ETHICAL HACKING: Course Syllabus and Learning Manual
Abstract
This syllabus introduces the foundational module of the Ramanujan Institute’s Ethical Hacking and Cybersecurity Programme. The course provides a rigorous overview of the fundamental principles of information security, including confidentiality, integrity, availability, risk assessment methodologies, and defense-in-depth strategies.
Students are introduced to the formal distinctions between ethical, grey-hat, and malicious hacking, as well as the legal and regulatory frameworks that govern cybersecurity activities worldwide (GDPR, HIPAA, CFAA, and related compliance structures).
The module covers preventive, detective, and corrective security controls, offering hands-on exposure to essential tools such as Kali Linux, Wireshark, and virtual lab environments.
Countermeasures, security policies, audits, and continuous awareness strategies are integrated to ensure a comprehensive understanding of modern security practices.
The practical component includes configuring an ethical hacking lab, enabling students to simulate secure, real-world testing environments.
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