Course Overview
Cybersecurity Awareness & Fundamentals is the first part of our comprehensive 6-month foundational program, specifically designed for students with minimal technical background who are wondering about cybersecurity. This 3-month beginner-friendly course introduces you to the digital world and cyber threats through structured learning that progresses from basic digital safety to understanding complex attack vectors. Students learn through practical exercises including setting up secure personal devices, creating cybersecurity improvement plans, and hands-on projects that reinforce theoretical concepts. The course follows a manageable pace of 1.5-2 hours per day, 6 days per week, ensuring thorough understanding without overwhelming new learners.
Join our Patiala-based training center for hands-on experience in computer networks, networking security, ethical hacking, and advanced cybersecurity techniques. Located near Punjabi University, we provide state-of-the-art lab facilities with real-world network simulations and personalized mentorship.
What You Will Learn
- Introduction to Digital World: Basic computer concepts, internet fundamentals, and digital environment awareness for complete beginners.
- Cyber Threat Landscape: Understanding what cyber threats are, why they exist, and how they impact individuals and organizations.
- Digital Safety Fundamentals: Essential practices for staying safe online, recognizing suspicious activities, and basic protection measures.
- Social Media Privacy: Protecting personal information on social platforms, understanding digital footprints, and privacy settings management.
- Practical Lab Work: Setting up secure personal devices, configuring basic security settings, and hands-on safety implementations.
- Malware Understanding: Types of malicious software, how they spread, symptoms of infection, and basic prevention methods.
- Phishing Awareness: Identifying phishing emails, suspicious links, social engineering tactics, and protective measures.
- Ransomware Basics: Understanding ransomware attacks, prevention strategies, and response procedures for beginners.
- Physical Security: Workplace safety measures, device protection, and understanding physical security importance.
- Project Work: Personal cybersecurity improvement plan development and implementation with practical assessments.
- Password Security: Strong password creation, password manager usage, and multi-factor authentication basics.
- Network Security Awareness: Safe internet browsing, WiFi security, and understanding network risks for non-technical users.
- Data Protection Basics: Personal data backup, secure file sharing, and basic encryption concepts for beginners.
- Incident Response for Individuals: What to do when something goes wrong, reporting procedures, and recovery steps.
- Security Maintenance: Ongoing security practices, software updates, and maintaining cybersecurity awareness.
Course Curriculum
- Cybersecurity Fundamentals: Introduction to digital world and cyber threats - Basic concepts and terminology
- Secure Device Configuration Lab: Setting up secure personal devices with guided instructions
- Internet Safety Protocols: Understanding the internet, websites, and digital communications
- Browser Security Workshop: Secure browser setup and safe browsing practices
- Social Media Security: Social media privacy and digital footprint awareness
- Personal Security Planning: Personal cybersecurity improvement plan development
- Security Tools Introduction: Basic security tools and protective software introduction
- Foundation Assessment: Comprehensive knowledge evaluation and practical demonstration
- Attack Vector Analysis: Types of cyber attacks - malware, phishing, ransomware explained simply
- Threat Detection Training: Recognizing suspicious emails, links, and online content
- Physical Security Assessment: Physical security and workplace safety measures
- Security Implementation Project: Creating personal security checklist and implementation
- Authentication Management: Creating and managing strong passwords with practical tools
- Network Security Awareness: Understanding WiFi security, safe connections, and network risks
- Data Protection Strategies: Backing up important files and basic data security practices
- Capstone Security Project: Comprehensive security implementation and maintenance plan
Career Opportunities
- Security Awareness Coordinator: Help organizations develop and implement security awareness programs
- IT Support Assistant: Provide basic technical support with strong security awareness background
- Cybersecurity Advocate: Promote security best practices in community or organizational settings
- Preparation for Advanced Training: Strong foundation for Part 2 (Information Security Auditing) and other specialized cybersecurity courses
- Personal Security Expert: Protect yourself, family, and small business digital assets effectively
- Compliance Assistant: Entry-level support roles in organizations with security compliance requirements
Certification Benefits
Upon successful completion, you will receive a globally recognized certificate validating your cybersecurity awareness and fundamental security knowledge. This certification demonstrates your commitment to digital safety and prepares you for Part 2 of the foundational program or entry-level cybersecurity positions.
Web Tech SEO Association Certification Partner: Our partnership ensures that your Cybersecurity Awareness & Fundamentals certification meets international standards for security awareness training and provides a solid foundation for advanced cybersecurity learning paths.
Training Format & Batches
- Time Commitment: 1.5-2 hours per day, 6 days per week for 3 months
- Learning Approach: This beginner-friendly program combines:
- Interactive Theory Sessions: Clear explanations without technical jargon
- Hands-on Lab Practice: Practical exercises with step-by-step guidance
- Real-world Projects: Personal cybersecurity improvement plans and implementations
- Progress Tracking: Regular assessments to ensure understanding before moving forward
- Flexible Scheduling: Morning, afternoon, evening, and weekend batch options available