Learning objectives

  1. Use the terminal for Linux commands and tools.
  2. Identify types of network-based attacks including DoS, Spoofing, and MITM.
  3. Apply threat modeling to home and personal IoT threats.
  4. Apply best practices for secure device configuration.
  5. Explore the use of cybersecurity tools for pentesting and for exploits.
  6. Identify organizations and tools available to assist with vulnerability assessment and mitigation.
  7. Identify vulnerabilities in web applications including cookie manipulation, input validation, and command injection.

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Intro to Cybersecurity Part 3

Topic ID: 1071

What do we need to do to keep ourselves safe online? How can we protect our identities and the devices we use? What are others doing online that could cause me harm? These questions and more are discussed in the Introduction to Cybersecurity course to help you lead a safer cyber existence.
The hands-on labs utilize the CYBER.ORG Range, which is a no-cost cyber range for all K-12 students and educators. This condensed course covers cybersecurity concepts introduced in Units 8 – 10 of CYBER.ORG’s Intro to Cybersecurity course.

Primary Learning Goal

This 8-hour course introduces educators to cybersecurity concepts to gain knowledge and confidence to teach those concepts to students.

Instructional hours
8
Cost per participant
$0.00
Participant range
10 minimum; 15 maximum
Graduate credit hours
Eligible; check the individual session for university restrictions.

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Available Sessions

  • Intro to Cybersecurity Part 3

    Self-paced enrollment: December 1, 2026 through December 2, 2026, 12:00 am CST

    8 instructional hours · Distance · In-State

    Registration available

  • Intro to Cybersecurity Part 3

    Self-paced enrollment: January 1, 2027 through January 2, 2027, 12:00 am CST

    8 instructional hours · Distance · In-State

    Registration available

  • Intro to Cybersecurity Part 3

    Self-paced enrollment: February 1, 2027 through February 2, 2027, 12:00 am CST

    8 instructional hours · Distance · In-State

    Registration available