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High School Computer and Network Security Fundamentals

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Suggested Prerequisites

Digital Information Technology

Description

Have you or someone you know ever had personal information compromised? This inspiring course covers the fundamentals of computer safety, network security, and prevention of digital attacks. 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 in one of the fastest-growing industries: Cybersecurity. This course provides honors-level elective credit. Digital Information Technology, Computer Networking & Security Fundamentals, and Cybersecurity Essentials make up the Applied Cybersecurity Program of Study.

Module One: Cybersecurity and You

-Cybersecurity 101

-Hackers and Cybersecurity Threats

-Computer Components

-Operating Systems


Module Two: Networking Fundamentals

-Computer Networks

-OSI Model

-Network Devices

-Opportunities in Cybersecurity


Module Three: Access Control

-Network Security

-Access Control

-Authentication

-Remote Access Technologies

Module Four: Virtual Computing

-Virtual Computing Basics

-Virtualization and Hypervisors

-Virtualization and Security

-Common Protocols and Services


Module Five: Protecting Data

-Data Protection

-Physical and Virtual Data Protection

-Configuring Firewalls and Routers

-Network Monitoring


Module Six: Challenges and Trends

-Cyber Terrorism

-Security Breaches

-Social Engineering and Physical Security

-The Future of Cybersecurity

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