Project Management Agile DSDM for IT systems and development class

### **Junior Level (Ages 11-14)** #### Module 1: Introduction to Cyber Security - **Week 1-2: Basics of Cyber Security** - What is cyber security? - Importance of cyber security in daily life - Common cyber threats (e.g., phishing, malware) - **Week 3-4: Safe Internet Practices** - How to create strong passwords - Recognizing suspicious online behavior - Safe use of social media #### Module 2: Introduction to Consultancy - **Week 5-6: Basics of Consultancy** - What does a consultant do? - Types of consultancy (e.g., IT consultancy, management consultancy) - Basic problem-solving techniques - **Week 7-8: Communication Skills** - Basics of effective communication - Listening skills and giving feedback - Role-playing exercises #### Module 3: Basic Cyber Security Tools and Techniques - **Week 9-10: Introduction to Encryption** - Basics of encryption and why it's important - Simple encryption activities - **Week 11-12: Cyber Security Software** - Overview of anti-virus and anti-malware software - Hands-on practice with basic cyber security tools #### Module 4: Cyber Security Projects - **Week 13-14: Group Projects** - Working on small cyber security projects - Presenting findings and solutions - **Week 15-16: Reflect and Review** - Reviewing key concepts learned - Feedback and assessment --- ### **Intermediate Level (Ages 15-17)** #### Module 1: Advanced Cyber Security Concepts - **Week 1-2: Understanding Cyber Attacks** - Types of cyber attacks (e.g., DDoS, ransomware) - Anatomy of a cyber attack - **Week 3-4: Network Security** - Basics of network security - Firewalls and intrusion detection systems #### Module 2: Consultancy Skills - **Week 5-6: Advanced Consultancy Techniques** - Consulting frameworks (e.g., SWOT analysis) - Case studies of cyber security consultancy - **Week 7-8: Client Interaction** - Understanding client needs - Role-playing client-consultant scenarios #### Module 3: Practical Cyber Security Skills - **Week 9-10: Ethical Hacking Basics** - What is ethical hacking? - Basic ethical hacking techniques and tools - **Week 11-12: Incident Response** - Responding to a cyber incident - Creating an incident response plan #### Module 4: Cyber Security Projects - **Week 13-14: Group Cyber Security Projects** - Working on intermediate cyber security challenges - Presenting solutions and findings - **Week 15-16: Reflection and Assessment** - Reviewing key concepts and projects - Feedback and improvement areas --- ### **Senior Level (Ages 18-21)** #### Module 1: Professional Cyber Security Practices - **Week 1-2: Advanced Threat Analysis** - Identifying and analyzing advanced threats - Case studies of significant cyber attacks - **Week 3-4: Cyber Security Policies and Governance** - Understanding cyber security policies - Developing and implementing cyber security policies #### Module 2: Advanced Consultancy Skills - **Week 5-6: Strategic Consulting** - Developing long-term strategies for clients - Advanced consulting methodologies - **Week 7-8: Business Development in Cyber Security** - Creating business models for cyber security services - Pitching cyber security solutions to clients #### Module 3: Specialized Cyber Security Skills - **Week 9-10: Advanced Ethical Hacking** - In-depth ethical hacking techniques - Conducting penetration testing - **Week 11-12: Cyber Forensics** - Basics of digital forensics - Tools and techniques for forensic analysis #### Module 4: Capstone Project and Professional Skills - **Week 13-14: Capstone Cyber Security Project** - Large-scale project addressing a real-world cyber security issue - Collaboration with local businesses or organizations - **Week 15-16: Professional Skills** - Advanced communication and presentation skills - Professional ethics in cyber security --- ### **Supplementary Activities** - **Workshops and Guest Lectures** - Regular workshops with industry professionals - Guest lectures from cyber security experts and consultants - **Competitions and Hackathons** - Participation in local and national cyber security competitions - Hosting cyber security challenges and hackathons --- This syllabus aims to provide a comprehensive education in both cyber security and consultancy, ensuring that students gain the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in these fields.