Operational Technology Security - Professional Diploma Programme content
Students of this programme gain the skills to protect your company's industrial control systems and vital infrastructure from online attacks.
Key information
EU fees per year
€5,250
NFQ Level
NFQ Level 9 Minor
Duration
One year
Attendance
Part-time
Programme type
Taught
Delivery
Online
Start date
September
Award
Professional Diploma
Key information
- Complete part-time over one year
- Delivered online
- Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters
- Approx. 12 weeks per semester
- Weekly 1 hour of pre-recorded lecture content, 4 hours of live tutorials, 2 hours of practical lab sessions and time for study and assignments
- Can be used to complete 30 credits towards Master of Professional Practice (MPP) or MSc Engineering Practice
- Modules with (M) beside them can be taken as independent micro-credential
You will learn through a blend of
- Lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities
- Reflective practice and guided research
- Regular feedback from faculty and peers
Part-time considerations
- Designed for working professionals
- Evening or recorded lectures
- Additional prep and group work time
- Timetable provided after registration
Programme content
Core modules
- OT/ICS Networks and Protocols (M) (CE5031) provides knowledge and skills for communication networks and protocols used in Operational Technology (OT).
- Cybersecurity Law & Regulations (M) (CE5041) builds awareness of security standards and associated laws and regulations for OT and IT convergence.
- Future Focused Professional Portfolio 1 (MN5141) enables students to identify key trends affecting their role and organisation and build a professional network.
Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.
For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules.
Core modules
- Secure OT/ICS Networks (M) (CE5032) distinguishes between IT and OT security risks, outlines effects of user behaviour and how to establish a Cyber Security Management System.
- Log Files and Event Analysis (CE5022) enables students to evaluate log files and use tools to extract associated valuable data for detecting cyber threats and system performance issues.
- Future Focused Professional Portfolio 2 (MN5152) enables students to demonstrate independent and self-determined learning through the creation of an individual portfolio.
Books and journal articles needed for the course will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.
For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules.
Area(s) of interest
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