Internet Security Academy
(10th - 12th Grade)
Internet Design I
(Beginner)
6 Weeks
What Students Learn
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How real networks are designed and connected
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Roles of routers, switches, and end devices
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Basic IP addressing and network structure
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How devices communicate on a local network
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How the Internet connects multiple networks together
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Intro to design thinking used by network engineers
Time Commitment
• 2 hours per week
• Designed for high school students
• Requires desktop or laptop
Skills Gained
• Ability to read and create basic network diagrams.
• Confidence designing small networks.
• Configuring real world Internet equipment.
• Direct preparation for Internet Design II.
Example:
Internet Design II
(Advanced)
6 Weeks
What Students Learn
•How to design multi-device networks from scratch
•Applying OSI & TCP/IP models to real network designs
•Advanced router and switch logic
•Network segmentation concepts (VLAN-style thinking)
•How data moves across complex networks
•Identifying bottlenecks, failure points, and design flaws
•Preparing networks for security and monitoring
Time Commitment
•2–3 hours per week
•Designed for high school students (advanced track)
•Desktop or laptop required
Skills Gained
•Ability to design full network topologies
•Confidence creating and explaining network diagrams
•Understanding of real-world network architecture
•Hands-on experience with network logic and structure
•Strong preparation for Internet Security Academy
•Direct pathway into cybersecurity and networking careers
Example:
Internet Security I
(Elite)
6 Weeks
What Students Learn
•How insecure network designs create security risks
•How routers and switches enforce security controls
•How traffic flows can expose or protect devices
•Identifying weak network boundaries
•Securing network devices using configuration
•Understanding attack paths without exploiting them
•How real organizations protect infrastructure
Time Commitment
•2–3 hours per week
•Designed for high school students (advanced track)
•Desktop or laptop required
Skills Gained
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Ability to identify insecure network designs
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Confidence applying ACLs and traffic controls
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Understanding how segmentation improves security
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Hands-on experience securing routers & switches
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Entry-level network security readiness
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Strong foundation for advanced security tracks
Example:
2026 Schedule
Fall Session #1
Course Offered: Internet Design I
Dates: September 14 – October 23rd
Course Length: 6 weeks
Class - Every Saturday (choose time slot)
Open Lab/Help - Tuesday 4:30pm -830pm EST
Fall Session #2
Course Offered: Internet Design I, Internet Design 2
Dates: October 26 - December 4th
Course Length: 6 weeks
Class - Every Saturday (choose time slot)
Open Lab/Help - Tuesday 4:30pm -830pm EST
