Cybersecurity Fundamentals - Part of Post-Diploma Certificate in Server Administration and IT Networking (SDCS1)
About This Course
The Cybersecurity Fundamentals module covers baseline skills needed to perform core cybersecurity functions. It provides an overview of the various domains of cyber security and the essential principles of network security; compliance and operational Security; threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities; application, data and host security; access control and integrity management; and cryptography and PKI.
This module is assessed by coursework.
What You'll Learn
1. Gain baseline skills for core cybersecurity functions
2. Understand various domains of cybersecurity and network security principles
3. Learn about compliance and operational security
4. Identify threats, attacks, and vulnerabilities
5. Explore application, data, and host security
6. Manage access control and integrity
7. Study cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Entry Requirements
The minimum entry requirement for SDCP1 course is a local Polytechnic Diploma or a recognized Degree in Information and Digital Technologies, and/or Engineering. Applicants who do not meet the entry requirements may be considered for admission on a case-by-case basis, such as, based on evidence of at least 2 years of relevant working experience; or supporting evidence of competency readiness in the field of Information and Digital Technologies, and/or Engineering. Suitable applicants who are shortlisted will have to go through an interview and/or entrance test.