This course combines an ethical hacking methodology with the hands-on application of security tools to better help students secure their systems. Students are introduced to common countermeasures that effectively reduce and/or mitigate attacks. Learn how hackers penetrate computers and networks, and how to protect Windows and Linux systems. Legal restrictions and ethical guidelines will be taught and enforced. The course will help students prepare for the EC-Council "Certified Ethical Hacker" certification exams.
Discipline:
Computer Studies
Prerequisites/Corequisites:
Course Completion of CS 81.21 and CS 82.58 (or CS 82.55)
Choose how you attend each class session: (1) in class physically, (2) live online at the scheduled days and times (e.g. via Zoom – the link will be provided by the instructor once class starts), or (3) completing all course work asynchronously (e.g. via Canvas). You have the flexibility to attend in the format you choose from one class meeting to the next, as your schedule permits. HyFlex courses help you complete your education while allowing you to adapt it to your life. For further information contact instructor: srosen@santarosa.edu.
HyFlex You choose how to attend
HyFlex You choose how to attend: Choose how you attend each class session
1. in class physically
2. live online at the scheduled days and times (e.g. via Zoom – the link will be provided by the instructor once class starts)
3. completing course work asynchronously (e.g. via Canvas)
You have the flexibility to attend in the format you choose from one class meeting to the next, as your schedule permits.