1. To build foundational understanding of cybersecurity principles and threat landscapes.
2. To train students in essential ethical hacking techniques and methodologies.
3. To expose learners to real security tools such as Nmap, Wireshark, and vulnerability scanners.
4. To understand and analyze common cyber-attacks and their defense mechanisms.
5. To develop hands-on skills in network scanning, monitoring, and vulnerability assessment.
6. To prepare students for cybersecurity certifications and industry security roles.
What you'll learn
MODULE 1: Cybersecurity Foundations (6 Hours)
● Cybersecurity basics
● Threat landscape & attack vectors
● CIA Triad & security principles
● Security terminology & frameworks
MODULE 2: Network & System Security (8 Hours)
● Network components & protocols
● Firewalls, IDS/IPS, VPN
● Common network attacks (MITM, sniffing, DoS)
● OS security (Windows/Linux)
● System hardening & patching
● Malware types & endpoint protection
MODULE 3: Ethical Hacking & Vulnerability Assessment (8 Hours)
● Ethical hacking phases
● Reconnaissance & scanning
● Enumeration techniques
● Vulnerability assessment
● Tools: Nmap, Metasploit, Burp Suite
MODULE 4: Web & Cloud Security (8 Hours)
● OWASP Top 10
● SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF
● Basic web pentesting
● Cloud security fundamentals
● IAM controls
● Encryption basics
MODULE 5: Incident Response & Final Practical (8 Hours)
● Incident response lifecycle
● Log analysis & SIEM basics
● Mini penetration testing project
● Findings documentation & reporting
● Final presentation
1. Understand the fundamentals of cybersecurity, threats, and defense mechanisms.
2. Use ethical hacking methodologies and frameworks responsibly.
3. Operate essential security tools like Nmap, Wireshark, and vulnerability scanners.
4. Perform network scanning, footprinting, and enumeration techniques.
5. Analyze basic malware behavior and identify system vulnerabilities.
6. Implement cyber defense strategies and prepare for entry-level cybersecurity roles.
