Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 2
Unit No:
Y/502/4257
Credits:
2
Guided learning hours:
15 hours

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Select and use appropriate methods to minimise security risk to IT systems and data

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Describe the security issues that may threaten system performance
  • 1.2
    Apply a range of security precautions to protect IT systems and data
  • 1.3
    Describe the threats to system and information security and integrity
  • 1.4
    Keep information secure and manage personal access to information sources securely
  • 1.5
    Describe ways to protect hardware, software and data and minimise security risk
  • 1.6
    Apply guidelines and procedures for the secure use of IT
  • 1.7
    Describe why it is important to backup data and how to do so securely
  • 1.8
    Select and use effective backup procedures for systems and data