M2M Infrastructure Security

Be well equipped to effectively protect IoT systems and skillfully manage constantly changing security challenges in interconnected environments.

Level	Master
Location	Session-based
Points	7.5
Price	kr 22 950
Admission requirements
Form type	Full-time/Part-time
Subject code	3240
Subject description	No description

This course offers insights into the security dimensions of machine-to-machine communication. Key subjects encompass Internet of Things (IoT) concepts and architectures, privacy and security considerations within IoT, data-centric IoT protocols such as MQTT, MQTT-SN, CoAP, and AMQP. Security protocols including TLS and DTLS for ensuring data-centric IoT protocol security are explored. Additionally, the course delves into Link-layer IoT protocols like ZigBee, Wi-Fi, BLE, addressing their security aspects, along with an overview of machine-type communication (MTC) and associated security facets.

Learning outcome

In this course, students gain a profound understanding of security in machine-to-machine communication. The curriculum covers essential IoT concepts, architectures, and privacy considerations. Students delve into a range of protocols, including MQTT, MQTT-SN, CoAP, AMQP, ZigBee, BLE, and Wi-Fi, equipping them with a comprehensive grasp of IoT communication methods.

Practical skills development is a core aspect of the course. Students learn to implement MQTT protocols, deploy SSL/TLS for robust security, and gain insights into machine-type communication (MTC) architecture along with its security intricacies. By course completion, students are well-prepared to effectively safeguard IoT systems and adeptly address evolving security challenges in interconnected environments.

Through this comprehensive course, students not only acquire theoretical knowledge but also practical skills that are vital in real-world applications. They are equipped to implement secure IoT solutions, analyze protocols, and navigate the complex landscape of machine-to-machine communication. By combining foundational concepts with hands-on experience, students emerge ready to contribute to the growing field of secure and interconnected systems.

Subject details

To be qualified for enrolment in the experience-based Master in Cyber Security program, applicants must meet the following requirements:

• The candidate must have a Bachelor relevant degree in the fields of Software Engineering, Information Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Human Computer Interaction, or related disciplines with an average grade of minimum examination grade of C, which is equal to minimum 2.7 ECTS.

• At least 2 years of relevant professional practical experience related to any of the fields of Cyber Security is required.

• The candidates must demonstrate programming knowledge (at least 7.5 ECTS of relevant courses with a minimum grade C) or relevant experience in, e.g., Python, Java, C/C++

• The candidates must demonstrate fundamental knowledge about cyber security principles (at least 7.5 ECTS of relevant courses) or relevant experience, including understanding of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability as well as relevant frameworks such as NIST cyber security framework.
Exam information: click here

Exam duration: 4 weeks

Exam withdrawal deadline: 14 days prior to exam submission

Exam format: written individual home exam
You must purchase the course textbooks yourself, and you are free to buy the books from wherever you choose.
This course is specially designed for those who wish to combine studies with work. The lectures are conducted through physical sessions and digital support in the Canvas learning platform.

The educational approach is based on project- and problem-based learning, utilizingreal-life cases linked to theory. These cases can often come from your own workplace, which means that the program will provide an opportunity to explore practices withinyour own organization. Such an approach also applies to the selection of topics for a potential future master's thesis.
Course dates will be announced in due time prior to the beginning of the semester.

Attendance at the gatherings is not mandatory.
You can pay by invoice, card, installments, or make an arrangement with another payer, read more about financing here.

You can also apply for support from Lånekassen.

This subject is included in

Experience-based Master in Cyber Security