Cybersecurity Fundamentals and Practices

Course Description:

This course is designed to equip students with the essential skills and knowledge required to understand and address the growing challenges of cybersecurity in today’s interconnected world. Covering both theoretical and practical aspects, this course explores key concepts such as network security, encryption, ethical hacking, risk management, and incident response. Learners will gain hands-on experience through real-world scenarios and case studies, preparing them for a career in protecting systems, data, and information from cyber threats.

Course Objectives:

• Understand core cybersecurity concepts and principles, including confidentiality, integrity, availability, and non-repudiation.
• Identify common cyber threats and vulnerabilities such as malware, phishing, ransomware, and social engineering.
• Learn how to secure networks, applications, and devices through encryption, firewalls, access control, and other protective measures.
• Develop practical skills in securing operating systems, databases, and cloud infrastructure.
• Explore the ethical and legal considerations in cybersecurity, including data privacy regulations and compliance standards.
• Gain hands-on experience in threat detection, incident response, and recovery processes.