CIS 253
Principles of Cyber Security
Elgin Community College · Fall 2026
Catalog description
Prerequisite: None. ^ This course introduces students to the key concepts and practices in information security. Students will explore critical topics such as attack surfaces, cryptography, mobile and endpoint security, identity and access management, infrastructure protection, wireless network defenses, and cloud security. With a strong emphasis on hands-on activities, the course prepares learners to identify and mitigate security vulnerabilities and respond to security incidents. Learners will develop practical skills and theoretical understanding required to protect information systems and data from emerging threats. This course aligns to the goals of the CompTIA Security+ exam certification. (1.2) Proficiency Credit Available (2 TI) Pass/No Credit Not Available
Sections
Current meeting, instructor, credit, and enrollment details
700
FullSeats: 20/20 seats Last recorded: Jul 25, 2026, 9:22 PM- Days & times
- No scheduled meeting time
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 17
- Location
- *
- Instructor
- Mahd M. Alzoubi
701
12 openSeats: 8/20 seats Last recorded: Jul 25, 2026, 9:22 PM- Days & times
- No scheduled meeting time
- Meeting dates
- Aug 24 – Dec 17
- Location
- *
- Instructor
- Mahd M. Alzoubi