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Introduction to Cybersecurity (DCOM 105)

Credit Course

3 credits

$124 per credit

in-county, fees apply

Online, Blended

Is an introductory course aimed at providing cybersecurity essentials in today's digitally connected world. Staying safe online, and protecting digital assets is a valuable life skill. Students will learnhow to identify and avoid phishing attempts, social engineering attacks, and common social engineering scams and will practice cyber hygiene. The national and global economic impact of cybercrime on business, education, healthcare, and financial sectors will be discussed. Course offered every fall, spring and may be offered during additional sessions.

Corequisite(s): ACLT 053 or (ESOL 052 and ESOL 054.
General Education: Information Technology (I).

Sections

Summer 2026 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 06/01/2026 - 07/11/2026
    • Course ID: #53803

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

    Note: NOTE: This section meets during the six week session

Fall 2026 ( Sections)

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 09/28/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #93486

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:00 a.m. - 12:20 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      T
      Location: Catonsville, HTEC 101E
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #93525

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #92997

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      6:00 - 7:30 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      T
      Location: Online
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #93526

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #93487

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Online
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #93488

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3

  • Section Meeting Times:

    • Time:
      11:00 a.m. - 1:40 p.m.
      Days of Week:
      W
      Location: Essex, ADMN 327
    • Time:
      Flexible Time
      Location: Online

    Section Information:

    • Format: Blended
    • 0 Available Seats
    • Dates: 08/31/2026 - 12/20/2026
    • Course ID: #92897

    Credit Hours: 3

    Billable Hours: 3