Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
GOOG-0007
Organization:
Google
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:

This course is offered through Coursera, which is an ACE Authorized Instructional Platform.

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