Basics of Network Security

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Coventry University

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Basics of Network Security

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What is the course about?

Basics of Network Security

The course Basics of Network Security is an online class provided by Coventry University through Future Learn. It may be possible to receive a verified certification or use the course to prepare for a degree.

Explore the basic concepts of networks and network security and the tools used by network engineers and attackers.

Course description

Understand the threats posed to organisations’ networks and how to secure them
2 weeks

On this course you will examine the theory and practice of network fundamentals from the defender’s and attacker’s perspectives. You will have the opportunity to use tools for networking that allow you to query services, test routing and more.
At the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to challenge yourself to a network security boot camp – can you work with a virtual networked device to make it secure?

The basic principles of network security and cyber attacks
Real-world security case studies
Protecting assets
Intrusion detection systems
Assessing security threats from a practical and theoretical viewpoint

Describe the concepts of network security and cyber-attacks
Evaluate real-world security case studies
Apply cyber security principles to protect assets
Assess security threats from a practical and theoretical viewpoint

The Institute of Coding supported the development of this course in response to consultation with industry representatives from the healthcare, manufacturing and automotive sectors.
This course is designed for people familiar with basic computing who want to learn about the techniques and technologies of network security.
Please note that the individuals detailed in the ‘Who will you learn with?’ section below, are current staff members and may be subject to change.

Coventry University
Coventry secured gold in the UK Government’s 2017 Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) and is University of the Year for Student Experience in The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019.
Institute of Coding
The Institute of Coding is a family of learners, businesses and educators creating a new way to develop the digital skills needed at work and beyond.

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Basics of Network Security

Course Topic

Personal Success, Teacher Training, Teaching & Academics

University, College, Institution

Coventry University

Course Skill Level

see course summary

Course Language

English

Place of class

Online, self-paced (see curriculum for more information)

Degree

Certificate

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Basics of Network Security

To obtain a verified certificate from Future Learn / Coventry University you have to finish this course or the latest version of it, if there is a new edition. The class may be free of charge, but there could be some cost to receive a verified certificate or to access the learning materials. The specifics of the course may have been changed, please consult the provider to get the latest quotes and news.

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