Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive, hands-on introduction to ethical hacking and penetration testing, designed to take learners from the basics of networking and programming all the way to advanced exploitation, Active Directory attacks, and professional pentesting practices.
Through practical labs, real-world attack simulations, and structured methodology, participants will gain the knowledge and skills required to perform security assessments, identify vulnerabilities, exploit systems ethically, and report findings professionally.
Who Is This Course For?
- Beginners interested in cybersecurity and ethical hacking.
- IT professionals and system administrators looking to strengthen security skills.
- Cybersecurity students preparing for certifications such as PNPT, CEH, or OSCP.
- Developers who want to understand security weaknesses in applications.
- Anyone aiming to start a career in penetration testing or red teaming.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will:
- Understand core networking, Linux, and Python skills for hacking.
- Apply the Ethical Hacking Methodology to real-world scenarios.
- Conduct reconnaissance, scanning, and vulnerability assessments.
- Exploit systems using manual techniques and tools like Metasploit.
- Perform post-exploitation tasks including pivoting, maintaining access, and cleanup.
- Attack and defend Active Directory environments.
- Test and exploit web application vulnerabilities based on OWASP Top 10.
- Conduct wireless penetration testing.
- Prepare professional pentest reports and legal documents.
- Gain career insights into cybersecurity and penetration testing.
Learning Outcomes
After completing the course, participants will be able to:
- Set up and manage a penetration testing lab safely.
- Use tools like Nmap, Burp Suite, Nessus, and Mimikatz effectively.
- Perform reconnaissance, scanning, and enumeration.
- Exploit buffer overflows and develop exploits.
- Enumerate and attack Active Directory environments.
- Conduct web application security testing against real vulnerabilities.
- Execute wireless penetration testing attacks.
- Write professional pentest reports for clients or employers.
- Follow industry best practices and legal considerations for ethical hacking.
Why Learn Practical Ethical Hacking?
- High Demand: Cybersecurity professionals are in critical demand globally.
- Hands-On Training: Learn by doing with real-world labs.
- Career Opportunities: Build a skill set aligned with certifications (PNPT, CEH, OSCP).
- Real-World Relevance: Practice against realistic attack vectors.
- Freelance & Corporate Potential: Skills can be applied in consultancy, corporate defense, or freelance projects.
Who Needs This Training?
- Students seeking entry into cybersecurity.
- IT professionals aiming to upgrade their security expertise.
- Penetration testers and bug bounty hunters.
- Companies training internal IT/security staff.
Certification
Upon completion, learners will receive a Certificate from Artin Institute of Dubai verifying competence in Ethical Hacking, Reconnaissance, Exploitation, Active Directory attacks, and Pentest Reporting.
Join Us Today
At Artin Institute, we don’t just teach hacking—we train professional ethical hackers. By the end of this course, you will be ready to perform real-world penetration tests and pursue certifications like PNPT, CEH, or OSCP.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
- Do I need prior hacking knowledge?
No, this course starts with networking, Linux, and Python basics.
- Will I be hacking real systems?
No, you’ll practice in a safe lab environment designed for learning.
- Do I need coding skills?
Basic Python is taught in the course, no prior coding required.
- Is this course legal?
Yes. You’ll learn ethical hacking under legal guidelines.
- Which tools will I learn?
Nmap, Burp Suite, Nessus, Metasploit, BloodHound, Mimikatz, Hashcat, and more.
- Does this prepare me for certifications?
Yes, it aligns with PNPT, CEH, OSCP foundations.
- Can I work as a freelancer after this?
Yes. Ethical hacking and pentest reporting are in high demand.
- What industries need ethical hackers?
Banking, healthcare, telecom, government, IT, and startups.
- How long is the course?
On average 10–12 weeks with 3–5 hours weekly study.
- What will I have at the end?
Practical skills, real-world projects, and a professional certificate.
