Digital skills: cybersecurity NC202 / A23
Summary
As our reliance on the internet grows, it’s paramount that we protect ourselves from cyber-attacks. From understanding how cyber-attacks are developed to the prevention methods, this two-day residential will develop your technical understanding of cybersecurity.
During this two-day residential, you’ll delve deep into cybersecurity. You’ll explore the different types of malware, including their purpose and how they’re developed. You’ll have the opportunity to explore how to prevent cyber-attacks while reviewing real-life examples and examining how they could have been overcome.
You’ll get hands-on with building your own computer network before performing ‘white-hat’ hacks to explore the vulnerabilities within your network. Additionally, you’ll engage in practical, unplugged activities to ignite interest among young people in your classroom.
If you do not require overnight accommodation and the evening meal, please email enquiries@stem.org.uk
Who is it for?
This two day residential is suitable for teachers from Key Stage 3 – 5, looking to upskill their digital skill knowledge focusing on cybersecurity.
What topics are covered?
01 | Introduction to cybersecurity – you’ll explore what cybersecurity is, what threats are posed from using the internet and the prevention methods of how to overcome these threats.
02 | Threats and preventions – during this session you’ll go deep into understand how threats are developed and what they aim to achieve. You’ll gain understanding of how to prevent against threats.
03 | Exploring network vulnerabilities – during this session you’ll develop your own computer network using Raspberry Pi devices, you’ll use ‘white-hat’ hacking techniques to explore the vulnerabilities of your network.
04 | Cybersecurity and industry – during this session you’ll hear from STEM Ambassadors working within industry, learn about the threats they’ve experienced and how they protect against cyberattacks. Your experienced Professional Development Leader will explore wider industry competitions and opportunities so you can fully support students in your classroom.
How will you learn?
Hands-on experiential learning with the collaborative support of your peers. Expert advice and instruction on cybersecurity from experienced classroom practitioners.
How long is this course?
This two day course will include approx. 12 hours of CPD. As this is a residential course, meals and overnight accommodation are included for participants for the duration of the course.
Who is the course leader?
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John Lamb
After completing an honours degree in optolectronic engineering in 1994, I trained as a Physics teacher and taught this and Computer Science/ICT...
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Outcomes
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By the end of this course you will:
- understand what cybersecurity is and it’s importance when using the internet
- explore the threats posed when using the internet and the prevention methods available
- construct a working network using Raspberry Pi’s
- explore ‘white-hat’ hacking techniques to explore vulnerabilities within your network
- explore unplugged activities which can be used in the classroom to spark student interest in cybersecurity
Sessions
| Date | Time | |
|---|---|---|
| Digital skills: cybersecurity - day 1 | 22 July 2024 | 10:00-17:30 |
| Digital skills: cybersecurity - day 2 | 23 July 2024 | 09:00-15:30 |
Notes
This is a residential course, fees include meals and accommodation for the duration of the course.
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Additional information
If the course you would like to attend is fully booked, please contact enquiries@stem.org.uk to express your interest in being added to a waiting list. We will contact you when the course is due to run again.
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