Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Codio’s Cybersecurity Fundamentals curriculum provides educators with comprehensive, hands-on modules to effectively teach essential cyber fundamentals.
This course requires the use of (VMs) Virtual Machines which are an additional cost. To enable this for your organization, send an email to help@codio.com with approximate details of the number of students who will require access to computed VMs.
This course requires the use of (VMs) Virtual Machines which are an additional cost. To enable this for your organization, send an email to help@codio.com with approximate details of the number of students who will require access to computed VMs.
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Codio’s cybersecurity fundamentals curriculum provides educators with comprehensive, hands-on modules to effectively teach essential cyber fundamentals in accessible, real-world environments.
Included in this course:
Introduction:
Cybersecurity Concepts and Importance
The Role of Cybersecurity in Modern Society
Cybersecurity Careers and Frameworks
Lab: Exploring Basic Cybersecurity Tools
Principles of Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA Triad)
Defense-in-Depth and Layered Security
Principles of Least Privilege and Need-to-Know
Lab: Implementing Layered Security
Introduction to Threat Detection and Prevention Technologies
Network-Based and Host-Based IDS/IPS
Endpoint Detection & Response
Lab: Threat Detection
Secure Communication Protocols
Data Encryption and Decryption
Protecting Sensitive Information (PII)
Lab: Understanding and Applying Encryption Practices
Incident Response Process and Procedures
Security Incident Detection and Analysis
Security Awareness and Training
Lab: Incident Response
Building Expertise Through Hands-On Practice
Building Expertise Through Hands-On Practice
Codio’s Cybersecurity Fundamentals course materials are designed to provide learners with immersive, hands-on experiences that bridge the gap between theory and real-world application.
Auto-graded assessments
We believe in the value of active feedback, which is why students receive immediate, rich feedback. In addition to feedback on the validity of a specific answer, students will also be provided with an explanation that includes the complete solution, as well as the steps that reached that destination. There are a wide variety of questions — all of which are auto-graded, giving students a sense of their understanding of the material right after they are introduced to it and as they attempt harder and harder problems.
Lower barriers to entry
Codio’s Cybersecurity curriculum is designed to meet students where they are, providing an accessible entry point to the world of security. We understand that cybersecurity, like many technical fields, has its own complex terminology. Our courses break down these concepts into manageable units, avoiding unnecessary jargon. We present critical ideas in simple language, often using visual aids like images, tables, and lists to reinforce learning. Through smaller, digestible challenges, students are not overwhelmed, and they can build confidence by working on bite-sized tasks instead of one large, daunting project.
Modular & customizable
Encouraging Customizating Through Modularity
Codio’s Cloud Security content isn’t a rigid, one-size-fits-all solution. The curriculum is structured in a modular format, with natural break points where instructors can adapt the material to best suit their teaching objectives. Whether reordering topics, renaming units, or adding custom content, instructors can easily tailor the learning experience. Codio’s flexible authoring tools also allow instructors to create their own content, ensuring that the course meets the specific needs of their students while maintaining a strong focus on cybersecurity fundamentals.
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