Course DT1058

Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing

7.5 Credits
First Cycle

Main field of study: Computer Engineering

The course has no instances planned right now

Learning outcomes for the course

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

  • explain the basic principles and techniques of how attackers can enter computer systems.
  • put acquired knowledge into practice by performing ethical penetration tests and hide the intrusion.
  • perform analyses of data breaches and audits of information technology security.
  • evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of various information technology solutions in terms of data security.
  • independently present and perform demonstrations of pen-tests for educational purposes.
  • evaluate the societal role of hacking from a social, ethical and economic standpoint