Malware Detection & Protection Basics
Program Overview
Malware Detection & Protection Basics
Program Overview
The Micro-credential in Malware Detection & Protection Basics provides learners with an understanding of the different types of malware and how to protect against them on an individual and organizational level.
Program Details
- The Micro-credential in Malware Detection & Protection Basics consists of four online self-paced courses.
- It takes approximately three to four hours to complete each course.
- Learning is competency-based and students are required to complete all topics and course activities including course readings/videos, Knowledge Checks (quizzes), and assessments.
Entrance Requirements
- The courses and certificate are open to anyone.
- There are no formal admission requirements.
Tuition & Fees
- Application Fee:
- Domestic: $25.00
- International: $50.00
- Tuition:
- Domestic: $91.80 per course + $3.41 Learner Service Fee
- International: $275.40 per course + $3.41 Learner Service Fee
Courses in This Program
- INTL-1000 Where Malware Starts (this course is a prerequisite to all other courses)
- INTL-1005 Identifying Malware Attacks
- INTL-1010 Malware Defenses
- INTL-1015 Malware Investigation (must complete all three previous courses to enroll in this course)
What Will You Learn?
- The fundamental differences between malware, including viruses/worms, keyloggers, rootkits, and ransomware.
- The methods used to recover from malware attacks, including one-key, and two-key encryption.
- How to collect data for digital forensics investigations and how to use publicly available data known as Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) and digital forensics (computer-related evidence) to investigate malware attacks.
Who Should Take This Program?
- This micro-credential is for you if you are exploring the idea of entering the field of cybersecurity or if you want to gain a basic understanding of malware and how to protect against it.
- After completing this program, you may consider taking advanced courses or pursuing an entry-level certification.
Program Outline
Outline:
This micro-credential program consists of four online self-paced courses, each taking approximately 3-4 hours to complete.
Courses:
- INTL-1000 Where Malware Starts: (Prerequisite for all other courses) This course provides an introduction to malware, including its history, types, and how it infects systems.
- INTL-1005 Identifying Malware Attacks: This course teaches how to identify different types of malware attacks, including signs and symptoms, tools, and techniques.
- INTL-1010 Malware Defenses: This course covers various methods for defending against malware attacks, including prevention techniques, security software, and best practices.
Assessment:
Students are required to complete all topics and course activities, including readings, videos, knowledge checks (quizzes), and assessments.
Teaching:
The program is delivered online and self-paced.
Careers:
This program can help individuals become more employable by organizations seeking employees with a basic understanding of malware.
Other:
- This program is open to anyone and there are no formal admission requirements.
- The program costs $91.80 per course ($275.40 for international students) plus a $3.41 learner service fee.
- The program application can be completed via EducationPlannerBC.
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