CIS 299 - Special Topics - Ethical Hacking

This course introduces the concepts of Ethical Hacking and gives the students the opportunity to learn about different tools and techniques in Ethical hacking and security and practically apply some of the tools. The course will also cover the main techniques used by computer hackers and penetration testers in order to better defend against intrusions and security violations in live systems, including low-level kernel and hardware topics, techniques for web applications, exploit techniques, rootkits and some audit techniques used in digital forensics.
Date:
2018-01-11
Primary Material Type:
Syllabus
Other Material Types:
Syllabus
Institution:
Williston State College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 4
Subjects:
CIS, Computer Information Technology, Ethical Hacking, Security, Low-leval kernel, Hardware topics, Techniques for web applications, Exploit Techniques, Rootkits,Audit , Digital, Forensics

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
The WSC Advisory Councils provide curriculum guidance and feedback within the context of industry needs.
Industry Sector:
Information Technology -- Computer Operating Systems (Programming), Digital Forensics, Cyber Security, Network Security, IT Security (51)
Occupation:
Computer and Mathematical Occupations -- Network and Computer Systems Administrators (15-1071)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services (11)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Certificate
  • Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
  • Associate Degree
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Time Required:
16 weeks
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
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Other
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Course Note:
Computer Information Systems

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