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Course Description

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the defensive security strategies, tools, and methodologies used by professional cybersecurity teams. Students will gain hands-on experience in cybersecurity operations, with practical training on industry-standard tools. The course also covers the processes involved in daily security monitoring, including how to collect, document, and respond to information during a cyber attack.

Course Details

Learning Outcomes

By the completion of this course, successful students will be able to:

  • Use defensive cybersecurity tools and techniques
  • Monitor, detect, and respond to cybersecurity incidents
  • Carry out cybersecurity operations and daily monitoring activities
  • Prepare documentation and reporting for security incidents

Course Components:

Lectures (Theory Component):

  • Defensive Security Strategies and Techniques
  • Cybersecurity Operations and Incident Response
  • Tools for Defensive Cybersecurity (SIEM, IDS/IPS, EDR)
  • Daily Security Monitoring and Reporting Processes

Cyber Range-Based Labs (Hands-On Component):

  • Configuring and Using SIEM Tools for Threat Detection
  • Conducting Incident Response and Threat Mitigation Exercises
  • Simulating Security Operations in a Live Environment
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Type
Class
Days
T, W, Th
Time
8:00AM to 5:00PM
Dates
Sep 16, 2025 to Sep 18, 2025
Schedule and Location
Hours
24.0
Delivery Options
Course Fees
Fee Before GST non-credit $3,250.00
Reading List / Textbook
No Textbook Required. 
Section Notes

This course uses Desire2Learn (D2L), an online learning management system. The instructor will post your course outline and other materials in D2L. For more information about D2L, please visit our Online Learning Resources.

Unless otherwise stated, notice of withdrawal or transfer from a course must be received at least seven calendar days prior to the start date of the course.

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