Security in computer networks, distance course

Education facts

Code: DVA240

With the constant growth of connectivity and networks becoming more heterogeneous, flexible and opened, security is of utmost importance. In this course you will get an introduction to network security! ## About the course This course provides an introduction into network security and covers core security concepts such as, e.g., firewalls, authentication, certificate management, encryption, "stateful packet inspection", VPN and others. During the course you are provided with slide and video materials as well as a set of practical assignments and thus gain both theoretical and practical knowledge and skills needed for the installation, troubleshooting, and monitoring of network devices to maintain the integrity, confidentiality, and availability of data and devices.

Entry requirements

Confidence within routing and switching. This can be achieved by finishing the course Computer Networks I 7,5 ECTS credits or corresponding.

Education offerings

Each offering has its own dates and conditions. Closed offerings are retained as history and do not mean that a new application is open.

• Security in computer networks, distance course

  Mälardalen University

  Ortsoberoende

  Start date: 18 January 2027

  End date: 6 June 2027

  Pace of study: 25 %