Online Class: Cybersecurity 101

no certificate
with CEU Certificate*
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15Lessons
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31Exams &
Assignments -
3,564Students
have taken this course -
6Hours
average time -
0.6CEUs
Course Description
Cybersecurity is defined as the steps and processes taken to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from unauthorized access that can result in theft or damage. Small and large companies alike put cybersecurity measures into place to protect their network, as well as to restrict employees from visiting websites that may compromise sensitive data. It's just as important as any measures a company takes to secure their trade secrets or physical assets from being compromised.
In this course, you will receive beginner training in the field of cybersecurity. This training is ideal for those new to the field, but interested in pursuing a career. This course covers the many areas of cybersecurity that you'll need to gain employment, including network security, cloud security, system security, network infrastructure, protocols, and encryption.
You will learn various security concepts and protocols including:
- The types of hardware used in computer networks
- Basic network design
- TCP/IP, Common TCP protocols and port numbers
- Best practice for wireless networks
- Best practice for remote users
- Subnetting
- Network administration principles
- Risk mitigation strategies
- Forensic procedures
- Incident response procedures
- The types of cyber attacks and how to prevent them
- The types of wireless attacks, application attacks, and injection attacks
- About phishing and other social engineering methods
- Penetration testing and vulnerability testing
- Hardware Security
- Virtualization
- Encryption and Cryptography
- And more.
You do not need any special programs or equipment to take this course. Everything that you need to learn the material and meet the requirements are provided in the lessons. Although the goal of this course is not preparation for certification exams that might be needed to gain employment, it provides the groundwork for future studies or the potential for entry level work in smaller companies.
- Completely Online
- Self-Paced
- Printable Lessons
- Full HD Video
- 6 Months to Complete
- 24/7 Availability
- Start Anytime
- PC & Mac Compatible
- Android & iOS Friendly
- Accredited CEUs

Course Lessons
Lesson 1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Lesson 1 Video
Lesson discussions: Reasons for Taking this Course
Complete: Lesson 1 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 1 Quiz
Lesson 2: Basic Network Security
Lesson 2 Video
Complete: Lesson 2 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 2 Quiz
Lesson 3: The Principles of Network Administration
Lesson 3 Video
Complete: Lesson 3 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 3 Quiz
Lesson 4: Understanding TCP/IP and Wireless Networks
Lesson 4 Video
Complete: Lesson 4 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 4 Quiz
Lesson 5: Risk Mitigation
Lesson 5 Video
Complete: Lesson 5 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 5 Quiz
Lesson 6: Security Risks Associated with Integrating Systems
Lesson 6 Video
Complete: Lesson 6 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 6 Quiz
Lesson 7: Basic Incident Response and Forensics
Lesson 7 Video
Complete: Lesson 7 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 7 Quiz
Lesson 8: The Importance of Security Training
Lesson 8 Video
Complete: Lesson 8 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 8 Quiz
Lesson 9: Malware and Cyber Attacks
Lesson 9 Video
Complete: Lesson 9 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 9 Quiz
Lesson 10: Cyber Attacks and Mitigation Techniques
Lesson 10 Video
Complete: Lesson 10 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 10 Quiz
Lesson 11: Addressing Security Vulnerabilities in a Network
Lesson 11 Video
Complete: Lesson 11 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 11 Quiz
Lesson 12: Network Application and Client-Side Security Techniques
Lesson 12 Video
Complete: Lesson 12 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 12 Quiz
Lesson 13: Information and Data Security
Lesson 13 Video
Complete: Lesson 13 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 13 Quiz
Lesson 14: Authentication and Access Services and Controls
Lesson 14 Video
Complete: Lesson 14 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 14 Quiz
Lesson 15: Encryption and Cryptography
Lesson 15 Video
Lesson discussions: End of Course Poll; Course Comments; Program Evaluation Follow-up Survey (End of Course)
Complete: Lesson 15 Assignment
Assessment: Lesson 15 Quiz
Assessment: The Final Exam
Learning Outcomes
- Describe what cybersecurity means what why it is important.
- Describe basic network security.
- Summarize principles of network administration.
- Describe risk mitigation.
- Summarize security risks associated with integrating systems.
- Determine basic incident response and forensics.
- Describe the importance of security training.
- Describe malware and cyber attacks.
- Describe cyber attacks and mitigation techniques.
- Summarize addressing security vulnerabilities in a network.
- Describe authentication and access services and controls.
- Summarize encryption and cryptography techniques and best practices.
- Demonstrate mastery of lesson content at levels of 70% or higher.
Additional Course Information

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- Earn an Official Certificate Documenting Course Hours and CEUs
- Verify Your Certificate with a Unique Serial Number Online
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- Display Your Certificate on Your Resume and Promote Your Achievements Using Social Media

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Student Testimonials
- "This course is fantastic! I learned a lot from it, although I know about computers, I was cybersecurity illiterate before this course." -- Gamal G.
- "This course was great. I liked the vocabulary. There were terms I have heard before but never really understood and this course clarified things for me." -- Sonny T.
- "This course has enlighten me to understand how important cyber security is, and all the pro's and con's that take part in being secure. I really enjoyed this course. Thank you." -- Phyllis J.
- "I thought the course was very informative. I learned a lot. Thank you!" -- Lisa K.
- "This course was very helpful. Learned a lot of things that I did not know." -- Cristina G.
- "A very good course overall. I knew a lot before the course but definitely learned some new stuff." -- Benny M.
- "As a beginner in this domain of activity, I found this course easy to understand and very helpful." -- Gabriel C.
- "I like the course. I have a better understanding of cyber security." -- Danil L.
- "i enjoyed this class very much." -- Cristina G.
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