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Fundamentals of Cybersecurity (2020)

Description

In this lesson, students will learn about the essential internal components that make up a computer. Component categories include the motherboard (system board), firmware (BIOS), CPU (processor), GPU (graphics processor), storage, cooling, and NIC (network adapter).

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Explain the purpose of common internal computing components such as motherboards, BIOS, RAM, and more.
Description

In this lesson, students will learn and explain the purposes and use of various peripheral types. They will classify the peripherals as input or output devices and explore different ways of installing them on a laptop or PC.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Explain the purposes and uses of various peripheral types
  • Classify common types of input/output device interfaces.
  • Explain how to install common peripheral devices to a laptop/PC
Description

In this lesson, students will learn about different networking devices that allow devices to connect to other devices as well as the Internet. They will also learn different networking connection methods such as using dialup, DSL, coax cables, and fiber optic cables.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Compare and contrast common Internet service types
  • Compare and contrast common networking hardware devices
  • Explain basic cable types, features, and their purposes
Description

In this lesson, students will learn about the different storage options including local storage, network storage, and cloud storage.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Compare and contrast storage types
  • Examine and discuss the security of cloud storage
  • Select suitable storage devices for given situations
Description

In this lesson, students will learn about the different network types and options that are available. This will include wireless networking standards and protocols.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Compare and contrast the different wireless network standards
  • Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features
Description

In this lesson, students will learn about different ports and protocols and how they can be protected using a firewall. They will explore port scans and how to set firewall rules.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Compare and contrast different ports, protocols and their purposes
  • Explain the purpose of a firewall and how it protects against unwanted traffic
Description

In this lesson, students will learn about different CLI commands and tools that will provide network information. Students will also take a look at network connection logs to determine the legitimacy of specific login attempts.

Objective

Students will be able to:

  • Explain and use appropriate network command line tools
  • Read and understand the basics of log reports
Description

In this lesson, students complete a summative assessment of the module’s learning objectives.