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Cyberspace and Cybersecurity Foundations
Prerequisite: CBR 600. Gain knowledge of the foundations of cybersecurity, and apply cyber methodologies to cyber architectures, services, protocols, algorithms, hardware and software components, and programming language. Become familiar with the important role that business continuity planning, security management practices, security architecture, operations security, and physical security play in cybersecurity. Explore the impact of cyber terrorism and national security on cybersecurity. Gain hands-on, real-world experience with state-of-the-art tools and technologies in a lab-intensive environment.
Course Overview
Prerequisite: CBR 600
Learning Objectives
After completing this course, you should be able to:
- Learn the skills required secure and defend computer networks which use CISCO technologies
- Create a security infrastructure including monitoring networks
- Identify and address threats, and how to detect and remove vulnerabilities
This course includes the following learning goals:
- LG 1: Communication: You can communicate clearly in writing and speaking, meeting expectations for content, purpose, organization, audience, and format
- LG 2: Critical Thinking and Analysis: You can apply logical processes to formulate clear, defensible ideas based on the analysis of facts and ethical considerations
- LG 3: Quantitative Reasoning: You can use mathematical information, operations, and quantitative analyses to solve problems and inform decision-making
- LG 4: Leadership, Facilitation, and Collaboration: You can lead, facilitate, and collaborate with individuals and teams to achieve organizational objectives
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Competency Areas
Feedback
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