Computer Training
*NEW* Comp TIA Fundamentals (ITF+) Certification Training
The CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) program is an entry-level certification for individuals
who are new to the field of Information Technology (IT) and are uncertain if an IT
career is the right fit for them. This course will provide students with a comprehensive
understanding of basic IT concepts and terminology, including hardware, software,
security, and infrastructure. The course will feature hands-on activities and practical
exercises to reinforce the concepts learned in class. Students will also have access
to practice assessments and study materials to help them prepare for the ITF+ certification
exam.
Upon completion of this course, students will be well-equipped to sit for the CompTIA ITF+ certification exam. They will have a solid understanding of basic IT concepts and be prepared to pursue more advanced training, such as the CompTIA A+ or Google IT Support certificate. The course consists of approximately 10-12 hours per week of self-paced online work, including labs, reading material, and practice, supplemented with an additional 2 hours of virtual instruction with an IT professional. Weekly office hours are offered for additional support out of class to ensure student success. CompTIA ITF+ exam fee and software are a separate fee and are not included in the tuition. (100 hours) $1,380
Course Number: TEC 700 33 CRN: 18427
Classes:
Saturday, September 2, 2023 to November 11, 2023 from 12:00pm to 2:00pm
Office Hours:
Monday, September 4, 2023 to November 6, 2023 from 6:30pm to 7:30pm
Instructor: BOWEN
Google IT Support Professional Certificate/ Comp TIA A+ Exam Prep
A+ training and certification are generally considered an initial step in being considered
for IT employment. People with A+ Certification may work as Computer User Support
Specialists to provide technical assistance to computer users, answer questions or
resolve computer problems for clients in-person, via telephone or electronically.
They may also provide assistance concerning the use of computer hardware and software.
In this class we pair the Google IT Support Professional Certificate with the CompTia A+ Exam Prep to give students a well-rounded robust experience and learning tools along with mentorship to assist them on their Career Path in IT. Google IT Support Professional Certificate paired with the Comptia A+ exam prep helps people prepare for entry-level roles in IT support with no prior experience or degree necessary. Through a dynamic mix of video lectures, quizzes, and hands-on labs and widgets, the Google IT Support Professional Certificate introduces learners to troubleshooting, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security. The self-study, self-paced curriculum includes motivating personal stories from Google employees, with unique backgrounds and perspectives, who started their careers in IT support. Mentorship and Exam prep readies students to sit for the A+ certification exams as well as preparing them to become gainfully employed in the IT sector.
Upon completion of the Google IT Support Professional Certificate training learners
receive a badge they can display on their LinkedIn profiles. Class will be 10-12 hours
per week of self-paced online study through a license by Quiklabs and 2 hours of in-class
instruction with an IT professional. Weekly office hours will be included for additional
support. Not eligible for tuition waivers. (180 hours) $2,000 CompTIA A+ exam fee separate. Textbook/materials fee is student paid and is not included in the tuition. Instructor:
BOWEN
Grant funding available for underemployed and/or unemployed. To apply, email career_training@middlesex.mass.edu
Course: TEC 780 33 (18392) - Hybrid
Classes: Saturdays, September 9, 2023 to February 17, 2024 from 10:00am to 12:00pm.
Office Hours:
Fridays, September 15, 2023 to February 16, 2024 from 5:00pm to 6:00pm.
Hybrid: Class is mainly online with class meeting times; there will be two Saturdays
on campus in Bedford.
Notes:
Students will have access beginning on Wednesday, September 6, 2023. Access will
end on Saturday, March 2, 2024.
There will be no classes on 11/25 and 12/23.
