Security for IoT and Edge Networks

This microcredential introduces students to the well-regarded realm of cybersecurity technologies, algorithms and protocols for securing IoT and Edge Networks. It introduces symmetric cryptography algorithms for data confidentiality, asymmetric cryptography algorithms for key distribution and identity authentication, and hash functions for message authentication. In addition, the microcredential describes different types of security attacks and countermeasures, which prepares the student for potential real-world issues. The microcredential also covers the mathematics fundamental to cryptographic algorithms and other technologies, including privacy protection, public key infrastructure (PKI), PKI-based authentication, programmable logic, encryption/decryption, and trusted hardware.

1. To  become familiar with Internet security architecture and understand the security issues of IoT and edge networks at each network layer.

2. To understand the security threats of IoT and edge networks, comprehensively explain the range of algorithms and protocols used to secure IoT and edge networks, and the criteria for choosing the algorithms.

3. To demonstrate a working knowledge of the mathematics used in cryptology, allowing them to understand attacks on IoT and edge networks and how to prevent future security attacks.

4. To be able to implement appropriate cryptographic algorithms in either hardware or software for specific use cases.

5. To be able to critically analyse and evaluate the performance and vulnerability of crypto algorithms and protocols used in IoT and edge network security systems.

A Primary Honours degree, Level 8 in Electronic/Electrical/Computer Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Sciences or other Cognate/Engineering Disciplines. Applications are also invited from diverse educational and/or employment backgrounds, with applications evaluated on a case-by-case basis. 

And also to indicate the required documentation:

• Please provide Academic Transcripts for final year of study where appropriate (English translation)
• All applicants must submit a copy of their passport

There is no availability for a deferred entry onto a micro-credential.

If applicable, evidence of competence in the English language as per DCU entry requirements.  Please see here.

For further information regarding the HCI learner subsidy eligibility criteria please click here. (https://hea.ie/skills-engagement/hci-pillar-3-micro-credentials-learner-fee-subsidy/).