About the training
The aim of the module is to provide knowledge, skills and abilities related to communication networks and protocols used in Operational Technology (OT), and the interconnections between them in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. The module is aimed at helping students to better understand them and be prepared to integrate the systems into IT systems.
The aim of the module is to provide knowledge, skills and abilities related to communication networks and protocols used in Operational Technology (OT), and the interconnections between them in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) systems. The module is aimed at helping students to better understand them and be prepared to integrate the systems into IT systems.
What you will learn
LO1 Evaluate network architectures and protocols used for Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
LO2 Evaluate and assess the interdependencies that can be found in ICS/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) networks
LO3 Recommend the most suitable standard industrial communication protocol for an application.
LO4 Demonstrate an understanding of good practices in ICS networking.
LO5 Value and accept the importance of good practices that promote security in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
systems.
LO1 Evaluate network architectures and protocols used for Industrial Control Systems (ICS)
LO2 Evaluate and assess the interdependencies that can be found in ICS/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) networks
LO3 Recommend the most suitable standard industrial communication protocol for an application.
LO4 Demonstrate an understanding of good practices in ICS networking.
LO5 Value and accept the importance of good practices that promote security in Industrial Control Systems (ICS)/Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA)
systems.
Training information
This course is ideal for ICT professionals or graduates with an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM) who wish to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional in a technical role. This is a highly technical course requiring basic networking knowledge to ensure success. Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.
This course is ideal for ICT professionals or graduates with an honours degree in computing or in a cognate area (STEM) who wish to develop a career as a cybersecurity professional in a technical role. This is a highly technical course requiring basic networking knowledge to ensure success. Candidates who do not hold a computing degree and are currently working in the IT sector may be considered based on relevant academic qualifications or extensive work experience.
Certificate
Yes (based on specific standards, recognised by national/international organizations)
Price
Not specified
Level
Post-entry (upskilling - reskilling)
Teaching Method/s
Online
Duration
1-3 months
Discount
Yes
Type
Postgraduate