Program Codes:
CSNT.COA
Certificate of Achievement
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This Windows/PC Support Certificate of Achievement is designed for students who have completed courses equivalent to ENG-121 and MAT-014. Students must complete CSC-105 or demonstrate the equivalent proficiency prior to beginning this certificate program. Successful completion of this certificate helps prepare students to take the certification tests for Microsoft Windows (MCP) and A+ Certification.
This course will teach students the role of microcomputer operating systems and how the operating systems interact with the computer. The course covers the structure and function of hardware including input/output devices, memory, central processing unit, storage devices, communications devices and buses. The commonly used microcomputer operating systems Windows and DOS will be discussed and emphasized with hands-on exercises covering topics including: disk maintenance, directory and file management, batch files, interaction of graphical user interface and utilities. Configuration and optimization of standard hardware and system software will also be discussed. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ test.
Introduces the student to the field of information security. The managerial, legal, ethical and technical aspects of information security are covered. Students will learn about the need for information security, planning for security and risk management. The function of firewalls, virtual private networks, intrusion detection systems, cryptography and access control mechanisms will be discussed. Physical security and the role of personnel in properly executing security standards and controls are also covered.
This course will provide the student with a thorough understanding of the basic concepts of data communications, networking and connectivity. This includes the topics covered in the Novell Networking Technologies course and the topics covered in the Microsoft Networking Essentials course. Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be prepared to take the associated A+ certification test.
This certificate of achievement provides students with an awareness of the internet and the world wide web. Publishing text, pictures, sound, and even video over the internet is becoming easier every day. Individuals who run small businesses with services to sell and people with stories to share will acquire the necessary skills to publish useful, attractive, and quality webpages. Upon completion of this certificate program, students will be able to create web sites and useful web pages.
The certificate of achievement is designed for those students with at least two years of college level education, including ENG-121 English Composition I. Algebra I is a prerequisite for all majors. Algebra I competency may be verified with a passing score on the College’s placement test or completion of the appropriate course. Students must have completed or CSC-105 or CSC-107 or MCT-101 or demonstrated equivalent proficiency before beginning this certificate.
Once students complete developmental coursework (if needed), the certificate may be completed in 1-2 semesters. They can shorten the amount of time by taking courses in the summer and winter sessions.
This certificate of achievement develops technical competence in Information Systems Security, an area that is critical to homeland security with rapidly expanding employment opportunities.