OL 480
Online LearningMobile Application & Security Design
This course provides students with concepts of discovering and exploiting flaws in mobile applications on the iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Windows Mobile platforms. Students are introduced to a proven methodology for approaching mobile application assessments and the techniques used to prevent, disrupt and remediate the various types of attacks. Coverage includes data storage, cryptography, transport layers, data leakage, injection attacks, runtime manipulation, security controls, and cross-platform apps, with vulnerabilities highlighted and detailed information on the methods hackers use to get around standard security.
Registration
Upcoming Sessions
Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.
- OnlineClosed
MAY 12-AUG 18
- Reference number
- CRN 30577
Course fee$422.35Registration closed
- OnlineOpen
SEP 08-DEC 15
- Reference number
- CRN 11409
Course fee$437.35
Course Materials
Course Textbooks
The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.
Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.
- Required Textbook
The Mobile Hacker's Handbook
by Dominic Chell, Tyrone Erasmus, Job Lindsay, Shawn Colley and Ollie Whitehouse
- Publisher
- Wiley
ISBN978-1118958506Course CodeLA-ISN1703Registration CodeCF-OL480
Online Learning
How this course is delivered
This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.
Learn Anytime
No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.
Weekly Structure
Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.
Multimedia Content
Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.
Instructor Support
Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.
Independent Learning
It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.
Time Commitment
Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.