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Quick Facts

Medium Of Instructions	Mode Of Learning	Mode Of Delivery
English	Self Study	Video and Text Based

Course Overview

The course introduction to cyber security is offered by the Swayam platform under the guidance of MHRD [Ministry of Human Resource Development]. The duration for this course is 12 weeks and it is of undergraduate level. The introduction to cyber security training course offered here is a government-certified course and is free of cost. The enrolled candidate can achieve certification by paying a certain fixed amount according to the guidelines of the Swayam platform.

The category of students who can enroll themselves for this introduction to cyber security certification course in computer science and engineering students. All the students who are interested in taking this course can avail the course material, videos, references, and guidance of the instructor online only.

This course is highly recommended for students who are involved in computer science and engineering. This introduction to cyber security classes course is free of cost and is a government-certified course which makes this course easily accessible to different sections of society as well as unique and beneficial.

The Highlights

Online course
Government certified course
Delivered under the guidance of MHRD [Ministry of Human Resource Development]
The duration for this course is 12 weeks
Interactive learning
App based learning
Free of cost course
The carefully designed structure of the course by the experts
Instructed by Dr. Jeetendra Pande who is very popular and experienced in his field

Programme Offerings

Online study
video lectures
Books
references

Courses and Certificate Fees

Certificate Availability	Certificate Providing Authority
yes	Uttarakhand Open University (UOU)

Eligibility Criteria

Education

Educational background in computer science and engineering is required.

Certification qualifying details

The introduction to cyber security classes course introduction to cyber security which is offered by the Swayam platform is a free offering but for acquiring certification for this course the enrolled candidates can pay a fixed amount according to the guidelines of the Swayam platform. Additionally, the candidates have to fulfill the criteria of 20 marks for internal assessment and 80 marks for proctored examination to gain certification of this course.

What you will learn

Knowledge of Cyber Security

After successful completion of this course of introduction to cyber security candidates will gain important insights on-

Generating and enhancing awareness about cyber security and cyber ethics.
To help the enrolled candidates to become responsible cyber citizens and participate safely in the rapidly evolving information-age society.
The programme addresses information gaps that will help candidates in getting a deep understanding of cyber security.
This introduction to cyber security training course can be used as a foundation course in cyber security across all the universities.

Who it is for

Ethical HackerComputer ProgrammerSoftware EngineerSystem Security Analyst

The Introduction to Cyber Security programme is best suited for:

Students who are from Computer Science and Engineering programme

Admission Details

The procedure for getting admission is direct and simple. You can follow the below-mentioned steps for the admission procedure-

Step 1: Initially, the candidates have to check in the Swayam platform and visit the programme URL https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/

Step 2: This will lead the candidates on the course details page wherein the entire details of the programme will be found.

Step 3: Thereafter click on Join and fill in the details to enroll in the programme.

The Syllabus

Introduction to Cyber Space

History of Internet
Cyber Crime
Information Security
Computer Ethics and Security Policies

Choosing the Best Browser according to the requirement and email security

Guidelines to choose web browsers
Securing web browser
Antivirus
Email security
Quiz

Guidelines for secure password and wi-fi security

Guidelines for setting up a Secure password
Two-steps authentication
Password Manager
Wi-Fi Security
Quiz

Guidelines for social media and basic Windows security

Guidelines for social media security
Tips and best practices for safer Social Networking
Basic Security for Windows
User Account Password
Quiz

Smartphone security guidelines

Introduction to mobile phones
Smartphone Security
Android Security
IOS Security
Quiz

Cyber Security Initiatives in India

Counter Cyber Security Initiatives in India
Cyber Security Incident Handling
Cyber Security Assurance
Quiz

Online Banking, Credit Card and UPI Security

Online Banking Security
Mobile Banking Security
Security of Debit and Credit Card
UPI Security
Quiz

Micro ATM, e-wallet and POS Security

Security of Micro ATMs
e-wallet Security Guidelines
Security Guidelines for Point of Sales(POS)
Quiz

Social Engineering

Social Engineering
Types of Social Engineering
How Cyber Criminal Works
How to prevent being a victim of Cyber Crime
Quiz

Cyber Security Threat Landscape and Techniques

Cyber Security Threat Landscape
Emerging Cyber Security Threats
Cyber Security Techniques
Firewall
Quiz

IT Security Act and Misc. Topics

IT Act
Hackers-Attacker-Countermeasures
Web Application Security
Digital Infrastructure Security
Defensive Programming
Quiz

Information Destroying and Recovery Tools

Recovering from Information Loss
Destroying Sensitive Information
CCleaner for Windows
Quiz

Evaluation process

This introduction to cyber security classes course is free of cost but the enrolled candidates can take certification of this programme by paying a certain fixed amount according to the guidelines of the Swayam platform. Additionally, the enrolled candidates have to achieve 20 marks for internal assessment and 80 marks for proctored examination to gain a course completion certificate.

Uttarakhand Open University (UOU) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

1: What is the significance of this Online Introduction to Cyber Security course?

This course is highly beneficial for computer science and engineering students and can play a game changer for them in their careers.

2: What is the significance of this course from the Swayam platform?

All the courses pursued from the Swayam platform are absolutely free of cost and are government certified courses.

3: What is the cost of this course?

This course if pursued from the Swayam platform is absolutely free of cost but for the certification of this course, you have to pay a certain amount according to the guidelines of the Swayam platform.

4: When do I have to pay for the certification of this course?

After completion of this course, you can pay a fixed amount as per the guidelines of the Swayam platform to get a certification.

5: How can I access the course material?

Every enrolled candidate can access the course material which is designed by the experts.

6: How will I get the course material?

After enrolling yourself you will get the course materials 100 percent online. Additionally, references and quizzes are also included in the curriculum.

7: What if some doubts arise?

Candidate can ask directly from the instructor otherwise they can download video lectures as well.

8: When can I attend the lectures of Introduction to Cyber Security course?

Generally, timings are flexible for attending the lectures.

9: How will this benefit my professional career?

This course can benefit your career as you will learn another skill which you can then add in your resume.

10: How will this course benefit my academic record?

The credits you gain on the Swayam platform can be transferred on your academic record and can benefit you there as well.