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ISSC325 - Biometrics
Course Details
Course Code: ISSC325 Course ID: 4670 Credit Hours: 3 Level: Undergraduate
This course presents an introduction to biometrics, the study of recognizing individuals based on their unique physical or behavioral traits related to computer and information security. Authentication, authorization, identification, and access control through biometric perspective are emphasized. The course orients practical applications of biometrics in the real world, providing a realistic view of the use of biometrics within the emerging threats in information security.
Course Schedule
| Registration Dates | Course Dates | Session | Weeks |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/19 - 11/01/19 | 11/04/19 - 12/29/19 | Fall 2019 Session I | 8 Week session |
| 06/24/19 - 11/29/19 | 12/02/19 - 01/26/20 | Fall 2019 Session D | 8 Week session |
| 07/29/19 - 01/03/20 | 01/06/20 - 03/01/20 | Winter 2020 Session B | 8 Week session |
| 08/26/19 - 01/31/20 | 02/03/20 - 03/29/20 | Winter 2020 Session I | 8 Week session |
| 09/30/19 - 02/28/20 | 03/02/20 - 04/26/20 | Winter 2020 Session D | 8 Week session |
Current Syllabi
The successful student will fulfill the following learning objectives:
CO-1: Describe various biometric methods and their functional use in biometric security environments
CO-2: Illustrate biometric traits and modalities and their advantages and disadvantages
CO-3: Examine biometric applications for security solutions
CO-4: Categorize database repository and template storage systems for biometric data stipulation
CO-5: Compare and contrast commercial and government biometric systems, products & components
CO-6: Evaluate biometric multi-factor system designs and the effects of multi-biometrics on the user
CO-7: Examine proven biometric technologies for biometric access control
CO-8: Distinguish system integrity, accessibility, confidentiality & availability through biometrics
CO-9: Assess security and privacy issues with respect to the use of biometrics
| Name | Grade % |
|---|---|
| Forums | 30.00 % |
| Forum # 1 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 2 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 3 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 4 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 5 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 6 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 7 | 3.75 % |
| Forum # 8 | 3.75 % |
| Assignments | 45.00 % |
| Week # 1 Assignment | 1.13 % |
| Week # 2 Assignment | 8.55 % |
| Week # 3 Assignment | 8.55 % |
| Week # 4 Assignment | 8.55 % |
| Week # 5 Assignment | 1.13 % |
| Week # 6 Assignment | 8.55 % |
| Week # 7 Assignment | 8.55 % |
| Research Paper | 25.00 % |
| Week # 2 Assignment - Research Paper Topic Selection | 2.50 % |
| Week # 5 Assignment - Research Paper Outline | 7.50 % |
| Week # 8 Assignment - Research Paper - Final | 15.00 % |
Book Title: Various resources from the APUS Library & the Open Web are used. Links provided inside the classroom in the Lessons section.
Author: No Author Specified
Publication Info:
ISBN: N/A
Book Title: Biometric Technology: Authentication, Biocryptography, and Cloud-Based Architecture - E-book available through the APUS Online Library; links provided in classroom lessons.
Author: Ravi Das
Publication Info: CRC Press Lib
ISBN: 9781466592452
| Book Title: | Biometric Technology: Authentication, Biocryptography, and Cloud-Based Architecture - E-book available through the APUS Online Library; links provided in classroom lessons. |
| ISBN: | 9781466592452 |
| Publication Info: | CRC Press Lib |
| Author: | Ravi Das |
| Unit Cost: | $72.95 |
| Book Title: | Various resources from the APUS Library & the Open Web are used. Links provided inside the classroom in the Lessons section. |
| Author: | No Author Specified |
Previous Syllabi
Not current for future courses.