Unit IT305: Cyber Security

Unit code: A/650/1915

RQF level: 3

Unit Aim

The aim of this unit is to enable learners to understand cyber security and the consequences and implications of inadequate cyber security. They will understand the key terminology and the motivations of good and bad actors. They will also investigate the advantages and disadvantages of security by design.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcomes When awarded credit for this unit, a student will:	Assessment Criteria Assessment of this learning outcome will require a student to demonstrate that they can:
1. Understand cyber security.	1.1 Describe the concepts of cyber security. 1.2 Explain the importance of cyber security for businesses. 1.3 Describe the consequences and implications of inadequate cyber security for businesses .
2. Understand core terminology and key aspects of cyber security.	2.1 Define core terminology used in cyber security. 2.2 Compare typical behaviours of good actors and bad actors 2.3 Analyse the sectors that are most vulnerable to a cyber-attack.
3. Understand cyber threat intelligence.	3.1 Identify the concepts of cyber threat intelligence 3.2 Explain the following terms in relation to cyber security: threats exploits risks vulnerabilities 3.3 Identify improvements to secure a network against cyber attacks.