CYBR 132 Security Awareness in a Digital World
In an increasingly digital world, cybersecurity awareness is essential. This course introduces foundational security principles, covering cyber threats, risk mitigation, and best practices for protecting personal and organizational data. Students will explore desktop and mobile security, cyber hygiene, and safe digital practices while examining the social, political, cultural, and economic impacts of cybersecurity. Discussions on current events and ethical considerations will enhance awareness of emerging threats and responsible digital behavior. By the end of the course, students will be equipped with the knowledge to navigate and safeguard their digital environments effectively.
4 Undergraduate credits
Effective December 14, 2020 to present
Meets graduation requirements for
Learning outcomes
General
- Explain the fundamental principles of digital forensics, including forensic readiness, roles of forensic investigators, and the forensic investigation process.
- Identify various types of digital storage devices, file systems, and formats, and analyze data structures to extract forensic artifacts.
- Demonstrate forensic data acquisition, duplication, and evidence preservation techniques while ensuring chain of custody.
- Examine network traffic, system logs, and web server logs to detect security incidents and analyze cybercrime activities.
- Examine volatile and non-volatile data, including memory, registry, and operating system artifacts, to uncover forensic evidence.
- Explain the legal, ethical, and procedural considerations involved in collecting, preserving, and analyzing digital evidence.
- Apply forensic tools to perform structured forensic investigations, document findings, and prepare professional forensic reports.