The Introduction to Cybercrimes course is a comprehensive 30-hour micro-credential designed to equip entry-level learners with a foundational understanding of the various types of cyber crimes, associated risk factors, and how cyber crime is investigated and prevented. The Micro Credential program will be delivered using a hybrid delivery model including:
The total of 30 hours will be delivered over 3 weeks, with 10 hours per week, as outlined below:
Computek College reserves the right to reschedule or cancel due to low enrollment
Module 1: Introduction
Estimated Hours: 1 hr
Includes: Overview of the cyber world, common cybercrimes, and group discussion
Module 2: Investigating Cybercrimes
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Role of law enforcement, civil and international investigations, and discussion on investigative approaches
Module 3: Hardware of Cyber Criminals
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Basics of computer systems, data storage methods, and their role in cybercrime with discussion
Module 4: Networking
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Computer communication, networking speed, policy frameworks, and discussion-based analysis
Module 5: Hacking
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: History of hacking, famous and modern hackers, and interactive discussion on hacking culture
Module 6: Malware
Estimated Hours: 3.5 hrs
Includes: Types of malware, malware writers, and structured class discussion
Module 7: Intellectual Property Violations
Estimated Hours: 3.5 hrs
Includes: Digital piracy, profiles of digital pirates, and discussion on intellectual property rights
Module 8: Fraud & Other Economic Crimes
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Economic crime types, identity theft, and discussion on real-world case studies
Module 9: Sexual Crimes
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Exploration of online pornography and prostitution, with ethical and legal discussion
Module 10: Child Pornography Investigations
Estimated Hours: 3 hrs
Includes: Investigation of child pornography, child abuse cases, and understanding typologies with guided discussion
Final Assessment
Estimated Hours: 1 hr
Includes: Summative evaluation through auto-graded quizzes and instructor-marked scenario-based questions. Successful completion results in a digital credential.