Awarded by ABE UK
Turnkey IT Campus presents the Diploma in Cybersecurity and Networking, a cutting-edge program designed to build on students’ foundational knowledge of IT and provide the advanced skills necessary for excelling in network security and cybersecurity. This diploma is an ideal fit for professionals looking to deepen their expertise in these critical fields.
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
Networking Fundamentals
- Introduction to Networking
– Overview of networks and their significance in IT environments.
– Essential components: devices, topologies, and architectures.
- Networking Concepts and Protocols
– Examination of key networking protocols and their applications.
– Concepts like packet switching and network communication.
- The OSI Model
– Understanding the seven layers and their roles in networking.
– Troubleshooting using the OSI framework.
- Introduction to IP Addressing
– Fundamentals of IPv4 and IPv6.
– Hierarchical addressing and its application in networks.
- Introduction to Binary and Hexadecimal
– Overview of numeral systems used in computing.
– Practical application in addressing and protocol configurations.
- Subnetting Networks
– Creating efficient subnetworks.
– Calculating subnet masks and determining host availability.
- Protocols and Port Numbers
– Commonly used protocols and their designated ports.
– Role of ports in enabling specific types of communication.
- TCP and UDP
– Differences and use cases for Transmission Control Protocol and User Datagram Protocol.
– Analysis of reliability versus speed in communication.
- Cybersecurity Threats, Vulnerabilities, and Attacks
– Identifying various types of cyber threats.
– Understanding vulnerabilities and attack vectors.
- Securing Networks
– Network protection techniques: firewalls, VPNs, IDS/IPS.
– Security best practices for safe environments.
- Attacking the Foundation
– Analysis of infrastructure vulnerabilities.
– Ethical hacking methods to test and improve defenses.
- Attacking What We Do
– Social engineering tactics and defense mechanisms.
– Protecting against phishing, baiting, and other attack strategies.
- Wireless Network Communication Devices
– Wireless communication standards and devices.
– Securing wireless networks and preventing unauthorized access.
- Network Security Infrastructure
– Designing secure infrastructures using advanced tools and technologies.
– Layered security strategies for robust defenses.
- The Windows Operating System
– Features and security tools of Windows OS.
– Managing user privileges, firewalls, and updates.
- Linux Overview
– Fundamentals of Linux systems.
– Command-line tools for security and administration.
- System and Endpoint Protection
– Securing devices and endpoints against cyber threats.
– Tools for endpoint detection and response (EDR).
- 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.
Why Choose Turnkey IT Campus?
– Experienced faculty with industry expertise.
– State-of-the-art facilities for immersive learning.
– Recognized by *ABE UK*, ensuring international credibility.
Take the next step in your IT career with the Diploma in Cybersecurity and Networking.
Enroll today and unlock a world of opportunities!