Course

Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SDCM-0215
Version:
3
Organization's ID:
Computer Science 110
Organization:
Study.com, LLC
Location:
Online
Length:
45 hours for 20 weeks
Minimum Passing Score:
70
ACE Credit Recommendation Period:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to introduce students to the basics of cybersecurity and cybercrime. Students will learn about cybersecurity policies and procedures, the impact of cybercrime on communication, cryptography, operating system and network security, and disaster recovery.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Identify foundational elements of cybersecurity, including core concepts and the cybersecurity triumvirate (people, technology, and practices).
  • Define the term 'computer crime' and identify the types of computer crimes that have historically taken place.
  • Identify the triumvirate of cybersecurity: People, Technology, and Practices.
  • Distinguish between different types of cybersecurity threats (software-based, hardware-based, and personnel-based) based on their attributes and their effects on people, technology, and practices.
  • Explain how cybersecurity threats in areas such as software, hardware, or personnel can be remediated or prevented.
  • Describe techniques to protect against cyber threats to the operating system and networking resources.

General Topics:

  • • Introduction to Cybersecurity • Basics of Cybercrime • The Role of People in Cybercrime • Policies & Procedures for Cybersecurity • Tools & Techniques for Cybersecurity • Impact of Cybercrime on Electronic Communication • Cryptography in Cybersecurity • Understanding & Preventing Computer Viruses • Cybercrime & Software Development • Operating System & Network Security • Disaster Recovery in Cybersecurity
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
Supplemental Materials
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