In the course students will learn about network security concepts, threats and vulnerabilities, the concept of least privilege, and server hardening. Students will have the opportunity to install and maintain Windows updates, and firewalls, and implement group policy protections.
Prerequisites
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What you will learn
- Firewalls, Intrusion Prevention System (IDS), Intrusion Detection System (IDS)
Principle of Least Privilege (POLP)
Hardening
Encryption - certificates (public, private, certification authority/chains)
HTTPS Transport Security
Vulnerabilities and threats
Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) Triad
Viruses
Roles, access control, and permissions
How to register
This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.
Course schedules
Select your program to see the available course schedules.
Contact us
If you have any question, please email at advising@vcc.ca.
Additional information
Prior learning is assessed through a written and practical challenge exam.
† 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.