- International Fees
International fees are typically 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
Course Overview
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.
Prerequisite(s)
- No prerequisites are required for this course.
Credits
1.0
Domestic fees
$316.77
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:
- Indicates programs accepting international students.
- Indicates programs with a co-op option.
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Cybersecurity Essentials for IT Professionals
Microcredential Part-time
Course Offerings
Winter 2025
Below is one offering of XFSC 7021 for the Winter 2025 term.
CRN 90642
Dates
Sat Feb 01 - Sat Feb 08
- 2 weeks
- CRN 90642
- Domestic fees $316.77
Status
Seats Available
This course offering has seats available.
Class meeting times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 01 - Feb 08 | Sat | 09:00 - 16:30 | Online |
Instructor
TBD
Course outline
Course outline TBD — see Learning Outcomes in the interim.
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 3.12 times the domestic tuition. Exact cost will be calculated upon completion of registration.
- This course will be taught LIVE over two Saturdays online. 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 a basic understanding of computer networks and Linux operating system. This workshop is suitable for people who are handling network administration tasks. It is especially useful to those who are dealing with network security operations. This course is eligible for students to receive funding through the StrongerBC future skills grant at www.bcit.ca/financial-aid/strongerbc-future-skills-grant/. Students will register for the course themselves, and then apply for the StrongerBC future skills grant to cover payment (if eligible). The Winter 2025 StrongerBC future skills grant (FSG) will only be eligible for students continuing their FSG-eligible program that they started in Fall 2024.
Programs and courses are subject to change without notice.