A new DCE101: Cybersecurity and Data Protection at U-M training course is now available in My LINC. This course provides useful data protection guidance and cybersecurity awareness for faculty and staff across all U-M academic campuses. It is a slimmed-down version of the previous DCE101 training, yet it covers all the relevant content for those with access to U-M administrative and collaborative systems and data.
The genesis of this revised training was multiple requests by units for a course that is widely applicable to the broader U-M community, shorter, and more accessible. Another goal was to have engaging content that is updated more frequently. The new course should take no more than 10-15 minutes to complete, and is purposefully designed to introduce topics at a high level. It covers:
- The key points of data protection and the associated resources for finding more information.
- How to spot phishing scams and other cybersecurity threats.
- Basic guidance on how to protect yourself and your electronic devices.
This refreshed training replaces the previous DCE101: U-M Data Protection and Responsible Use course. As of Wednesday, April 2, 2025, anyone requesting access to a system with DCE101 as a training requirement will be directed to take the new course. The course is also available to units to assign as a requirement to their staff. Contact ia.training@umich.edu if you are interested in assigning the course within your unit.
