognise and apply IEEE/ACM/ACS standards in the process of software design and development as well as the ACSC and ISO27000 series standards for cyber security

• Contribute to society using technology in a secure, ethical, legal, and socially responsible manner

• Demonstrate initiative, leadership and ethical practice when working independently and collaboratively

Career opportunities

• Computer programmer

• IT professional

• Computer security professional

• Software engineer/developer