How to Build a Cutting-Edge Cybersecurity Curriculum
In the complex world of cybersecurity, preparing students for successful careers requires not just a top-notch curriculum, but also practical hands-on experience. Marcraft’s Cybersecurity Essentials CS-1000 course is designed to empower instructors with the tools and resources needed to educate the next generation of cyber professionals. Here’s how our program can make a real difference in your classroom:
#1: Comprehensive Curriculum Based on NIST Framework
Beginning with physical asset protection to penetration testing, our capstone program covers all aspects of cybersecurity. This 8-stage, rotational approach provides real-world simulations which allows students to apply theoretical knowledge using industry-standard hardware and software.
#2: Industry-Recognized Certifications
Prepare your students for key certifications like the CompTIA Security+ and ISACA Cybersecurity Fundamentals Certificate Exam. These certifications validate skills and enhance employability in the competitive cybersecurity job market.
#3: Diverse Range of Topics
This course covers infrastructure security, local network security, internet security, physical asset protection, Industrial Cybersecurity and even BLE and IoT. Ensure your students have a comprehensive understanding of the cybersecurity fundamentals.
#4: Instructor’s Guide and Resources
Instructors will have access to numerous support resources including a dedicated Instructors Guide complete with course specific digital media such as practice exams, PowerPoint presentations and other customizable material. Instructors will also have access to Marcraft support staff, instructional and FAQ videos and even Train the Trainer sessions.
#5: Practical Hands-On Experience
Students get real-time, hands-on experience using industry-standard hardware and software. Students will work with security controllers, surveillance cameras, servers, firewalls, switches, Bluetooth devices and standard IoT equipment that all mirror real-world scenarios.
#6: Dedicated Equipment for Your Classroom
The CS-1000 Cybersecurity Essentials equipment rotational package can accommodate groups ranging in size all the way up to 28 students per classroom. All student activities take place on a dedicated, stand-alone server akin to a sandbox environment to ensure student activities don’t impact facility operations.
#7: Holistic Learning Ecosystem
Our course not only provides theory but also emphasizes practical application. You’ll prepare students for the challenges and problem solving situations they’ll face in the field making them job-ready.
#8: Empower the Next Generation of Cyber Defenders
As an instructor, you play a crucial role in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Marcraft’s Hands-on Cybersecurity course empowers students and instructors alike. Instructors appreciate the real world connection to the material whereas students gain the confidence of skill by having personally accomplished each lab exercise.
Join us in preparing the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Marcraft’s Cybersecurity Essentials CS-1000 course is more than just a program; it’s a transformative experience that equips students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the cybersecurity landscape. Together, we’ll create a brighter, more secure digital world.