Two sets of homework will be assigned during the semester. The assignments will be
posted on Blackboard and announced in class. Students will work individually; the due
date for each assignment will be given at the time it is assigned. The reports will be
collected on Blackboard on the due date at midnight.\\

There will be two exams, midterm and final, scheduled for October 9th and December 18th respectively. Details will be discussed one week
prior to the exam.\\

Students are also expected to actively read the state-of-the-art research papers. Each
student will research on a “hot” area and submit a 1-3 page proposal before the mid-term
exam. Before the final exam submit a 5-10 page summary reporting your findings, and
give one presentation to the rest of the class. The schedule of the presentation will be
discussed at a later time. The presentations are meant to update fellow students on
current trends, technologies, and issues that related to network security. The grades of the
presentation come from evaluation from fellow students in the class as well as the
instructor. A list of recommended papers will be distributed later in the class. Students
are also encouraged to search for their own papers. In this case, you need to get the
approval from the instructor for the topic and papers you select to study.\\

Assignments are due as posted on the course web page (or stated in the syllabus). Late
submissions will not be accepted unless by prior arrangement with the instructor.
Scheduling conflicts regarding exams should be reported to the instructor immediately. In
case of a medical emergency, late submission or a make-up exam can be requested if a
note from a medical professional is provided.