The Stanford Advanced Computer Security Certificate is delivered online via streaming video. Courses may be taken in any order. It is highly recommended that participants start with the Software Security Foundations Certificate.
 

Stanford Advanced Computer Security courses are available online via streaming video, making the curriculum accessible on-demand, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. This cost-effective and convenient alternative works with any schedule and saves travel time and expenses. Each course is accessible for 90 days, allowing participants to repeat lectures as needed. Course materials are available for download from the course homepage to allow for printing and review. A multiple-choice examination and an evaluation form must be completed at the conclusion of each online course.

Technical requirements, PC

• Operating System: Windows XP, Windows Vista, or Windows 7
• Browser: IE 6.0+ (for optimal performance) or FireFox 3.0+
• Media Player: Microsoft Silverlight 2.0+ or Windows Media Player 11+
• Internet Connection: requires a high-speed connection (DSL or cable)

Technical requirements, Mac

• Operating System: Mac OS X 10.4+
• Browser: FireFox 3.0+ or Safari 3.0+
• Media Player: Microsoft Silverlight (install the latest version available for your system, whether Intel [Silverlight 2.0+] or Power PC [Silverlight 1.0]), or QuickTime Player 7.0+ and Flip 4 Mac 2.2+
• Internet Connection: requires a high-speed connection (DSL or cable)

To test your computer setup, view a free course preview.

Technical Support

• Web form: online support ticket
• Email: stanfordonline@stanford.edu
• Phone: 650.736.0774