About Cybersecurity Fundamentals
Cybersecurity fundamentals are the basic principles and practices used to protect computer systems, networksand data from cyber threats, unauthorized access, and attacks. It focuses on ensuring confidentiality, integrity, and availability (CIA) of information.
The Cybersecurity Fundamentals course has been designed as a structured 12-week learning program delivered through a Learning Management System (LMS) with Virtual Lab. The objective of this course is to introduce students to the essential concepts of cybersecurity and provide practical exposure to security challenges and solutions in modern digital infrastructure.
The course structure combines content-based learning, activity-based learning, self-learning modules, and virtual laboratory exercises to create a comprehensive and engaging educational experience.
Project Background
This LMS-based course module has been developed as part of the Cybersecurity in Power Systems project funded by AICTE under the MODROB scheme. The initiative aims to modernize laboratory facilities and integrate advanced cybersecurity training tools and virtual learning environments for engineering students.
The project has been implemented at ATME College of Engineering, Mysuru, with the goal of enhancing student competencies in cybersecurity awareness, practical skills, and research in secure power system infrastructure.
Course Structure
These modules introduce fundamental cybersecurity concepts through structured learning materials and guided activities. Each module includes learning materials, interactive activities, Practical exercises using virtual labs, short assessmentsto reinforce conceptual understanding.
Students are exposed to key topics covered in Modules such as:
Module-1: Introduction to Cybersecurity
Module-2: Cyber offence
Module-3: Tools and Methods used in Cybersecurity
Module-4: Cybersecurity Resources
Module-5: Detecting and Evaluating IP address Vulnerabilities
Module-6: Simulating a Password Attack
Module-7: Phishing Attack Simulation
Module-8: Encryption and Decryption
Module-9: WIFI- Hacking with Evil Twin Attack
Module-10: Cybersecurity in Power Systems (Demo)
Module-11: Networks Sniffing and Man in the Middle Attack
Module-12: Penetration Testing with nmap
Module-13: Simulating Denial of Service(DoS) Attack
Module-14:Building a Virtual Private Network
Target Audience:
· UG students
· PG students
· Graduates
· Workingprofessionalswho are interested in learning cybersecurity are eligible to enroll in this course.
Continuous Internal Evaluation and Semester End Exam
· Each module will include a Pre-Assessment (non-graded) and a Post-Assessment, which will consist of an Assessment Quiz. The minimum passing grade is 50%.
· Each student will be given three attempts to successfully complete Post assessment under each Module.
· A final examination will be conducted at the end of the course. The schedule and details of the examination will be communicated to users through their registered email and official announcements.
· The minimum passing grade for the course-end examination is 50%.
