Introduction to Internet of Things

AWR402 – 3.00 Hours

Schedule

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This schedule is subject to change without notice. If you have not received confirmation of the class prior to the class start, please contact the division at or [email protected] to get the latest schedule.

Course Description

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This course is offered by the National Cybersecurity Preparedness Consortium (NCPC) and was developed by TEEX, a partner in the NCPC. The course is funded through the DHS/FEMA Homeland Security National Training Program and is offered at no cost.

The purpose of this course is to provide an understanding of the history, definitions, and components that make up the Internet of Things (IoT). This course addresses the different applications of IoT as well as applicable laws and policies, technologies, emerging threats, best practices, security, and a variety of existing and developing technologies.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. 

Enrollment Requirements 

Participants must be U.S. citizens. A FEMA Student ID is required to register for and participate in any training provided by FEMA agencies. All FEMA training providers, registration systems, and enrollment procedures are required to use this FEMA SID, which can be obtained at the following website: https://cdp.dhs.gov/femasid.

Course Completion Requirements

Participants must complete all course content and score a 70% or better on the Post-Test to receive a course certificate of completion.

Attendance Requirements

To meet attendance requirements, participants must review each training module and complete all required course assignments, activities, quizzes, and/or end of course exam.

To ensure participant success in this course, participants should possess:

  • Basic Microsoft Windows skills. 
  • Basic level of cybersecurity knowledge

Upon successful completion, you will be able to:

  • Discuss the basics of IoT
  • Identify current and future applications of IoT
  • Discuss the basic considerations of IoT
  • Explain hacking issues associated with the use of IoT devices

Suggested Audience

Federal, state, local, regional, tribal, and territorial government officials; owners and operators of businesses and non-profits; and community members and other individuals interested in understanding more about IoT.

Continuing Education And Professional Credits

  • State Board for Educator Certification (SBEC)/Texas Education Agency (TEA)
  • International Association of Emergency Managers (IAEM)

Other Information

After registering for this online course, you will receive an email with instructions for getting started. If you do not receive a confirmation within one hour, please contact us.

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Contact Information

Business & Cyber Solutions
Phone: (979) 431-4837
Email: [email protected]