Internet Technology

3 semester credits. This course is centered on cybersecurity and defense, offering an in-depth exploration of their practical applications and analytical skills. Key topics covered include cryptographic methods, user authentication, access control, malware such as viruses, worms, and Trojans, intrusion detection and prevention, firewalls, software and operating system security, and IoT security. Students will receive theoretical foundations and then engage in practical exercises to configure security and defense systems. Throughout the course, students will develop a heightened awareness of confidentiality and integrity issues.

3 semester credits. The course focuses on the ethical implications that emerged with the rise of digital technologies. The latter have deeply impacted on human social dynamics, generating new types of flows of information and communication. Meanwhile, data about us are increasingly present in the digital sphere. This has raised concern about privacy, transparency, and social justice at large. The continuous interactions with and through digital technologies fuel the need to understand the moral and philosophical repercussions of being digital selves. The course explores various ramifications of ethical concerns in the digital era, incorporating real-life case studies so as to stimulate students’ capacity to develop an ethical standpoint within the sector of IT and AI.

3 semester credits. This introductory course provides a comprehensive overview of Artificial Intelligence, exploring its history, key concepts, current applications, and future implications. Students will gain a foundational understanding of different types of AI, including machine learning, deep learning, natural language processing, and computer vision. The course will delve into the ethical considerations surrounding AI development and deployment, including bias, privacy, and the impact on society. Through engaging discussions, real-world examples, and potentially hands-on activities, students will develop a critical understanding of AI and its potential.

3 semester credits. This course investigates the pillars of information security and risk analysis, providing students with the technical and linguistic skills necessary to understand how cyber threats and vulnerabilities are controlled and mitigated by state and non-state actors. Students will become familiar with the political, social, and economic governance of cyberspace, while exploring notions such as security, privacy, transparency, and confidentiality. The exploration of methods employed for information security, such as encryption, will be assessed in relation to ethical considerations. The course comprises the analysis of a variety of case-studies to allow students to interlink theory and practice, and envision the dynamics and impacts of cybersecurity on real-life scenarios.

Cross-listed from Visual Communication

Cross-listed from Experiential Learning