AIM
Level 3
QN: 603/6562/6
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Official qualification regulated by Ofqual, awarded by AIM . Classified as a Other Vocational Qualification. Total guided learning hours: 1080 hours.
Qualification Level
Level 3
Awarding Body
AIM
Syllabus Units
18 Units
Guided Hours
1080 hrs
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Course Syllabus & Study Modules
Complete breakdown of verified curriculum topics and learning objectives.
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Advanced Programming
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the features of procedural, event and object programming2. Be able to critically compare two object-oriented languages 3. Be able to design an Object-Oriented application4. Be able to implement and test an object-oriented design
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Client-Side Scripting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the fundamentals of Hyper-Text Mark-up Language used in Web development2. Understand the fundamentals of Cascading Stylesheets (CSS)3. Understand the fundamentals of Web-Scripting 4. Be able to develop and test an interactive website
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Computer and Mobile Networking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the fundamentals of networking and protocols2. Be able to convert between denary, binary and hexadecimal number systems.3. Understand the 4 Layers of Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol4. Understand Mobile and Satellite technology
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Computer Architecture and Operating Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the fundamentals of Computer Architecture2. Understand the fundamentals of Operating Systems3. Understand Network concepts and Technology4. Understand the importance of system security
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Computer Game Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Apply problem-solving techniques to design game mechanics that address specific challenges.
- Generate creative game ideas that meet stakeholder requirements and market needs.
- Present game ideas effectively to stakeholders using appropriate formats and media.
- Develop a functional computer game based on an approved game concept.
- Analyze security concerns specific to the gaming industry, including cheating, data breaches, and player privacy.
- Evaluate the impact of security vulnerabilities on game integrity and player trust.
- Implement security measures in game development to mitigate identified risks.
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Computer Networking
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand types of network systems and protocols2. Understand the key components used in networking3. Be able to design network systems to meet client needs4. Be able to implement network systems to meet client needs5. Be able to make networked systems secure
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Computer Systems
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the components of computer systems2. Be able to set up different operating systems on a computer system 3. Be able test a computer system’s functionality (including applications) 4. Be able to demonstrate maintenance tasks 5. Be able to assess the performance of a computer system
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Database Design and Development
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to use design tools to design databases to solve problems2. Be able to implement database designs to solve problems3. Be able to test database applications4. Be able to create user manuals and technical documentation
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Ethical Hacking and Cyber Security Methods
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Install and configure ethical hacking software in a networked environment
- Execute attacks on computers and networks using exploits
- Implement defensive measures to protect a network from exploits
- Demonstrate remote attacks on a target system
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Impact of Cyber Security
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand what is meant by the term Cyber Security2. Understand issues surrounding Cyber Security3. Understand the measures used to protect against Cyber incidents4. Understand how to manage Cyber incidents
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Information Technology for Business
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to write a professional and effective report2. Be able to develop an effective presentation3. Understand the role of communication technology used for business4. Be able to use network-based communications technology for effective collaborative working.
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Internet of Everything
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand the term ‘Internet of Everything (IoE)’2. Understand the security risks, issues and concerns related to ‘IoE’ devices.3. Be able to repurpose existing technology to form new ‘IoE’ devices/systems4. Understand the legal and ethical implications of ‘IoE’
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Mathematics for Computing
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Be able to use matrix methods2. Be able to apply sequences and series, probability and recursion3. Be able to apply number systems4. Be able to interpret data
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Principles of Computer Science
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand key concepts of systems architecture 2. Understand key concepts of software architecture3. Understand algorithms and data structures4. Be able to convert algorithms to programming code
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Security Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain how real-world security needs apply to computing environments.
- Analyze the security risks associated with CPU control mechanisms.
- Evaluate the security issues presented by memory management techniques.
- Compare different third-party software tools used for securing code.
- Justify the selection of appropriate security measures for given scenarios.
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Server Management
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- 1. Understand Server Architecture2. Understand Server Operating systems and network services3. Be able to setup and configure a server and services4. Be able to maintain a server and its services
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Server-Side Scripting
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Explain the role of server-side scripting in web development
- Design a relational database schema for a given scenario
- Implement SQL queries to retrieve and manipulate data
- Develop server-side scripts to handle user input and interact with a database
- Evaluate security risks associated with server-side scripting
- Apply techniques to prevent SQL injection and XSS attacks
- Implement user authentication and session management
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AIM Qualifications Level 3 Foundation Diploma in Cyber Security
Software Engineering
Verified
Key Learning Objectives:
- Evaluate different software development life cycles and justify the selection for a given project
- Design a software application using industry-standard modeling techniques such as UML
- Implement a software design using a suitable programming language and environment
- Test a software application against defined test cases and record results
- Create technical documentation for a software application
- Create user documentation for a non-technical audience
Regulatory & Verification Details
- Qualification Number (QN)
- 603/6562/6
- Regulated Status
- Available to learners
- Awarding Body
- AIM
- Qualification Type
- Other Vocational Qualification
- Operational Start
- Aug 2020