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K–12 Standards

Cybersecurity Systems Technology (8628)

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Demonstrating Ethical Behavior with Computer Systems TechnologyCST.1

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    Identify security issues related to computer hardware, software, and data.CST.1.1

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    Identify concepts of cybersecurity, honesty, courtesy, and confidentiality related to information and email systems and social networking (e.g., spam, viruses, and etiquette).CST.1.2

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    Investigate Internet privacy issues and computer crimes, including identity theft.CST.1.3

  • 4

    Comply with copyright and patent laws and intellectual property.CST.1.4

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    Explain privacy, licensing, and policy concepts.CST.1.5

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    Comply with policies regarding acceptable use of technology.CST.1.6

Exploring Hardware Components That Are Relevant to CybersecurityCST.2

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    Configure settings using Basic Input-Output System/Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (BIOS/UEFI) tools on a personal computer (PC).CST.2.1

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    Describe the purpose and properties of motherboard components that are relevant to cybersecurity.CST.2.2

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    Describe the purpose and property of RAM.CST.2.3

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    Install PC expansion cards.CST.2.4

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    Identify features of CPUs as applicable to cloud and cybersecurity.CST.2.5

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    Enumerate various PC connection interfaces.CST.2.6

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    Identify the components required for a PC.CST.2.7

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    Differentiate among storage devices.CST.2.8

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    Identify common peripheral devices and the risk associated with them.CST.2.9

  • 10

    Manage network printers.CST.2.10

Exploring NetworkingCST.3

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    Compare the characteristics of connectors and cabling.CST.3.1

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    Explain the properties and characteristics of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).CST.3.2

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    Explain common ports, protocols, and their purpose.CST.3.3

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    Compare various Wireless Fidelity (WiFi) networking standards and encryption types.CST.3.4

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    Install wireless/wired router.CST.3.5

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    Compare Internet connection types, network types, and their features.CST.3.6

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    Compare network architecture devices, their functions, and features.CST.3.7

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    Install cable types and connectors.CST.3.8

Exploring Mobile DevicesCST.4

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    Explain the characteristics and security risks of types of mobile devices.CST.4.1

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    Explain the characteristics of mobile devices.CST.4.2

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    Describe security concerns with Internet of Things (IoT) devices.CST.4.3

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    Troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.CST.4.4

Troubleshooting Hardware and NetworkingCST.5

  • 1

    Identify concepts related to copyright, public domain, copy protection, intellectual property, and licensing agreements.CST.5.1

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    Describe the characteristics and purposes of various PC connection interfaces.CST.5.2

  • 3

    Install a power supply.CST.5.3

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    Compare types of displays.CST.5.4

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    Identify common PC connector types and associated cables.CST.5.5

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    Identify the types of network cables and connectors.CST.5.6

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    Use networking tools.CST.5.7

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    Install laptop hardware and components.CST.5.8

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    Describe the function of components within the display of a laptop.CST.5.9

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    Demonstrate laptop features.CST.5.10

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    Troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays.CST.5.11

  • 12

    Troubleshoot common video, projector, and display issues.CST.5.12

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    Analyze appropriate safety procedures.CST.5.13

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    Explain the troubleshooting theory.CST.5.14

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    Analyze controls and their effect on the environment.CST.5.15

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