CPT-120: Introduction to Cybersecurity
- 4 Credit Hours
- Information and Computer Technologies Department
- Summer 2026
Course Description
Designed for students with no security experience or background, this course will cover basic terminology and concepts. Included will be the basics of computers and networking such as Internet Protocol, routing, Domain Name Service, and network devices. This course will introduce students to the basics of cryptography, security management, wireless networking, and organizational policy. Topics will include: an overview of the information security framework, network infrastructure security, security and cryptography, information security policy, and defense in depth. Other topics covered in this course include: basic security terminology and professional terms, network basics, tracert, nslookup, ipconfig, ping, DNS, DoS attacks, overview of malware, rules for avoiding viruses and vulnerabilities. Three class hours, two lab hours.
Register for this CourseCPT-120 Sections for Summer 2026
1 Section Offered
CPT-120, Section SL1
Scheduled Meeting Times
| Type | Location | Date(s) | Day / Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lecture | Online | Jun 1st, 2026 – Aug 7th, 2026 | N/A |
| Laboratory | Online | Jun 1st, 2026 – Aug 7th, 2026 | N/A |
| Type | Lecture |
| Location | Online |
| Date(s) | Jun 1st, 2026 – Aug 7th, 2026 |
| Day / Time | N/A |
| Type | Laboratory |
| Location | Online |
| Date(s) | Jun 1st, 2026 – Aug 7th, 2026 |
| Day / Time | N/A |