Award Level 2 in Cyber Security

This course will allow students to learn about cybercrime. Learners will investigate the accidental and malicious security threats that exist to IT systems and data. They will learn about system vulnerabilities and the tools and techniques used to protect users from risks and potential damage, including loss of data, loss of data integrity and unauthorised access to data. Looking at the following assessment criteria: 1.1 Describe the types of threat to IT systems and data. 1.2 Explain the factors that affect the vulnerability of IT systems and data. 2.1 Explain measures to protect IT systems and data from current and evolving threats. 2.2 Compare different physical security measures used to protect IT systems and data. 3.1 Create a user access control system to restrict unauthorised access. 3.2 Demonstrate how ethical hacking can be used to protect IT systems and data. 4.1 Summarise the legal requirements and IT security policies and procedures that exist to protect IT systems and data. 4.2 Explain ethical and unethical conduct when using IT systems.

You must make sure you can commit for the whole duration of the course. We expect you to commit to the course by having 90% or above in attendance. You are more likely to be successful if you attend all your lessons. The sessions are face to face at the North Kensington centre. From time to time we reserve the right to have an online lesson.

You will need a USB/Memory stick and a folder. Pens and paper will be required. You will need an access to a computer at home and do some independent studying.