The Course on Data Protection in IT Projects This is your chance to become an expert in a crucial field that is in ever-increasing demand. Data protection is now essential, particularly following the implementation of the European General Data Protection Regulation and Law 3/2018. These regulations aim not only to protect privacy, but also to guarantee citizens’ digital rights. This course will equip you with the skills needed to understand and apply these laws in technology projects. By taking part, you’ll be able to stand out in the competitive job market, where companies are looking for professionals capable of ensuring the integrity and confidentiality of information. Furthermore, as this is an online course, you’ll have the flexibility to learn at your own pace, allowing you to balance your studies with other commitments. Don’t miss this opportunity to strengthen your professional profile in a booming sector.
Data protection in IT projects
Introduction
Objectives
- To understand current European data protection regulations in IT projects.
- Identify the obligations under the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
- Apply the principles of Law 3/2018 to data management.
- To recognise the digital rights guaranteed by the LOPDGDD.
- Analyse the impact of data protection regulations on IT projects.
- Correctly interpret data protection regulations in the IT sector.
- Assess the compliance of IT projects with current legislation.
Table of Contents
TEACHING UNIT 1. DATA PROTECTION IN IT
Introduction and objectives
Data, information and computing
Data protection versus privacy
European awareness of privacy protection
Reference to developments in Spanish legislation
The European Data Protection Convention
The resolutions (and those of the Committee of Ministers of the Council of Europe
Directive 95/46/EC
Principles and rights
A brief overview of the European General Data Protection Regulation and the resulting Spanish legislation
Bibliography
TEACHING UNIT 2. THE EUROPEAN GENERAL DATA PROTECTION REGULATION
Introduction and objectives
Purpose, entry into force and applicability
Principles
Information and transparency
Legitimising principles
Consent
Record of processing activities
Data controller
Special categories of data
Bibliography
Useful links
TEACHING UNIT 3. THE EUROPEAN DATA PROTECTION REGULATION II
Introduction and objectives
Accountability
Risk analysis and impact assessment
Personal data breach
Privacy by default and by design
Rights
Bibliography
Useful links
TEACHING UNIT 4. LAW 3/OF 5 DECEMBER ON THE PROTECTION OF PERSONAL DATA AND THE GUARANTEE OF DIGITAL RIGHTS
Organic Law 3/Organic Law 3/of 5 December
Introduction and objectives
Rationale
New features compared to its predecessor
References to the European General Data Protection Regulation
Rights
Special treatments
Bibliography
Useful links
TEACHING UNIT 5. IT PROJECTS
Introduction and objectives
Risk analysis
Risk management. Concepts. Implementation. Selection and assignment of safeguards to threats. Assessment of protection. Residual risk, acceptable risk and unacceptable risk.
Accountability
The regulatory body in practice
Bibliography
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