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Course Description

Provides you with an introduction to the field of cybersecurity. Begin with an introduction to the fundamental definitions, principles, and concepts of cybersecurity. Discuss:

  • confidentiality
  • integrity & availability
  • threat, vulnerability & risk
  • offensive security & defensive security
  • security policies
  • cyber law
  • network topologies
  • cryptography
  • risk analysis

In the second part of the course, you will examine the industry's latest threats and their defenses. It is crucial for you to understand how cyber-attacks are perpetrated, and the best practices for preventing and responding to them. Gain a deeper, technical understanding of cybersecurity, the Internet’s common and emerging vulnerabilities, and techniques for addressing those vulnerabilities.

Learner Outcomes

  • Understand the key models and concepts of cybersecurity.
  • Understand the role of a security policy and how an organization can manage information security.
  • Recognize common types of cyber-attacks and exploits, what are the latest emerging attacks facing the Internet.

Instructors

Applies Towards the Following Certificates

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Type
Online - Fix-date
Dates
Jan 06, 2025 to Jun 02, 2025
Contact Hours
10.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition - $510 credit (1 units) $510.00
Available for Credit
1 units
Instructors
Section Notes
This course is offered as continuous enrollment. This means that the courses are open for the entire quarter, available to enroll in and begin at any time. 
Type
Online - Fix-date
Dates
Jun 03, 2025 to Dec 21, 2025
Contact Hours
10.0
Delivery Options
Online  
Course Fee(s)
Tuition - $510 credit (1 units) $510.00
Available for Credit
1 units
Instructors
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