Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
MLS-0104
Organization:
Location:
Online
Length:
35 weeks (187 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 cybersecurity essentials
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 networking fundamentals
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 cloud computing
Description

Objective:

This course is offered through Coursera, which is an ACE Authorized Instructional Platform.

The course objective is to learn cybersecurity concepts and how they apply to a business environment, discuss threat mitigation strategies from an enterprise perspective, apply effective cybersecurity policy measures within an Azure environment, and practice on tools like MS defender, Azure Active Directory and more. When learners complete this program, they’ll have tangible examples to talk about in job interviews and also be prepared to take the Microsoft SC-900 Certification Exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Analyze the cybersecurity landscape and learn core concepts foundational to security, compliance, and identity solutions.
  • Develop and implement threat mitigation strategies by applying effective cybersecurity measures within an Azure environment.
  • Examine the vulnerabilities of an organization’s network and mitigate attacks on network infrastructures to protect data.
  • Demonstrate your new skills with a capstone project and prepare for the industry-recognized Microsoft SC-900 Certification exam.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in portfolio-ready projects

General Topics:

  • Computers and Operating Systems and Security
  • Networking and Cloud Computing
  • Cybersecurity Threat Vectors and Mitigation
  • Cybersecurity Identity and Access Solutions using Azure AD
  • Cybersecurity Solutions and Microsoft Defender
  • Cybersecurity Tools and Technologies
  • Cybersecurity Management and Compliance
  • Advanced Cybersecurity Concepts
  • Microsoft SC-900 Exam Preparation and Practice
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises
  • Project-based Instruction

Methods of Assessment:

  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials