uLektz Academy

Learning Path

Non-Linear: Random Order

About the Course

Course overview
In today’s cyber world, it is important for engineers to understand and appreciate computer/information security as it has become an essential aspect of our daily life.

Course description
This course provides students with concepts of computer security,Threats & Prevention Methods, Data Security Consideration, Frameworks & Cybersecurity Technology, Cybersecurity Attacks -Types of Cyber Attackers, Policies & Standards Learning Outcomes Upon the completion of this course, students should be able to understand, appreciate, employ, design and implement appropriate security technologies and policies to protect computers and digital information.

Course Study Materials

Pre-Learning Assessment for Adaptive Learning

Pre-Learning Assessment for Adaptive Learning 15 Questions

Module 1 : Introduction

1.1 Introduction & History
1.2 The Evolution of Cybersecurity
1.3 Importance of Cyber Security
1.4 Scope of Cyber Security
Introduction - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 2 : Cyber Security vs Information Security

2.1 Cyber Security vs Information Security
2.2 Overview of Information Security
2.3 Similarities Between Cyber Security and Information Security
Cyber Security vs Information Security - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 3 : Threats And Prevention Methods

3.1 Relationship Between Threats and Prevention Methods
3.2 Types of Threats
3.3 Types of Prevention Methods
3.4 Implementing Prevention Methods
Threats And Prevention Methods - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 4 : Frameworks

4.1 Framework & Technology
4.2 Types of Cybersecurity Frameworks
4.3 Types of Cybersecurity Technologies
4.4 Implementing Frameworks and Technologies
Frameworks - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 5 : Security Technologies

5.1 Security Technologies
5.2 Firewalls
5.3 Intrusion Detection Systems (IDS)
5.4 Antivirus Software
5.5 Encryption
Security Technologies - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 6 : Cyber security -Attacks

6.1 Types of Cyber Attacks and Its Preventive Measures
6.2 Cyber Attacks Protection
6.3 Consequences of a Cyber Attack
6.4 The Laws and Regulations That Govern Cyber Security
6.5 Think Like A Hacker
Cyber security - Attacks - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 7 : Cybersecurity Policies

7.1 Policies
7.2 Importance of Having a Cyber Security Policy
7.3 Responsibilities of Employees & Management
Cybersecurity Policies - Assessment 5 Questions

Module 8 : Cyber Security Standards

8.1 Security Standards
8.2 Careers in Cyber Security and Types of Cyber Security Jobs
8.3 Skills Required for Cyber Security Jobs
8.4 How to Get a Job in Cyber Security
Cyber Security Standards - Assessment 5 Questions

Final Assessment

Final Assessment 20 Questions

The certificate issued for the Course will have the student's Name, Photograph, Course Title, Certificate number, Date of course completion and the name(s) and logo(s) of the Certifying Bodies. Only the e-certificate will be made available. No Hard copies. The certificates issued by uLektz Learning Solutions Pvt. Ltd. can be e-verifiable at www.ulektzskills.com/verify.

Students are required to take online assessments with eProctoring.
Students will be assessed both at the end of each module and at the end of the Course.
Students scoring a minimum of 50% in the assessments are considered for Certifications