Original PromptCreate an 8-week slide presentation for a Foundations of Cybersecurity course. Each week should have a dedicated module: Week 1: Foundations & CIA Triad, Week 2: Common Attacks (Phishing/Malware), Week 3: Password Entropy & Attacks, Week 4: Network Security (Firewalls/VPNs), Week 5: Secure Programming (SQL Injection), Week 6: Cyber Law & Ethics, Week 7: Incident Response Station Rotations (including the Cyberlockdown game), and Week 8: Final Code Audit. Include visuals for network diagrams and c...
This resource outlines an 8-week curriculum designed to equip students with essential skills in cybersecurity, including networking fundamentals, cryptography, defensive coding, and incident response. The course is structured into weekly modules, each focusing on core concepts such as the CIA Triad, social engineering, secure programming practices, and legal frameworks for digital assets. Students will engage in hands-on projects, complete weekly labs, and participate in a Cyberlockdown competition, culminating in a comprehensive capstone project. Key skills developed include threat identification, secure coding practices, and risk mitigation strategies, with real-world applications for careers such as Cybersecurity Analyst and Penetration Tester. The curriculum emphasizes the importance of documentation and prepares students for industry-recognized certifications like CompTIA Security+ and Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH).