unit 1 - information technology systems
Level up your tech skills! Dive into networks, hardware, and cybersecurity to master the IT systems that power our digital world.
Have you ever wondered what is really happening under the hood of the devices you use every single day? In this unit, we are going to strip back the casing and explore the core hardware, software, and massive cloud networks that power our modern digital world.
We will not just be looking at how data travels or how artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of business; we will dive deep into the intense cyber security battles fought daily to protect our personal information from malicious hackers and accidental disasters. By the time we finish exploring everything from cutting-edge emerging tech to the strict ethical and legal rules governing the internet, you will stop looking at technology like an everyday consumer and start thinking like a true IT systems architect!
We will not just be looking at how data travels or how artificial intelligence is rewriting the rules of business; we will dive deep into the intense cyber security battles fought daily to protect our personal information from malicious hackers and accidental disasters. By the time we finish exploring everything from cutting-edge emerging tech to the strict ethical and legal rules governing the internet, you will stop looking at technology like an everyday consumer and start thinking like a true IT systems architect!
Now that we know the threats, how do we stop them? This module covers the essential armour and weaponry used by IT professionals to protect data and secure systems.
Last modified: April 22nd, 2026
