Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains
This course is designed to introduce students, working professionals and the community to the exciting field of cybersecurity. Throughout the MOOC, participants will engage in community discourse and online interaction. Participants will gain knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity and its domains.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 24 hours
- Course by Kennesaw State University
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This course is designed to introduce students, working professionals and the community to the exciting field of cybersecurity. Throughout the MOOC, participants will engage in community discourse and online interaction. Participants will gain knowledge and understanding of cybersecurity and its domains. They will engage with expertly produced videos, gain insight from industry experts, participate in knowledge assessments, practice assessing their environmental awareness, and gain access to materials that address governance and risk management, compliance, business continuity and disaster recovery, cryptography, software development security, access control, network security, security architecture, security operations, and physical and environmental security. Learning will be assessed using strategies aligned to knowledge and understanding. You do not need prior experience in IT security to do well in this course. All you need is a willingness to learn. We will point you to relevant open and free resources to assist you. At the end of this course, you will have the option of applying for undergraduate level course credit at Kennesaw State University (dependent on admission to Kennesaw State University as a degree seeking or a non-degree seeking student). More information is available in final module "Receive Course (undergraduate) Credit at Kennesaw State University".Modules
Introduction to Cybersecurity
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2
Videos
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2
Readings
2
Videos
- Welcome to "Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains"
- The Importance of Cybersecurity
2
Readings
- Welcome to the Course
- Get help and meet other learners in this course. Join your discussion forums!
Course Resources
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2
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Test Your Existing Knowledge
2
Readings
- Meet the Instructor
- Course Objectives
Module Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Module Overview
1
Readings
- Module Readings
Introduction to Security, Access Control & Software Development Security
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3
Videos
3
Videos
- Introduction to Security
- Access Control
- Software Development Security
Peer Review
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Discussion -- Role of Cyber Security
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Introduction to Security, Access Control, and Software Development Security Quiz
Module Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Module Overview
1
Readings
- Module Readings
Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning & Cryptography
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning
- Cryptography
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery Planning and Cryptography Quiz
Module Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Module Overview
1
Readings
- Module Readings
Information Security Governance and Risk Management & Legal, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Information Security Governance and Risk Management
- Legal, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Information Security Governance and Risk Management & Legal, Regulations, Investigations, and Compliance Quiz
Module Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Module Overview
1
Readings
- Module Readings
Operations Security & Physical and Environmental Security
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2
Videos
2
Videos
- Operations Security
- Physical and Environmental Security
Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Operations Security & Physical and Environmental Security Quiz
Module Overview
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1
Videos
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1
Readings
1
Videos
- Module Overview
1
Readings
- Module Readings
Security Architecture and Design & Telecommunications and Network Security
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2
Videos
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1
Readings
2
Videos
- Security Architecture and Design
- Telecommunications and Network Security
1
Readings
- TEDx Talk - Pablos Holman
Module Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Security Architecture and Design & Telecommunications and Network Security Quiz
Course Review
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Course Certificate Final Exam
Receiving Credit Overview
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1
Readings
1
Readings
- Receiving Credit Overview
Auto Summary
Discover the dynamic world of cybersecurity with the comprehensive course, "Cybersecurity and Its Ten Domains," tailored for students, professionals, and anyone keen to explore IT & Computer Science. This foundational course, led by Coursera, offers an in-depth introduction to cybersecurity, requiring no prior experience—just a passion for learning. Throughout the course, participants will delve into expertly produced video content, engage with insights from industry experts, and participate in interactive community discussions. The curriculum covers crucial areas such as governance and risk management, compliance, business continuity, disaster recovery, cryptography, software development security, access control, network security, security architecture, security operations, and physical and environmental security. In addition to theoretical knowledge, the course emphasizes practical skills through knowledge assessments and environmental awareness exercises. By the end of the 1440-minute course, learners will have a robust understanding of the ten domains of cybersecurity and the opportunity to apply for undergraduate course credit at Kennesaw State University, subject to admission requirements. Available through Starter and Professional subscription options, this course is perfect for those at the foundational level, eager to embark on a cybersecurity journey. Join us and become proficient in safeguarding digital environments with this engaging and insightful course.
Dr. Humayun Zafar, CEH, CISM, CRISC, PCIP