Ferro Technics Institute of Technology

Diploma In Cybersecurity
One - Year Vocational
Diploma Program

Fall Semester Start: September 30th 2025
Location: Online, On site & Hybrid.

Program Overview

Step into the high-demand world of cybersecurity with our 1-Year Ontario College Advanced Diploma in Cybersecurity. Designed across 3 intensive semesters, this program equips you with both foundational knowledge and hands-on training in network security, ethical hacking, threat detection and so much more.
Whether you're a high-schoool graduate, or a professional seeking a career switch, this program is your gateway to cybersecurity - no prior IT background needed.

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Career- Ready Skills You'll Learn

Our curriculum is created by experienced educators and security experts to ensure you graduate job-ready. Core learning outcomes include:

  • Network Security and Infrastructure Protection
  • Ethical Hacking and Penetration Testing
  • Threat Detection and Incident Response
  • Risk Management and Compliance
  • Data Protection and Cyber Law Awareness
  • Real-World Projects + Mentorship from Industry Experts

Career Opportuities

This diploma opens doors to entry-level roles in cybersecurity, such as:

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Network Security Technician
  • Information Security Specialist
  • SOC (Security Operations Center) Analyst
  • Penetration Tester
  • IT Security Support Officer

Plus, you’ll benefit from career guidance and job placement assistance to
help you land your first cybersecurity role.

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Flexible Study Formats

Choose the format that fits your lifestyle:

  • Onsite - Attend classes at our campus in Ontario
  • Online - Learn from anywhere in the world
  • Hybrid - Make your own schedule that suits best your needs.
Course Name
Instruction Hours
Course Details
Information Security
70
In this course, students will gain an understanding of information security, security management, and security domains.
Network Systems and Countermeasures
70
This course covers network security fundamentals, such as how hackers get access to online networks and how to utilize firewalls and VPNs as security remedies. Students study security from both a managerial and a technical standpoint.
Legal and Ethical Issues in IT Security
60
This course examines the legal and ethical challenges that arise in the field of information technology.
Security Policies
75
Students examine the fundamental parts of a written information security policy's structure and language, as well as typical policy content and other related documents, such as, procedure, standards, guidelines, and baselines.
Operating Systems Security
75
This course introduces defence strategies through understanding of system and file permissions, password, identity and access management, the system Registry, Malware prevention, and encryption.
Wireless and Mobile Device Security
75
This course investigates the transition from wired to wireless networking and its implications for business.
Course Name
Instruction Hours
Course Details
Mobile Application Security Design
68
The fundamentals of detecting and exploiting defects in mobile applications on the iOS, Android, Blackberry, and Windows Mobile platforms are covered in this course.
Ethical Hacking and Network Defense
75
This course teaches students how to identify and fix vulnerabilities in information systems infrastructure.
Ethical Hacker Tools and Incident Response
71
Students investigate how assaults target networks and the methods used to carry them out.
Network Security and Penetration Testing
68
Students investigate network security, focusing on the most recent threats and flaws.
Computer Forensics
75
The goal of this course is to introduce students to computer forensics and investigation procedures.
Career Planning, Job Search and Employment
48
This course will teach students how to prepare for jobs in cybersecurity industry
Course Name
Instruction Hours
Course Details
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: Attack Phases
70
In a supervised lab setting, students learn how to scan, test, hack, and secure their own computers.
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: Threats & Defense
74
Students will learn how intruders get access to higher levels of power and how to safeguard a system. Students also learn about Trojans and backdoors, among other approaches.
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: Web App. & Data
68
In a supervised lab setting, students learn to scan, test, hack, and secure their own computers. Students will learn how intruders escalate their privileges and how to safeguard a system.
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: Edge Devices
70
Students will learn about cryptography, hacking wireless networks, and avoiding network security mechanisms in this course (i.e. IDS, Firewalls, and Honeypots).
Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures: Cloud Computing and Endpoint Devices
68
Students will learn how to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in cloud computing environments and across various endpoint devices, focusing on maintaining secure system operations.
Capstone Project
90
This initiative connects diverse program areas of study, cuts over subject matter borders, and emphasizes unifying principles in order to improve student performance. The emphasis is on building connections, which allows students to engage in relevant, meaningful activities that are linked to and performed in real life.

Why Choose Us Over Other Programs?

There are many cybersecurity courses in Canada—but none like ours.

  • Backed by Ontario College Advanced Diploma credentials at Ontario campus
  • Designed by educators with real-world experience
  • Developed using a job-oriented curriculum , not just theory
  • Tailored to students with or without an IT background
  • Affordable, accessible, and flexible
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Next Intake: September 2025

We accept students on a rolling basis. Don't miss your chance to join this in-demand field.

  • Tuition Fee: Tuition and fees vary for domestic & international students. After submitting your application, you will receive an email with detailed information about tuition and available scholarships.
  • Scholarships & Discounts: Scholarships are available based on previous education and relevant work experience.

Computer Requirements

  • 16GB RAM minimum
  • 256 GB SSD Hard Drive
  • Quad Core i7 2.4GHz or more
  • Video card (2GB RAM minimum / 4GB RAM recommended)
  • Webcam

Admission Requirements

  • Canadian High School Certificate of Completion or equivalency certificate or international qualificaions form the accredition institutions listed below:
    https:///www.bcit.ca/ices/eca/
    https://www.alberta.ca/igas-immigration
    https://www.wes.org/eca/
    https//www.icascanada.ca/
    https:///learn.utoronto.ca/comparative-education-service
  • Alternate Admission Test to Hight school certification: Wonderlic SLE with a minimum score of 16.
  • IELTS english proficiency (For international students)

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Cybersecurity Career Today

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