Course Overview
Students will learn to work with security models for database systems, including evaluating Intrusion Detection schemes, implementing and evaluating cryptographic solutions for data privacy and confidentiality, and experimenting with solutions for authentication, access control and non-repudiation. They will conduct in-depth studies of the design and composition of database engines and their popular deployment architectures to explore attack vectors, security vulnerabilities and threat protection. Students will gain familiarity with relevant regulatory frameworks to ensure compliance/conformance of security solutions.
Registration requirements
Departmental approval is required to register for this course. Departmental approval is required for this course. You will not be able to register without it.
Domestic fees
$824.70
International fees are typically 3.25 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Related Programs
Database Systems Security (COMP 8171) 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
- Applied Computer Science (Database Option)
Bachelor of Science Full-time/Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Human Computer Interface Option)
Bachelor of Science Part-time
- Applied Computer Science (Wireless and Mobile Applications Development Option)
Bachelor of Science Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2026
Below is one offering of COMP 8171 for the Winter 2026 term.
CRN 93396
Dates
Jan 05 - Mar 23 Loading
- CRN 93396
- $824.70 Domestic fees
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 05 - Mar 23 | N/A | N/A | Online |
Duration
12 weeks
Instructor
Tejinder Randhawa
Course outline
Important information
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