Cybersecurity: Protecting Our Digital Future

Learn How Cyberspace Evolved.

Study the history of cyberspace, eCommerce’s boom, and how the growing e-economy led to increased hacking. Explore ethical dilemmas like the struggle between profitability and enforcing security.

Identify Types of Attacks, Plus the “Who’s” and “Why’s” of Hacking.

Explore cybercriminals, their motivations, and targets. Learn why there’s a blurred line between “good” and “bad” actors. Study attack types and targets, threat actors, and counter-attack measures.

Dig into the Most Common Attack Vectors.

Learn how rapid digital transformation led to technology with embedded design flaws. Discover how certain behaviors put people at cyberattack risk and how to protect yourself online.

Cybersecurity and AI: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly.

Define artificial intelligence and its role in cybersecurity. Discover different types of AI hacks, how criminals exploit AI, and the ethics surrounding using malicious AI.

Decide if Cybersecurity Is a Good Fit for You.

Examine the skills required to achieve professional certifications in cybersecurity, the various disciplines in the field, and the role diversity plays in this popular, emerging job market.

Explore College Majors and Future Careers in Cybersecurity.

Topics covered in this course offer a good background for potential college majors and career paths related to IT, systems engineering, the government, cyber threats, and more.

Final Capstone Project

This online course culminates in a Final Capstone Project that allows you to choose from two project options. 

Option 1:

• Your friend’s computer got hacked. Assess the methods used by the ransomware criminal. Create a simulated text or email thread between the friends. 

Option 2:

• Create a presentation/poster using infographics that explain the common cybersecurity attacks encountered by teens. 

Mentoring

You’ll receive guidance from a mentor who can support you and answer questions as you deepen your learning experience. You can expect:

• Encouragement and direction on all assignments.
• Inspiration, motivation and confidence to help you succeed.
• Brainstorming and ideation help as you prepare for your Final Capstone Project.

Flexible Learning

• 100% online learning that works with your schedule.
• Flexible format: you’ll learn through video lectures. Tune in anytime that works for you.
• 20 to 30 hours of total instruction and course work, including engaging multimedia, simulations, and curated assignments for which you will receive guidance and support from mentors.