Cybersecurity
Graduate Certificate · 4 Semesters
This 2-year Ontario College Graduate Certificate in Cybersecurity prepares graduates for positions in information security. Using a hands-on approach through labs, projects, and case studies, students build skills in ethical hacking, network security, incident response, forensics, and cloud security. The curriculum covers risk analysis, vulnerability management, and cybersecurity law and ethics. Students gain real-world experience through a co-operative education work term. Graduates are prepared for certifications including CompTIA Security+, PenTest+, (ISC)² SSCP, and EC-Council CEH. Note: Fall 2026 intake suspended; resumption expected Winter 2027.
| Credential | Graduate Certificate |
| Length | 4 Semesters |
| Campuses | Timmins |
| Start dates | Winter 2027 |
| OCAS code | T200 |
Courses
- CS1004 — Windows Server Fundamentals
- CS1014 — Information Security Fundamentals
- CS1024 — Linux Server Fundamentals
- CS1034 — Networking Fundamentals
- CS1044 — Scripting Fundamentals
- CS2004 — Cloud Security
- CS2014 — Cybersecurity Risk Management
- CS2024 — Ethical Hacking
- CS2034 — Digital Forensics
- CS2044 — Intrusion Detection and Prevention
- CS3003 — Work Experience Preparation
- CS3004 — Cybersecurity Law and Ethics
- CS3014 — Vulnerability Management Fundamentals
- CS3024 — Network Forensics and Incident Response
- CS3034 — Network Security Fundamentals
- CS3044 — Security Operations Centre Fundamentals
- CS4008 — Cybersecurity Work Term/Capstone
Source: https://www.northerncollege.ca/program/cybersecurity/