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High School Cybersecurity Essentials

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Suggested Prerequisites

Algebra 1, If taking the course as part of the Web Application Development and Programming Program of Study, Digital Information Technology, Computer and Network Security Fundamentals

Description

Have you or someone you know ever had personal information compromised? This inspiring course covers defensive strategies for computer, mobile device, and network security. You’ll experience a hands-on approach to security strategies, expand your computer and networking security techniques, and improve your problem-solving skills. You will also explore numerous employment opportunities and prepare for one of the fastest-growing industries: cybersecurity. Cybersecurity Essentials is the third course in the Applied Cybersecurity program of study in the Information Technology career cluster.

Module One: Preserving Cybersecurity

-security breaches

-intrusion

-cyberattacks

-defense mechanisms

-careers in preserving cybersecurity


Module Two: Vulnerabilities

-footprinting and port scanning

-DoS and DDoS Attacks

-attack Mechanisms

-cryptographic Algorithms

-cryptography and Digital Signatures


Module Three: Access Control

-types of access control

-firewalls

-intrusion prevention

-access management

-access control careers/CIRT

NCAA-Approved Courses

Our NCAA approved courses are updated often. Please visit the NCAA Eligibility Center and use our school code to see all current eligible courses. The FlexPoint Virtual School NCAA High School code is: 850171 

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