Workshop Objectives

Research has consistently demonstrated that when clear goals are associated with learning, it occurs more easily and rapidly. At the end of this course, you should be able to:

  • Understand different types of malware and security breaches

  • Know the types of cyberattacks to look out for

  • Develop effective prevention methods

Course curriculum

  • 1

    Module One: Getting Started

    • Getting Started
    • Workshop Objectives
  • 2

    Module Two: Cybersecurity Fundamentals

    • Cybersecurity Fundamentals
    • What is Cyberspace?
    • What is Cybersecurity?
    • Why is Cybersecurity Important?
    • What is a Hacker?
    • Case Study ​​​​​​
    • Module Two: Review Questions
  • 3

    Module Three: Types of Malware

    • Types of Malware
    • Worms
    • Viruses
    • Spyware
    • Trojans
    • Case Study
    • Module Three: Review Questions
  • 4

    Module Four: Cyber Security Breaches

    • Cybersecurity Breaches
    • Phishing
    • Identity Theft
    • Harassment
    • Cyber Stalking
    • Case Study
    • Module Four: Review Questions
  • 5

    Module Five: Types of Cyber Attacks

    • Types of Cyber Attacks
    • Password Attacks
    • Denial of Service Attacks
    • Passive Attack
    • Penetration Testing
    • Case Study
    • Module Five: Review Questions
  • 6

    Module Six: Prevention Tips

    • Prevention Tips
    • Craft a Strong Password
    • Two-Step Verification
    • Download Attachments with Care
    • Question Legitimacy of Websites
    • Case Study
    • Module Six: Review Questions
  • 7

    Module Seven: Mobile Protection

    • Mobile Protection
    • No Credit Card Numbers
    • Place Lock on Phone
    • Don’t Save Passwords
    • No Personalized Contacts Listed
    • Case Study
    • Module Seven: Review Questions
  • 8

    Module Eight: Social Network Security

    • Social Network Security
    • Don’t Reveal Location
    • Keep Birthdate Hidden
    • Have Private Profile
    • Don’t Link Accounts
    • Case Study
    • Module Eight: Review Questions
  • 9

    Module Nine: Prevention Software

    • Prevention Software
    • Firewalls
    • Virtual Private Networks
    • Anti-Virus & Anti-Spyware
    • Routine Updates
    • Case Study
    • Module Nine: Review Questions
  • 10

    Module Ten: Critical Cyber Threats

    • Critical Cyber Threats
    • Critical Cyber Threats
    • Cyberterrorism
    • Cyberwarfare
    • Cyber Espionage
    • Case Study
    • Module Ten: Review Questions
  • 11

    Module Eleven: Defense Against Hackers

    • Defense Against Hackers
    • Cryptography
    • Digital Forensics
    • Intrusion Detection
    • Legal Recourse
    • Case Study
    • Module Eleven: Review Questions
  • 12

    Module Twelve: Wrapping Up

    • Wrapping Up
    • Words from the Wise

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