Security for IT Users
(Syllabus 5: MS 2007)
11 hours - valid for 6 months
Course Cost (excl. VAT): £29.99
Introduction
Every successful business needs its staff to be competent and confident with computers. Employees are likely to get on better at work if they understand IT and how computers can help them in their job.
The ECDL (European Computer Driving Licence) is one of the most widely recognised computing qualifications. It’s made up of seven separate sections, which together lead to the ECDL qualification, a certificate recognised by both public and private sector organisations.
This first course is an ideal introduction to IT and gives employees the skills to sit for the first part of the ECDL qualification. It will build the confidence of your staff by taking them through the basics of computing and the role IT plays in business. They’ll gain the knowledge and understanding to go on and develop IT skills in areas specific to their job role.
Who is the course for?
ECDL is perfect for anyone who wants to brush up on their computer skills. This particular course, Security for IT Users, is ideal for anyone wanting to learn about internet and email security and securing data and IT systems.
What will you get from this course?
When you have completed this course, you will be able to:
- secure your data and IT system
- use email safely
- use the internet safely
- understand network security
Course features
You can start your course straight away and access it at any time, providing you have access to a computer with an internet connection. The course is available for six months from the date you first access it.
This course aims to ease you into the world of IT with clear, easy-to-follow explanations and a helpful glossary of the key terms you’ll need.
A diagnostic test at the beginning of each chapter will highlight areas where this course will help you to improve your knowledge.
Throughout the course, real-life scenarios, examples and interactive activities make learning relevant and enjoyable. Each module includes exercises to help consolidate your learning and check that you’re ready to move on.
N.B In order to complete this training course and receive your Statement of Completion, it is necessary to visit every screen, and score an average of 9 out of 10 in the exercises.
Course modules
- Security and the Internet
- Securing e-mail
- Network Security
- Securing your data and IT system
Does the course lead to a formal qualification?
This course, in conjunction with the six other courses featured in the ECDL Skills Suite, can be used to work towards the ECDL qualification. The required assessments for the qualification must be purchased separately from an approved ECDL test centre.
This course covers the material required for syllabus 4.5.
Other courses you might be interested in
ECDL 2 - Using Your Computer,
ECDL 3 - Word Processing,
ECDL 4 - Spreadsheets,
ECDL 5 - Databases,
ECDL 6 - Presentations,
ECDL 7 - Electronic Communication,
Keyboard and Typing Skills, IT Applications