- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
This course is a study of prototyping security tools using high-level languages such as Ruby, Python, and Lua. Implementation of basic communication applications using the TCP/IP protocol suite will be introduced. Security applications that will be designed and implemented as part of the course will include packet sniffers, backdoors, logfile parsers, packet crafters, variety of spoofing applications, simple Intrusion Detection and Prevention systems. Also covered will be shell scripting techniques and implementation of shell-scripts to perform system-related tasks. As part of implementing defensive applications, students will also be introduced to basic Linux-based tools and utilities such as Netfilter, cron, etc.
Prerequisite(s)
- 60% in FSCT 7511
Credits
3.0
Domestic fees
$945.15
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Assess and prototype proof-of-concept applications using languages such as Ruby and Python.
- Design simple Intrusion Prevention systems using shell scripts, cron, and Netfilter.
- Select appropriate applications such as packet sniffers to be used as defensive and offensive tools.
- Explain how malicious applications such as ARP poisoning, DNS spoofing, stealth backdoors and covert channels are designed and used.
- Protect network resources against malicious applications using different defensive tools.
- Design a Network/Host based intrusion detection system that utilizes Machine Learning and AI techniques.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2025
Related Programs
Security Applications (FSCT 8561) is offered as a part of the following programs:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs eligible for students to apply for Post-graduation Work Permit (PGWP).
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Advanced Certificate Part-time
- Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option)
Bachelor of Technology Full-time/Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of FSCT 8561 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 83081
Dates
Jan 05 - Apr 13 Loading
- CRN 83081
- $945.15 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Apr 13 | Mon | 18:00 - 21:30 | Burnaby SE12 Rm. 323 |
Duration
13 weeks
Instructor
D'Arcy Smith
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
Important information
- Departmental approval needed
- International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be face to face (F2F) at the Burnaby campus. No classes on Family Day Mon, Feb 16, or Apr 6, Easter Monday, 2026. There is no required textbook. Students who have been accepted into a Forensics program where this course is a part of the matrix may register without any further approvals. Students who are not currently accepted in a Forensics program or, if this course is NOT part of your program matrix, please contact the Program Assistants for departmental approval at BCIT_Forensics@bcit.ca.
Status
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.