Apllied Penetration Testing
Course provided by Model Institute of Engineering & Technology
5 modules
Step into Applied Penetration Testing and Uncover Real-World Cyber Attacks
5.5 Level NCrF
National Credit Framework
60 Hours
Flexible Learning
Beginner Level
No prior experience required
Micro Credit Course
02 Credit
Course Overview
This course takes learners on a hands-on journey into the world of ethical hacking and penetration testing. Starting with foundational concepts in network and system security, participants learn to identify vulnerabilities, exploit weaknesses safely, and implement effective security measures. Through real-world simulations, practical labs, and structured exercises, learners develop the skills to test and secure systems like professional penetration testers. The course balances theory with application, ensuring participants can both understand attacks and defend against them.
Key Learning Highlights
Gain practical experience in penetration testing tools and techniques.
Learn ethical hacking methodologies, including reconnaissance, scanning, exploitation, and reporting.
Hands-on labs simulating real-world attack scenarios.
Explore network, web application, and system vulnerabilities.
Understand post-exploitation strategies and risk assessment practices.
Learn to generate professional penetration testing reports for clients or internal teams.
Tools & Platforms Used
Nmap
Metasploit
Burp Suite
Wireshark
Kali Linux
Learning Outcome
By the end of this course, students will be able to:
- Conduct thorough vulnerability assessments and penetration tests on networks and systems.
- Identify and exploit common vulnerabilities safely in controlled environments.
- Apply ethical hacking techniques in alignment with legal and organizational standards.
- Analyze test results to recommend security improvements.
- Document findings clearly and create actionable security reports.
- Understand countermeasures to defend against real-world cyber threats.
Master the course with just 3 Modules
This course guides learners from the fundamentals of ethical hacking to advanced penetration testing techniques. Starting with network and system security basics, participants progress to reconnaissance, vulnerability assessment, and exploitation strategies. The journey continues with hands-on labs simulating real-world attacks, culminating in generating professional reports and implementing defensive measures to secure systems effectively.
Advanced Exploit Development
- Analyze target systems and identify weaknesses
- Craft reliable exploits using Metasploit and custom scripts
Payload Design & Delivery
Build and encode custom payloads
Explore delivery vectors and evasion techniques
Data Recovery and Analysis
- Document findings with impact assessment
- Provide remediation suggestions and executive summaries
Roles
Penetration Tester
Security Analyst
Junior Security Engineer
