CYSC 215 Foundations of Cybersecurity
This course provides a comprehensive introduction to cybersecurity concepts, principles, and practices aligned with the objectives of the CompTIA Security+ certification. Students will develop the foundational skills necessary to secure networks, devices, and data against cyber threats. Topics include threat intelligence, risk management, network security, identity and access management, cryptography, secure application development, incident response, and governance. Students will work hands-on labs, real-world scenarios, and security simulations, as well as learning how to analyze security risks, apply mitigation techniques, and maintain organizational security posture. The course prepares students to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam.