In this course, students will be introduced to cybersecurity and why it is important for organizations. Students will learn about key cybersecurity concepts, threats and vulnerabilities, and the concept of least privilege. Students will learn fundamental terminology related to cybersecurity and be introduced to the primary roles and responsibilities related to security for different members of an organization.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) Triad
- Authentication, Authorization, and Accounting (AAA)
- Principle of Least Privilege (POLP)
- Defense in Depth
- Firewalls
- Intrusion Prevention and Detection System (IDS, IPS)
- OWASP Top 10
- Hardening
- Vulnerabilities and threats
- Viruses
- Roles and responsibilities related to security
- Access control and permissions
- Penetration testing
- Security operations centre
- Incident recognition and response
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
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| CRN# | Duration | Delivery | Location | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12163 |
January 7, 2026 to April 9, 2026 |
Lecture | Varies | See full schedule |
Online courses listed without scheduled meeting times can be completed on your own schedule.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
PLAR is assessed through:
1) Challenge exam (may involve scenario-based assessment), or a portfolio review showcasing experience related to cybersecurity, or proof of active professional certification in CISSP or CISM; and
2) an interview with the department leader or designate
† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.