Cybersecurity Fundamentals

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Free Online Course: Cybersecurity Fundamentals provided by edX is a comprehensive online course, which lasts for 8 weeks long, 10-12 hours a week. The course is taught in English and is free of charge. Upon completion of the course, you can receive an e-certificate from edX. Cybersecurity Fundamentals is taught by Jonathan Weissman.

Overview
  • In this introduction to the field of computing security, you will be given an extensive overview of the various branches of computing security. You will learn cybersecurity concepts, issues, and tools that are critical in solving problems in the computing security domain.

    You will have opportunities to learn essential techniques in protecting systems and network infrastructures, analyzing and monitoring potential threats and attacks, devising and implementing security solutions for organizations large or small.

    This offering is part of the RITx Cybersecurity MicroMasters Program that prepares students to enter and advance in the field of computing security.

Syllabus
  • Unit 0: Getting Started
    Unit 1: Computing Security Concepts and Problems 1
    Unit 2: Computing Security Concepts and Problems 2
    Unit 3: Cryptography
    Unit 4: Networking 1
    Unit 5: Networking 2
    Unit 6: Systems Administration
    Unit 7: Detection and Prevention
    Unit 8: Malware and Forensics
    Unit 9: Conclusion​​