BTR491 - Investigative Research Project

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Subject Title
Investigative Research Project

Subject Description
This research project will take place over a summer semester and will be conducted off-campus with Web-based support from an advisor.  In this course students will be required to research security problems and solutions related to information technology used in business, in government, or in not-for-profit organizations.  Students will work on their own with online support from an advisor and from standards and resources published to the Web.  Students will identify existence of a security problem on a computer system in a selected organization or scenario, analyze the security requirements of the system, and then create a security proposal according to published guidelines.  students will be assigned a faculty advisor.  The advisor will meet online with each student at regular intervals to review the student's progress, answer questions and give feedback on work performed to date.

Credit Status
1 credit in the IFS program.

Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this subject the student will be able to:

  • complete self-directed Web-based tutorials on some or all of the following topics: identification of a security issue; identification of threats and risks imposed by this issue; mitigation measures, proposal writing
  • analyze the operation of an organization or system in order to create a proposal showing how information technology could be used to improve security in a chosen system
  • create a project proposal in writing according to a given format
  • create and follow a proposed schedule of self-directed work, setting, adjusting and meeting deadlines for required deliverables
  • create an accurate, professionally formatted analysis based upon research of a system's or an organization's operation that allows for the determination of potential costs and benefits of a proposed information technology based security solution

Essential Employability Skills

    •  Communicate clearly, concisely and correctly in the written, spoken and visual form that fulfils the purpose and meets the needs of the audience.

    •  Apply a systematic approach to solve problems.

    •  Use a variety of thinking skills to anticipate and solve problems.

    •  Locate, select, organize, and document information using appropriate technology and information systems.

    •  Analyze, evaluate, and apply relevant information from a variety of sources.

    •  Show respect for diverse opinions, values, belief systems, and contributions of others.

    •  Manage the use of time and other resources to complete projects.

    •  Take responsibility for one's own actions, decisions, and consequences.

Academic Integrity
Seneca upholds a learning community that values academic integrity, honesty, fairness, trust, respect, responsibility and courage. These values enhance Seneca's commitment to deliver high-quality education and teaching excellence, while supporting a positive learning environment. Ensure that you are aware of Seneca's Academic Integrity Policy which can be found at: http://www.senecapolytechnic.ca/about/policies/academic-integrity-policy.html Review section 2 of the policy for details regarding approaches to supporting integrity. Section 2.3 and Appendix B of the policy describe various sanctions that can be applied, if there is suspected academic misconduct (e.g., contract cheating, cheating, falsification, impersonation or plagiarism).

Please visit the Academic Integrity website http://open2.senecac.on.ca/sites/academic-integrity/for-students to understand and learn more about how to prepare and submit work so that it supports academic integrity, and to avoid academic misconduct.

Discrimination/Harassment
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Accommodation for Students with Disabilities
The College will provide reasonable accommodation to students with disabilities in order to promote academic success. If you require accommodation, contact the Counselling and Accessibility Services Office at ext. 22900 to initiate the process for documenting, assessing and implementing your individual accommodation needs.

Camera Use and Recordings - Synchronous (Live) Classes
Synchronous (live) classes may be delivered in person, in a Flexible Learning space, or online through a Seneca web conferencing platform such as MS Teams or Zoom. Flexible Learning spaces are equipped with cameras, microphones, monitors and speakers that capture and stream instructor and student interactions, providing an in-person experience for students choosing to study online.

Students joining a live class online may be required to have a working camera in order to participate, or for certain activities (e.g. group work, assessments), and high-speed broadband access (e.g. Cable, DSL) is highly recommended. In the event students encounter circumstances that impact their ability to join the platform with their camera on, they should reach out to the professor to discuss. Live classes may be recorded and made available to students to support access to course content and promote student learning and success.

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