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307644 (v.1) Security Technology 101


 

Area:

Department of Applied Physics

Credits:

25.0

Contact Hours:

4.0

Lecture:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Workshop:

1 x 2 Hours Weekly

Syllabus:

Introduction to security technology concepts. Security technology terms and definitions. Core elements of the Security Model. Key issues in security technology at the local, national and international level. Security technology and ethics. Security technology organizations and clients. Role of science and technology in security. Relationship between technological and non-technological factors, and security. Recent applications and developments of science and technology in the field of security. Field trips, group work, case studies and student seminar presentations.
 

Unit Outcomes:

On successful completion of this unit students will be able to - Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts, principles and key issues associated with security technology. Understand the potential current and future need, role and impact of Security technology. Apply basic principles to understand the causes of problems, devise strategies to solve them and test the possible solutions. Locate and use a range of resources to collect appropriate information and assemble and analyse information with due regard to its limitations. Use the tools, methodologies, language and conventions of security technology to test and communicate ideas and explanations. Work ethically, effectively and as a team in a multi-faceted scientific environment. Be more responsible, reflective, self-directed and motivated learners.

Texts and references listed below are for your information only and current as of September 30, 2003. Some units taught offshore are modified at selected locations. Please check with the unit coordinator for up-to-date information and approved offshore variations to unit information before finalising study and textbook purchases.

Unit References:

No prescribed references.

Unit Texts:

No prescribed texts.
 

Unit Assessment Breakdown:

Preliminary only: Assignments 40%, Examination 40%, Group work 20%.

Field of Education:

 99905 Security Services

HECS Band (if applicable):

1  

Extent to which this unit or thesis utilises online information:

 Essential  

Result Type:

 Grade/Mark


Availability

YearLocationPeriodInternalArea ExternalCentral External
2004Bentley CampusSemester 2Y  

Area
External
refers to external course/units run by the School or Department, offered online or through Web CT, or offered by research.
Central
External
refers to external course/units run through the Curtin Bentley-based Distance Education Area

 
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