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BTEC L3 IT

AAQ Unit 1 Pack D Protecting data

Unit 1 Information Technology Systems

D

Inside the Unit...

Areas Covered

  • Topic 1 External threats to data
  • Topic 2 Internal threats to data
  • Topic 3 Impact of threats
  • Download sample lesson above
  • Topic 4 Protecting data
  • Topic 5 Encryption methods
  • Topic 6 Access control backup
  • Assessment

There are 6 worksheets, 6 homework tasks, and an assessment test, each with answers included in this unit.

Summary

Updated for the 2025 AAQ specification. 

These resources cover all the specification points for ‘D Protecting data and information’ from the specification. The first topic considers the threats to data, information and systems. This is followed by the second topic which looks at the impact of those threats. Protecting data is covered in the next four topics. Content on the impact on individuals and organisations on legislation and data protection are covered in Topics 5 and 6. Once the topics have been completed, there is a final assessment test of the topics. 

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  • Detailed lesson plans
  • Learning objectives and outcomes
  • Worksheets and homework activities with answers
  • End-of-unit Assessment test with answers
  • Other material and links to online resources

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Inside the Unit...

  • Areas Covered

    • Topic 1 External threats to data
    • Topic 2 Internal threats to data
    • Topic 3 Impact of threats
    • Download sample lesson above
    • Topic 4 Protecting data
    • Topic 5 Encryption methods
    • Topic 6 Access control backup
    • Assessment

    There are 6 worksheets, 6 homework tasks, and an assessment test, each with answers included in this unit.

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