COMPASS Cybersecurity Program
Summer Immersion Program
Cybersecurity is one of the most rapidly expanding fields in the world today. This program focuses on fun, hands-on learning of cybersecurity principles that are relevant and applicable to everyday life. Students will learn the importance of cyber safety and how to protect their personal devices and information from outside threats. This program is broken down into the Standard Program and Advanced Program. Participants do not need to have any prior skill set to participate in the standard program. Some very basic knowledge of computer hardware is helpful but not necessary.
COMPASS 2026 will be held June 20-25, 2026.
What You’ll Experience
Topics - Standard
- Cybersecurity Career Opportunities
- Cyber Ethics
- How Computers Work
- Auditing and Monitoring
- Windows File Protection
- Ubuntu 16 and Linux
Topics - Advanced
- Cybersecurity Career Opportunities
- Cyber Ethics
- Auditing and Monitoring
- Windows 10 Graphical Utilities and Command Line
- Ubuntu 16 Advanced Command Line
- Cisco Networking
Hands-On Experience
- Basic Command Line Security
- Ubuntu 16 Demonstrations
- Mini-CyberPatriot Competition
A Day in the Life
*Subject to Change
- 7:30-8:30 a.m.: Breakfast
- 8:45-10:15 a.m.: Session 1 – Cybersecurity Career Opportunities and Cyber Ethics
- 10:15-10:30 a.m.: Break
- 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.: Session 2 – How Computers Work
- 12-1 p.m.: Lunch
- 1:15-2:45 p.m.: Session 3 – Cybersecurity Principles, Virtual Machines
- 2:45-3 p.m.: Break
- 3-4:30 p.m.: Session 4 – Windows File Protection
- 4:30-5:30 p.m.: Free Time
- 5:30-6:30 p.m.: Dinner
- 10 p.m.: Lights Out
Program
Facilitators
Dr. Dottie Shuman, Professor of Outdoor Recreation Studies
Outdoor Recreation Studies Students
Where You'll Be
Montreat College is part of the Asheville area’s vibrant cultural life. Explore the countless outdoor activities that make Western NC an international destination for adventure seekers.
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