Fundamentals of Cybersecurity

COM SCI X 420.1

This comprehensive introductory course combines theoretical security models with practical examples to benefit auditors, system administrators, or anyone else with a basic understanding of information technology.

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Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
In-Person
Online
Starting at $1,095.00
As few as 10 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Make security assessments – including vulnerability, threat hunting, and penetration testing – for detecting vulnerabilities
  • Examine types of cryptographic function; hash algorithm, symmetric cipher, asymmetric cipher
  • Identify and assess the design and use of authentication products for on-premises networks, web/cloud apps, and physical security
  • Explore segmentation-based network designs and provision switching, routing, Wi-Fi, and load balancing technologies for securing network access
  • Practice redundancy recognition, backup, configuration/change management, diversity, and deception to improve cybersecurity resilience

About this course:

This course combines theoretical cybersecurity fundamentals with state-of-the-art use cases for a comprehensive introduction to the field. It is designed to benefit a cross-section of students, including those considering a career in cybersecurity; system administrators, network administrators or security auditors; professionals responsible for securing network services, devices, and traffic communication in their organization; and information technologists with the passion and inner drive to protect organizations and understand security needs. Get practical knowledge and professional experience for implementing basic security services on any type of computer network. Topics covered are security roles, risk analysis, cryptography, and network security. The course material is consistent with relevant portions of the CompTIA Security+ certification.

Fall 2023 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Available
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Instructor: Mason Orang
393970
Fee:
$1,095.00
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Still accepting enrollments
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Notes
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: October 8, 2023. Internet access required. Materials required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 06, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
The Official CompTIA Security+ Study Guide (SY0-601) by James Pengelly
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Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:30PM PT
Available
See Details
Instructor: Jack Chang
393969
Fee:
$1,095.00
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Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
ENROLL BY: Oct 4, 2023
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Notes

Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: October 10, 2023. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after October 17, 2023
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
CISSP All-in-One Exam Guide, Eighth Edition by Shon Harris
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Oct 4, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Oct 11, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Oct 18, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Oct 25, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Nov 1, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Nov 8, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Nov 15, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Nov 22, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Nov 29, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Dec 6, 2023
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210

Winter 2024 Schedule

Date & Time
Details
Format
 
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This section has no set meeting times.
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Mason Orang
394922
Fee:
$1,095.00
Onlineformat icon
Notes
Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: January 14, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required.
Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 12, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
The Official CompTIA Security+ Study Guide (SY0-601) by James Pengelly
-
Wednesday 6:00PM - 9:30PM PT
Future Offering (Opens November 06, 2023 12:00:00 AM)
See Details
Instructor: Jack Chang
394921
Fee:
$1,095.00
In-Personformat icon
Location: UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
Notes

Enrollment limited. Enrollment deadline: January 16, 2024. Internet access required. Materials required.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 23, 2024
Course Requirements
Internet access required to retrieve course materials.
CISSP All-in-One Exam Guide, Eighth Edition by Shon Harris
Schedule
Type
Date
Time
Location
Discussion
Wed Jan 10, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Jan 17, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Jan 24, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Jan 31, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Feb 7, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Feb 14, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Feb 21, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Feb 28, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Mar 6, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210
Discussion
Wed Mar 13, 2024
6:00PM PT - 9:30PM PT
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center in Westwood
UCLA Extension Lindbrook Center 210

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