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Training and Opportunities Centre of Ottawa
Fundamentals of Cybersecurity
Practical Foundations for Security+ & CEH
The Fundamentals of Cybersecurity course is a 40-hour, hands-on training
program designed to take learners from zero to job-ready fundamentals in cybersecurity. The
curriculum aligns with the core knowledge domains of CompTIA Security+ and EC-Council
CEH, without being affiliated with or endorsed by these certification bodies.
This course provides a structured, practical entry point for:
Individuals starting from scratch in cybersecurity
IT professionals transitioning into security roles
Career switchers seeking a credible, skills-based foundation
For ensuring that concepts are not only
understood but operationalized.
60
Practical
40
Theory
What You Will Learn
We will teach you how to think, operate, and respond like a cybersecurity professional. By the end of the course, you will have practical exposure to the same technical and analytical competencies expected from entry-level Security+ and CEH holders.
You will learn how to:
1
Understand and apply core cybersecurity principles, including confidentiality, integrity,
availability, risk, and defense-in-depth.
2
Identify, analyze, and respond to common cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and attack vectors
3
Perform basic security assessments and interpret vulnerability and scan results
4
Apply network, system, and application security controls in real-world scenarios
5
Understand ethical hacking concepts, attack methodologies, and adversary techniques from a defensive and ethical perspective
6
Use industry-standard tools and labs to simulate attacks, defenses, and incident scenarios
7
Implement security best practices aligned with enterprise and regulatory expectations
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to:
1
Demonstrate foundational cybersecurity competence comparable to an entry-level Security+ or CEH candidate
2
Explain and apply security controls, threat models, and mitigation strategies
3
Recognize and respond to common cyberattacks and security incidents
4
Communicate security risks and findings in a professional and structured manner
5
Confidently pursue CompTIA Security+ and/or CEH certification preparation
6
Transition into further cybersecurity training, certifications, or junior security roles withconfidence
This course does not grant any official certification, but it provides the knowledge, skills, and confidence expected of certification candidates.
Instructor Profile
This course is delivered by a qualified and certified cybersecurity professional, holding recognized industry credentials including:
CompTIA Security+
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
Learners benefit from real-world experience, not just academic theory.
Important Disclosure
This course is independent training and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially partnered with CompTIA or EC-Council. All certification names are referenced strictly for curriculum alignment and skills benchmarking.