201911 Introduction to Cybersecurity

Toronto Public Library

Description

In this 15-hour course, learners explore ways to be safe online. They are introduced to different types of cyber attacks, measures used by organizations to mitigate risks, career options in the field of cybersecurity. 

Course curriculum includes interactive and multimedia content, quizzes and lab exercises.

Suitable for learners who are interested in learning more about cybersecurity or are considering IT as a career.

Prerequisites

There is no prerequisite to this course but learners are expected to have basic understanding of computers and internet.

Certificate of Completion

Available.

Minimum System Requirement

• Laptop or desktop running Windows or Mac
• Web browser (Chrome 50+, Safari 8.0+, Firefox 43+ or IE 10+)

Softwares/Applications Used in Lab Exercises

• Notepad or similar text editors
• HashCalc
• LastPass client
• Backup and Restore (Windows), Time Machine (Mac), or similar backup tools