Diploma in Cybersecurity and Networking ( Saturday)

@ Turnkey IT Training
Diploma in Cybersecurity and Networking (Awarded by ABE UK)
Course Objectives
This course aims to:
- Equip students with a thorough understanding of networking concepts and cybersecurity practices.
- Enhance practical skills in designing, managing, and securing IT infrastructures.
- Prepare IT professionals to anticipate, identify, and mitigate cyber threats.
- Award students with a globally recognized certification from ABE UK to strengthen their professional credentials.
Course Content
1. Introduction to Networking
- Overview of networks and their significance in IT environments.
- Essential components: devices, topologies, and architectures.
2. Networking Concepts and Protocols
- Examination of key networking protocols and their applications.
- Concepts like packet switching and network communication.
3. The OSI Model
- Understanding the seven layers and their roles in networking.
- Troubleshooting using the OSI framework.
4. Introduction to IP Addressing
- Fundamentals of IPv4 and IPv6.
- Hierarchical addressing and its application in networks.
5. Introduction to Binary and Hexadecimal
- Overview of numeral systems used in computing.
- Practical application in addressing and protocol configurations.
6. Subnetting Networks
- Creating efficient subnetworks.
- Calculating subnet masks and determining host availability.
7. Protocols and Port Numbers
- Commonly used protocols and their designated ports.
- Role of ports in enabling specific types of communication.
8. TCP and UDP
- Differences and use cases for Transmission Control Protocol and User Datagram Protocol.
- Analysis of reliability versus speed in communication.
Cybersecurity Fundamentals
9. Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks
- Identifying various types of cyber threats.
- Understanding vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
10. Securing Networks
- Network protection techniques: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS.
- Security best practices for safe environments.
11. Attacking the Foundation
- Analysis of infrastructure vulnerabilities.
- Ethical hacking methods to test and improve defenses.
12. Attacking What We Do
- Social engineering tactics and defense mechanisms.
- Protecting against phishing, baiting, and other attack strategies.
13. Wireless Network Communication Devices
- Wireless communication standards and devices.
- Securing wireless networks and preventing unauthorized access.
14. Network Security Infrastructure
- Designing secure infrastructures using advanced tools and technologies.
- Layered security strategies for robust defenses.
Operating Systems and Endpoint Security
15. The Windows Operating System
- Features and security tools of Windows OS.
- Managing user privileges, firewalls, and updates.
16. Linux Overview
- Fundamentals of Linux systems.
- Command-line tools for security and administration.
17. System and Endpoint Protection
- Securing devices and endpoints against cyber threats.
- Tools for endpoint detection and response (EDR).
18. Cybersecurity Principles, Practices, and Processes
- Understanding confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA triad).
- Developing policies and processes to ensure organizational security.
Assessment Structure
The course integrates theoretical learning with practical application through the following assessments:
Written Examination (20%)– Tests conceptual understanding of networking and cybersecurity.
Practical Test (50%) – Hands-on evaluation of technical skills in real-world scenarios.
Project Assignment (30%) – A comprehensive project showcasing analytical and implementation capabilities.
Commencement
February 22, 2025
Duration
3 months
Course Fee
LKR 56,000
Course Level
Location
Category
Hacking Certifications , Networking Certifications
Contact Details
+94 11 2 581581, +94 77 2286988
562/16 , Lower Bagathalle Road , Colombo 03
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