Course Syllabus

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Course Description and Objectives | Course Requisite Technical Skills | Time Expectation | Textbooks and Materials | Assignments and Course Grading | Course Policies | Student Rights & Responsibilities | Taking Major Assessments | Your Email Account | Student Resources | Technical SupportAccommodation Policy and Statements | NOVA Online Policies and Procedures | Course Summary (Assignment Schedule and Critical Dates)


Course Title:  ITN 261 - Network Attacks, Computer Crime and Hacking (4 credits)

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Course Description and Objectives

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Time Expectation

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Course Requisite Technical Skills

In order to succeed in this online course, you must be comfortable working with technology. At a minimum, you must possess the following technical skills:

  • Ability to use the Internet in an effective and efficient manner, including installation and management of browser plug-ins and add-ons
  • Basic knowledge about the operation of a computer, file management, and software installation
  • Working knowledge of the Canvas learning management system
  • Capable of using Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, etc.)
  • Proficient searching the web for information
  • Able to download and print information from websites
  • Able to download, view, and/or print PDF files

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Textbooks and Materials

Acquiring Textbooks and Course Materials

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 Assignments and Course Grading

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Course Policies

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Attendance Policy

 

Discussion Policy

 

Communication Policy

 

Plagiarism Policy

 

Late Work Policy

 

Assignment Submission

 

Grading Turnaround Time:

All completed assignments will be graded no later than seven days after the due date, and sooner when possible.

Incomplete Policy:

Withdraw from the Course

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Student Rights & Responsibilities

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Taking Major Assessments

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Your Email Account

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Student Resources

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Technical Support

For technical assistance, please visit the NOVA Online IT Support website for contact information and support resources.

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Accommodation Policy and Statements

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NOVA Online Policies and Procedures

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Course Summary:

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