Information Security unit (ZAT121)

Online

Introduction

This unit introduces you to the concept of information security and the legal and ethical considerations that organisations and individuals must address to implement sound information security. The unit focusses on industry best practice within the context of securing, storing, and sharing information and will explore the complex nature of information security, contextualising it within the threats that exist within our local and global environments. This unit offers students the foundational knowledge required to function as an information security practitioner across a range of industries and levels, including government and the public sector. This unit also introduces learning through practice by exposing you to authentic learning experiences. These experiences are placed at the centre of learning and assessment, so you have the opportunity to develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours necessary to respond to industry, community and/or global needs. You will be introduced to: 1. a range of methods, tools, techniques, and approaches to practice 2. principles and perspectives such as values, ethics, empathy, and leadership in real world scenarios 3. reflection and deliberative thinking as a means of developing knowledge, skills, attitudes, and aspirations 4. ways of understanding problems and developing solutions through active inquiry.

Summary

Unit name	Information Security
Unit code	ZAT121
Credit points	12.5
College/School	University College
Discipline	Pathways
Coordinator	Miss Mikaela Green
Available as an elective?	Yes
Delivered By
Level	Introductory

Availability

Location	Study period	Attendance options		Available to
Online	Semester 2

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Key Dates

Study Period	Start date	Census date	WW date	End date
Semester 2	5/7/2026	27/7/2026	30/8/2026	24/10/2026

* The Final WW Date is the final date from which you can withdraw from the unit without academic penalty, however you will still incur a financial liability (refer to How do I withdraw from a unit? for more information).

Unit census dates currently displaying for 2026 are indicative and subject to change. Finalised census dates for 2026 will be available from the 1st October 2025. Note census date cutoff is 11.59pm AEST (AEDT during October to March).

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Learning Outcomes

• Identify and describe the legal and ethical components of information security
• Describe the roles of people, technology, and policy within cyber security
• Apply policies, standards, and procedures for information security

Fee Information

Field of Education	Commencing Student Contribution 1,3	Grandfathered Student Contribution 1,3	Approved Pathway Course Student Contribution 2,3	Domestic Full Fee 4
029901	$1,192.00	$1,192.00	not applicable	$2,919.00

• Available as a Commonwealth Supported Place
• HECS-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility³
• FEE-HELP is available on this unit, depending on your eligibility⁴

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² Please refer to more information on eligibility and Approved Pathway courses.
³ Please refer to more information on eligibility for HECS-HELP.
⁴ Please refer to more information on eligibility for FEE-HELP.

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Requisites

Mutual Exclusions

You cannot enrol in this unit as well as the following:

ZAT217

Teaching

Teaching Pattern	This unit is delivered fully online and comprised of weekly learning modules supported by 2-hour weekly tutorials and one five-hour workshop.
Assessment	AT1 Ethical and Legal Review (30%)|AT2 Social Engineering Persona (30%)|AT3 Request for Tender (40%)
Timetable	View the lecture timetable | View the full unit timetable

Textbooks

Required	Required readings will be listed in the unit outline prior to the start of classes.

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