Network and Database Security Essentials
Learn fundamental concepts of network and database security to protect organizations from cyber threats and data breaches.
Learn fundamental concepts of network and database security to protect organizations from cyber threats and data breaches.
This comprehensive course provides essential knowledge in network and database security fundamentals. Students learn about computer networking concepts including TCP/IP, OSI Framework, and routing basics, along with critical security controls and systems. The curriculum covers database vulnerabilities, SQL injection, and data protection strategies. Through practical modules, learners understand how to implement security measures to protect sensitive organizational data from cyber threats. The course emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application of security principles, making it ideal for beginners in cybersecurity.
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What you'll learn
Master TCP/IP Framework and OSI Model fundamentals
Understand network security systems including IPS and IDS
Learn IP addressing and network protocols essentials
Identify and protect against database vulnerabilities
Implement effective data protection strategies
Gain practical knowledge of security tools and best practices
Skills you'll gain
This course includes:
PreRecorded video
Graded assignments, exams
Access on Mobile, Tablet, Desktop
Limited Access access
Shareable certificate
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There are 5 modules in this course
This foundational course covers essential aspects of network and database security. The curriculum is structured into four comprehensive modules, beginning with TCP/IP Framework and networking fundamentals, progressing through IP addressing and OSI Model concepts, and concluding with database security and injection vulnerabilities. Students learn about critical security systems like IPS/IDS, firewalls, and data protection solutions. The course emphasizes practical understanding of security concepts and their real-world applications.
Database Fundamentals
Module 1
SQL Basics and Database Management Fundamentals
Module 2
Database Security and Data Protection Strategies
Module 3
Injection Vulnerabilities
Module 4
Final Assessment and Final Project
Module 5
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Instructors
Dr. Manish Kumar: Expert in Information Security and Digital Forensics, Educator and Consultant
Dr. Manish Kumar holds a PhD in Computer Science from Bangalore University and serves as a faculty member in the Department of Computer Applications at M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology, Bangalore. Specializing in Information Security and Digital Forensics, he has numerous research papers published in prestigious conferences and journals. Beyond academia, Dr. Kumar is actively engaged in research and consultancy, regularly conducting hands-on workshops, technical talks, and training sessions for academic institutions, researchers, law enforcement agencies, and the judiciary. As a technical expert, he contributes to government committees establishing cyber forensic labs for law enforcement. He is a life member of CSI, ISTE, ISCA, and IAE, and a senior member of ACM.
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International Business Machines at IBM
The instructor associated with IBM on edX specializes in delivering courses and professional certificates focused on cybersecurity. Their expertise spans foundational topics such as cybersecurity basics, compliance frameworks, database security, and operating system security. They guide learners through essential concepts like identifying cyber threats, encryption, safe browsing practices, and understanding vulnerabilities in networks and databases. These courses are designed for individuals aiming to build careers as cybersecurity analysts or entry-level cloud and security engineers. The instructor emphasizes hands-on learning through practical labs, case studies, and capstone projects. Their training modules cover areas like breach response, digital forensics, penetration testing, and compliance strategies. With a focus on real-world applications, they prepare students to address modern cybersecurity challenges effectively while enhancing their professional portfolios with industry-recognized certifications.
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