Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking

🧭 Course Title

Certificate in Cyber Security and Ethical Hacking

Duration: 4–6 Months
Eligibility: 10th Pass or above
Mode: Theory + Practical (Lab-based learning)
Level: Certificate / Vocational
Recommended by: AICPE / NIELIT style modular structure

📘 Module-wise Syllabus

Module 1: Introduction to Cyber Security

• What is Cyber Security?

• Importance of Cyber Security in today’s world

• Types of Cyber Attacks (Malware, Phishing, Ransomware, etc.)

• Categories of Cyber Crimes

• Difference between Cyber Crime and Cyber Security

• Roles & Responsibilities of a Cyber Security Expert
  
  

Module 2: Fundamentals of Computers & Networking

• Computer hardware basics (CPU, RAM, Hard Disk, etc.)

• Operating systems (Windows, Linux introduction)

• Networking basics: LAN, WAN, Internet, IP address, DNS, MAC address

• OSI and TCP/IP Models

• Network devices (Router, Switch, Firewall)

• Network topologies and cable types
  
  

Module 3: Operating System Security

• Windows Security Settings and Policies

• User Account Control and Permissions

• Antivirus and Firewall configuration

• Introduction to Linux for Security Professionals

• Linux commands for file and network security
  
  

Module 4: Threats, Vulnerabilities & Attacks

• Virus, Worm, Trojan, Spyware, Adware

• Keyloggers and Rootkits

• Social Engineering Attacks

• Phishing, Smishing, Vishing

• Denial of Service (DoS) and DDoS Attacks

• Botnets and Zero-day attacks
  
  

Module 5: Cryptography & Data Protection

• What is Cryptography?

• Types of Encryption: Symmetric & Asymmetric

• Hashing algorithms (MD5, SHA)

• Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)

• SSL/TLS Certificates

• Digital Signatures and Certificates
  
  

Module 6: Ethical Hacking Basics

• What is Ethical Hacking?

• Legal vs Illegal Hacking

• Phases of Hacking (Reconnaissance, Scanning, Gaining Access, Maintaining Access, Covering Tracks)

• Tools used in Hacking (Nmap, Wireshark, Metasploit, Burp Suite)

• Setting up a Hacking Lab (using VirtualBox & Kali Linux)
  
  

Module 7: Web & Network Security

• Website Architecture and Working

• Common Website Attacks: SQL Injection, XSS, CSRF

• Securing a Website and Web Server

• Firewall, IDS, IPS concepts

• Wi-Fi Security & Cracking Basics

• Secure Network Design Principles
  
  

Module 8: Cyber Laws & Ethics

• Overview of Indian IT Act 2000

• Cyber Crime Investigation Procedures

• Digital Evidence & Chain of Custody

• Online Fraud, Cyber Bullying, Privacy Protection

• Cyber Law Penalties and Case Studies
  
  

Module 9: Digital Forensics & Incident Response

• Introduction to Digital Forensics

• Collecting and Preserving Digital Evidence

• Hard Disk and Email Forensics

• Log Analysis and Event Monitoring

• Handling Cyber Incidents and Reporting
  
  

Module 10: Emerging Areas of Cyber Security

• Cloud Security Concepts

• Mobile & IoT Security

• AI in Cyber Security

• Cyber Hygiene and Best Practices

• Career Options in Cyber Security
  
  

🧪 Practicals / Lab Work

Students will perform hands-on activities such as:

• Installing & configuring firewalls

• Using antivirus & encryption software

• Scanning networks with Nmap

• Analyzing packets with Wireshark

• Testing a sample website for vulnerabilities

• Password security & cracking demonstrations (in safe lab mode)

• Preparing a mini-project (Report on network scanning & threat report)
  
  

🧾 Assessment

• Theory Exam (50 Marks)

• Practical Exam (30 Marks)

• Project / Viva (20 Marks)