In this course students examine introductory concepts related to cybersecurity, providing them with a solid foundation for understanding and mitigating digital threats. Topics include security models, cryptography basics, network security, risk management, and ethical considerations. Through a series of real-world, scenario-based assignments, students will apply best practices and strategies used to address common vulnerabilities and protect information systems within organizations. Upon successful completion of the course, students will have the opportunity to earn a workplace certificate in cybersecurity basics.

For cybersecurity leaders, staying ahead of threats and vulnerabilities in cloud environments is essential. In this course, students will examine real-world scenarios focusing on aspects of securing cloud services, including infrastructure, platform security, types of vulnerabilities, roles and responsibilities, application development, and more. Through a series of real-world-relevant assignments, students will develop skills and apply best practices for handling challenges with working in the cloud in today’s environment. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the opportunity earn a workplace certificate in cloud cybersecurity.

This course presents students with the question: What would you do in the face of an actual information security problem? As students delve into a series of cybersecurity scenarios focused on the needs of the ever-expanding information security industry, they will practice the skills necessary for today’s cybersecurity and IT professionals. Upon successful completion of this course, students will have the opportunity to earn a workplace certificate in applied cybersecurity concepts.