Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
GOOG-0007
Organization:
Coursera Inc.
Location:
Online
Length:
24 weeks (168 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Introduction to Linux
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Attacks and Exploits
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 Security Fundamentals
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to equip students with important skills such as Python programming, intrusion detection, and SIEM tools. This beginner-friendly comprehensive program marries theory with practical application, preparing students for numerous job roles including cybersecurity analyst and security operations center (SOC) analyst.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Assess the importance of cybersecurity practices and their impact for organizations
  • Identify common risks, threats, and vulnerabilities, as well as techniques to mitigate them
  • Protect networks, devices, people, and data from unauthorized access and cyberattacks using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools
  • Gain hands-on experience with Python, Linux, and SQL

General Topics:

  • Foundations of Cybersecurity
  • Management of Security Risks
  • Networks and Network Security
  • Linux and SQL
  • Assets, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
  • Vulnerability Detection and Response
  • Automation of Cybersecurity Tasks with Python
  • Preparation for Cybersecurity Jobs
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction
  • Work-based Learning

Methods of Assessment:

  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

80%
Supplemental Materials