Here is an overview of different types of assignments in the course and how they will be graded.
| Assignments | Percentage |
|---|---|
| Introduction Discussion and Syllabus Acknowledgment Quiz | 3% |
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JBL Labs (10 labs) The labs offer guided hands-on practices, providing structured activities designed to scaffold you through assignments for successful completion. They can help you learn the material covered in the course. |
30% |
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Online Discussions (2 discussions) Discussion activities provide an opportunity to reflect on course readings, assignments, and your experiences while connecting them to real-world events. All discussion board posts should be thoughtful, reflective, and concise. |
7% |
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Chapter Quizzes (14 quizzes) The chapter quizzes assess your knowledge of the course material and help prepare you for the major assessments. |
10% |
Course Project The project requires you to identify, exploit, and analyze vulnerabilities within a controlled environment. You will conduct a thorough analysis of a network vulnerability, demonstrating an understanding of the methodologies used by attackers, the risks posed by vulnerabilities, and the implementation of effective mitigation strategies. This project will help enhance your technical skills in vulnerability research, exploitation, risk assessment, and the development of security recommendations. |
10% |
Major Assessments (2 exams) The midterm and final exams are the major assessments in the course. You have to take them in a proctored environment. They provide you with an opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of the course content. *These major assessments require a combined average of 60% to pass this course. |
40% |
Total |
100% |
In order to maintain compliance with our accreditation standards, NOVA Online major assessments require identity verification. Proctored or major assessments must prove identity, and students must show overall passing levels on those assessments in order to pass the course.
In this online course, if your average score on the two major assessments is a passing percentage of 60 percent or higher, then your grade will be calculated according to the scale in the table below. Otherwise, a final grade of F will be assigned.
| Grade | Percent |
|---|---|
| A | 90-100 |
| B | 80-89 |
| C | 70-79 |
| D | 60-69 |
| F | 0-59 |