OL 478

Online Learning

Hacker Techniques, Tools and Incident Handling

Students examine and analyze the landscape, key terms and concepts. Security professional need to know about hackers and computer criminals who break into networks, steal information, and corrupt data. Students examine how attacks target networks and the methodology they follow. This course includes mandatory group work. We recommend viewing the course schedule immediately upon logging into the course to view course and group work requirements. Computer Software Requirements: Blank DVD’s and/or 4GB+ memory stick

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Upcoming Sessions

Browse the available offerings below and register for the session that fits your schedule.

  • OnlineClosed

    MAY 12-AUG 18

    Reference number
    CRN 30576
    Course fee$524.80

    Registration closed

  • OnlineOpen

    SEP 08-DEC 15

    Reference number
    CRN 11408
    Course fee$539.80
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Course Materials

Course Textbooks

The following textbooks are required for this course unless otherwise stated. Make sure you have acquired these materials before your course starts.

Please review our textbook website for guidance on purchasing a textbook. If you are unsuccessful in obtaining a textbook, please contact onlinelearning@confederationcollege.ca immediately.

  • Required Textbook

    Hacker Techniques, Tools, and Incident Handling

    by Sean-Philip Oriyano, Michael G. Solomon

    Publisher
    Jones & Bartlett
    Edition
    3rd Ed, 2018
    ISBN9781284172645

    Note: E-text only. Order through Textnet.ca

    Course CodeLA-ISN1604Registration CodeCF-OL478

Online Learning

How this course is delivered

This course is delivered fully online through OntarioLearn, a partnership of Ontario colleges — study from anywhere with an internet connection, on a schedule that fits around work and family.

  • Learn Anytime

    No live lectures — course content is available 24/7.

  • Weekly Structure

    Follow a weekly course schedule with set tasks.

  • Multimedia Content

    Learn through modules, videos, forums, assignments, and quizzes.

  • Instructor Support

    Facilitators are available to answer questions and provide feedback.

  • Independent Learning

    It’s self-study — be ready to push yourself and stay on track.

  • Time Commitment

    Expect around 5–12 hours per week, depending on your familiarity with the subject.