- International Fees
International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course details
This 2-day workshop introduces the usage of Kali Linux to provide security functions. It covers the basics of hacking, including the concept of penetration testing (also known as ethical hacking) and its value in combating cyber threats. This workshop will expose the attendees to the world of cyber crimes. It will also provide hands-on exercises to demonstrate elements of network hacking and to evaluate the security of a network system. The attendee should have a basic understanding of computer networks and Linux operating system. This workshop is suitable for people who are handling network administration tasks. This workshop is especially useful to those who are dealing with network security operations. This course may be eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant. Students register themselves into the course, then apply for the StrongerBC Future Skills Grant to cover payment, if eligible.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$310.50
Course offerings
Spring/Summer 2024
Below is one offering of XFSC 7021 for the Spring/Summer 2024 term.
CRN 68754
Duration
Sat Apr 20 - Sat Apr 27 (2 weeks)
- 2 weeks
- CRN 68754
- Domestic fees $310.50International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees.
Class meeting times
Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
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Apr 20 - Apr 27 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:30 | Online |
Instructor
Bogdan Pirvoaica
Course outline
Domestic fees
$310.50
Important information
- Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information.
- International fees are typically three times the amount of domestic fees. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
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This course will be taught LIVE over two Saturdays online. Attendance is mandatory. Important course information will be sent to you prior to your course start date. Check your myBCIT email account to access this information. The attendee should have some knowledge of an operating system (e.g., Windows 10 or Linux). This workshop is suitable for those Help Desk Support technicians who plan to move into the networking area at work. It is especially useful to those people who are handling network administration tasks. There is no required textbook for this offering.
Status
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain the importance of ethical hacking in securing data in a business environment;
- Compare the functionality of Reconnaissance tools;
- Evaluate the security of a computer network using practical Vulnerability Assessment tools;
- Secure a computer network using Kali Linux commands;
- Assess network security levels using tools pertaining to the fingerprinting and footprinting stages.
Effective as of Spring/Summer 2022
Related Programs
Network Security using Kali Linux (XFSC 7021) is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Cybersecurity Essentials for IT Professionals
Microcredential Part-time
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