Base Knowledge
Basic knowledge of computer systems.
Teaching Methodologies
The expository methodology will be used for the presentation of the concepts of the curricular unit.
The practical component will be based on the analysis of situations that students may encounter in their professional lives.
In addition to classes, students should develop complementary work, which will be monitored throughout the course.
Learning Results
This course aims to provide students with knowledge that enables them to do their jobs work in a more efficient way. Accordingly, the content that will be taught includes productivity tools – with a focus on its use in the activities of a professional in the area of law, and basic knowledge in systems and information security.
Program
1) Introduction to Information Systems and Technologies
– Basic concepts
– Data, information and knowledge
– Quality of information systems
– Big Data and Business Intelligence
– Cloud computing and Internet of Things
– Artificial intelligence
2) Security in information systems
– Basic concepts
– Threats to information and systems security
– Current state of cybersecurity
– Taxonomy and legislation
– Entities involved in cybersecurity management
– Basic procedures for strengthening security
Curricular Unit Teachers
Pedro Miguel Lopes Nunes da CostaInternship(s)
NAO
Bibliography
1 – R. Stair, G. Reynolds (2020), Principles of Information Systems, 14th Ed, Cengage Learning. ISBN: 978 0357112410.
2 – M. Antunes, B. Rodrigues (2018), Introdução à Cibersegurança, FCA Editora. ISBN: 978 972 722 861 4.
3 – A. Zuquete (2018), Segurança em Redes Informáticas, 5ª ed, FCA Editora. ISBN: 978 972 722 857 7.
4 – P. Costa (2025), “Apontamentos de Sistemas de Informação e Cibersegurança”, Coimbra Business School | ISCAC, Polytechnic of Coimbra.