Course Number: TEC 780 34 (18426 ) - Hybrid: Online with meeting times
Classes:
Dates To Be Determined
Instructor: BOWEN
Cloud Associate/ AWS/Azure
Cloud also known as Cloud computing is the on-demand delivery of IT services and resources
over the internet with pay-as-you-go pricing. Instead of buying, owning, and maintaining
physical hardware, users can access technology services such as servers, desktops,
and storage from cloud providers such as Microsoft Azure and Amazon AWS. This course
introduces learners to the two most used cloud technologies to date, Microsoft Azure
and Amazon Web Services (AWS) cloud platforms. The course will be split into two
sections. Section one will cover Azure and prepare the learner to sit for the Azure
Fundamental Certification (AZ-900) exam. Section two will focus on AWS and prepare
the learner to sit for the AWS Solutions Architect Associate Certification (SAA-C02)
exam. AWS Certified Solutions Architect is among the most valuable and sought-after
cloud computing certifications in the world. Please note: students will most benefit
from this course if they already possess the CompTIA A+ certification or have equivalent
knowledge of basic computers functions. If you do not possess the CompTIA A+ certification
you can enroll in our Google IT Support Professional Certificate program. Included
in the cost of tuition are all books, supplies and the cost of one exam, either SAA-CO2
or AZ-900. (180 hours) $2800. Instructor: BOWEN
Grant funding available for underemployed and/or unemployed. To apply, email career_training@middlesex.mass.edu
Course: TEC 789 33 (18391)
Classes: Fridays, October 6, 2023 to December 15, 2023 from 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Office Hours: Arranged weekly, as needed
Note: Students will have access to the course beginning on October 4, 2023. Access will
end on December 30, 2023.
MS Excel Certificate
Fall 2023 section is Full; will be offering in Spring 2024
From beginning to advanced functions, this course is designed to teach you the features
of MS Excel. Upon successful completion you will be able to: create and format a worksheet;
create formulas; manipulate and calculate data with advanced formulas, create and
modify tables, present data with charts, analyze data using PivotTables, customize
data, work with multiple workbooks, import and export data. Pre-Req: -Students must
be proficient with MS Windows & keyboarding in a PC environment. 24 hours $330
October 4 - November 29 6p - 9p Wednesday
No class Nov 22
Bedford Campus, Room Academic Resources, AR 101
Course Number: TEC 759 30 CRN 18213
Professor: TROCHE
Google Sheets
Are you or your organization new to Google Sheets? This course is for people new to
Sheets or for those who have been learning Sheets on the fly and would like to fill
in the gaps. Throughout the course participants will explore beginning to advanced
features in the spreadsheet application, Google Sheets, that is free with a personal
or organization’s Google account. Upon successful completion of this 6-week course,
participants will be able to: navigate Google Sheets, create and save workbooks to
the Google Drive, create and format data in worksheets, manipulate and calculate data
using custom formulas or pre-formatted functions, present data using charts, apply
conditional formatting to data sets, and create and analyze data using PivotTables.
This course will also review tips & tricks for organizing file in your Google Drive.
Go to https://troche-course-resources.blogspot.com
for a more comprehensive list of skills that will be taught in the course and a 7-question
questionnaire to use to determine if this course is for you. Pre-Req: While this
course is for students new to Google Sheets, students must have a proficient knowledge
of computers (e.g. left/right mouse click, basic keyboarding, creating folders, saving
files, and using email). $255
October 3 - November 14 from 6p - 9p Tuesday
Course Number TEC 788 30 CRN 18400
Bedford Campus. Academic Resources Building,
Room AR 102
Business Computer Applications Certificate
This certificate course will prepare you for a position in offices where proficiency
in software such as Microsoft Office suite is used. These positions include administrative
assistant, customer service or data entry. Students will become proficient in computer
skills such as file & folder management, system backup, device/printer setup, internet
basics, password management along with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation,
and calendar software packages. These tools are commonly used in most work environments
today. (24 hours) $330
9/13 - 11/1 5p - 8p Wednesday
Bedford Campus Academic Resources, Room AR 102
Course Number: TEC 748-30 CRN: 16128
10/13 - 12/15 9a - 12p Friday
No class November 10, November 24
Course Number TEC 748-80 CRN 16129
Lowell Campus Cowan Center, Room LC 214
Practical Computers - An Intro to PC’s and Windows
This course is an introduction to the computer and computer applications via lecture
and hands-on activities. We start with an overview of computer hardware, software,
and networks that include the use of Microsoft Windows for running programs, the creation
of folders, and file management. We continue with a focus on Microsoft Word, Microsoft
Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Email, and the Internet. (12 hours) $219
9/15-10/06 9:00am - 12:00pm Friday
Lowell Campus
Building: Cowan Center, room 202
CourseNumber:TEC60280 CRN: 11390 Professor: KILROY
11/08-12/06 5:00pm - 8:00pm Wednesday
Bedford Campus
Building: Academic Resource, room 106 Course Number: TEC 602 30
CRN: 18243 Professor: KELLEY
No class 11/22