COURSE OUTLINE

Course Information Systems II (2017-2018)

Code / Version HIM71090 (101)

Total Hours 56

Credits 4

PreRequisite(s) INFO1765 (101) Info Systems I

or INFO71765 (100) Info Systems I
or INFO71765 (101) Info Systems I
CoRequisite(s)

Course Description
This course provides a foundation to the technical aspects of Health Information Science, and focuses on enterprise computing. Students will
learn how to use virtualization and virtual machines, how to troubleshoot and configure basic networks, how to install and use server
operating systems, how to manage security threats, and how to take advantage of Cloud-based services and resources. The benefits and
drawbacks of using different types of enterprise technology will be discussed. Students will apply course concepts by using virtual machines
on their own laptops and within the Cloud.

PLAR Eligible: Yes

Required Resources
A laptop is required for this course.

Course Outcomes
Successful completion of this course will enable the student to:
1. Use technical terminology while communicating technology concepts accurately and effectively
2. Describe network hardware components and their role in enabling network and Internet communications
3. Describe the benefits and drawbacks of server infrastructure, the Cloud and network technologies and configurations
4. Describe common security risks and threats, and basic countermeasures
5. Discuss the role of the Cloud in the future of computing and health care
6. Install and configure virtual machines and their guest operating systems
7. Configure virtualized network appliances to manage connectivity, security and remote access
8. Install and configure Cloud-based virtual machines and internet services

Unit Outcomes
Successful completion of the following units will enable the student to:
1.0 Data Networks and the Internet
1.1 Compare and contrast various technologies for home and Enterprise Internet connections.
1.2 Identify commonly used ports and services.
1.3 Compare and contrast network hostnames and IP addresses.
1.4 Explain packet switching, and the differences between layer 1, 2 and 3 routing.
1.5 Explain the domain name system.
1.6 Explain the role of a firewall.
1.7 Use networking commands to perform network troubleshooting tasks.

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1.8 Describe wireless internet technologies and contrast various types of encryption and bands.
1.9 Describe the travel of information between two points when browsing an internet website.
2.0 Servers and Enterprise Hardware
2.1 Identify common operating systems in the enterprise.
2.2 Identify common enterprise applications and services (Active Directory, DHCP, DNS, Terminal Services, Microsoft Exchange,
SQL Server, SharePoint) and their roles in organizations.
2.3 Explain the relevance of database management systems and XML to the architecture of health information systems.
2.4 Use a server operating system to deploy services to a local network.
2.5 Manage users and permissions using a server operating system.
2.6 Design a basic network based on functional requirements.
2.7 Describe the architecture of servers and enterprise services in hospitals.
2.8 Describe the members of an enterprise management team (DBA, Network Analyst, etc.)
2.9 Describe hard drive and data redundancy in a server environment (RAID 0, 1, 5, 10)
2.10 Compare features in operating systems designed for desktops versus those designed for the enterprise.
3.0 Information System Security
3.1 Discuss the CIA triad and universal security principles.
3.2 Define the following terms related to computer security: malicious code, virus, worm, Trojan horse, logic bomb, spoofing,
phishing, back door, buffer overflow, denial of service, and man-in-the-middle.
3.3 Identify and demonstrate common attack vectors and describe their potential for damage on healthcare systems.
3.4 Explain how the symmetric and asymmetric encryption schemes can be used to encrypt data.
3.5 List different authentication types and mechanism used to secure systems.
3.6 Identify basics steps required to conduct a technical risk assessment.
4.0 Data Centers and the Cloud
4.1 Describe and compare PaaS, SaaS and IaaS.
4.2 Describe the advantages and drawbacks of hosting information and service in a data center.
4.3 Identify the differences between data center classes, configurations and costs.
4.4 Describe the physical, software and hardware characteristics of a data center.
4.5 Explain the idea of virtualization, hosts, guests and resource sharing.
4.6 Describe the business case for using the Cloud.
4.7 Identify cases and scenarios in healthcare where the use of the Cloud would be ideal.
4.8 Identify Cloud service providers available to enterprises and consumers.
4.9 Describe memory management and processor cycle management on a virtual host.
5.0 Labs and Implementations
5.1 Configure a virtual router and operating system to gain access to the internet.
5.2 Configure a server and client operating system in a virtual environment, and deploy local services.
5.3 Encrypt a website with an SSL certificate requested from a certificate authority.
5.4 Install Anti-Virus and intercept a simulated virus outbreak.
5.5 Use a Cloud service provider to deploy a website and host a virtual machine.
5.6 Use cloud computing to solve a computing problem, and compare the performance to solving the same problem on a desktop.

Evaluation

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The minimum passing grade for this course is 60 (C).

In order to successfully complete this course, the student is required to meet the following evaluation criteria:

Description Quantity Percentage

1. Labs (4) 40.00 %

2. Unit Tests (2) 30.00 %

3. Final Exam 30.00 %

100.00 %

Notes

Academic integrity is expected and required of all Conestoga students. It is a student’s responsibility to maintain compliance with
Conestoga’s Academic Integrity Policy at all times.

Conestoga College is committed to providing academic accommodations for students with documented disabilities.

An Instructional Plan will be available at the beginning of the course and will be referred to in conjunction with this course outline.

Prepared By Justin St-Maurice, MSc.

School Health & Life Sciences & Community Services

Date 2017-04-04 © Conestoga ITAL

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