Middlesex Community College

NEW! Comp TIA A + Exam Prep
In the CompTIA A+ complete class, students will gain the knowledge needed to sit for the CompTIA A+ certification exam, which is the preferred industry qualifying credentials for technical support and IT operations roles. This complete course focuses on both 901 and 902 exams. After successful completion of this class candidates are better prepared to troubleshoot problem solve and understand a wide variety of issues ranging from networking, operating systems mobile devices and security.
This 7-week course is designed for Individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ 220-901 Certification Exam and the CompTIA 220-902 Certification Exam. Prerequisites: Basic computer user skills and basic knowledge of computing concepts. (60 Hours) $899
09/25 - 11/27                      5:00pm - 9:00pm                   T/R                B                   BOWEN
TEC 706 30                              17539                                    HH 211


NEW! Intro to SQL
This class will introduce students to basic relational database concepts using Structured Query Language (SQL) to create, modify, and access database information.  You will learn to write queries to retrieve, order, filter and aggregate data from a single table, as well as queries on multiple tables.  SQL statements and clauses taught in this course include:  CREATE, DROP, INSERT, UPDATE, DELETE, SELECT, DISTINCT, WHERE, ORDER BY, GROUP BY, HAVING, and JOIN.  This course is appropriate for those you want to learn relational databases and/or whose jobs require them to work with relational databases.  Students will perform hands-on practice exercises using SQL.  This is an intro class and is not a certification exam prep.  Textbook requirement TBA, approx. $40. Tuition: $360. Choose from 2 sections:
10/02 - 10/30      4:00pm - 7:30pm              T              B             BLEICHMAN
TEC 773 30           17542                                    NA-103

10/12 - 10/26      9:00am - 3:30pm               F              B             BLEICHMAN
TEC 773 35           17543                                    NA-103

 

The following online classes are offered by Cengage Learning:


Forensic Computer Examiner
As criminal defense attorneys and civil attorneys encountered law-enforcement examiners, the need for qualified civilian forensic computer examiners grew. Currently, there’s a huge demand for certified, qualified forensic computer examiners. Some trained examiners have started their own businesses, some work for large companies, such as Deloitte and Touche, and others work for law-enforcement agencies. This comprehensive ONLINE program prepares you for a career in this emerging field. You’ll learn not only to thoroughly examine digital media, but also to clearly document, control, prepare, and present examination results that will stand up in a court of law. You’ll be able to identify where and how data is stored and how to recover and interpret data and draw appropriate conclusions based on the data. Education on the ethics of computer forensics is also included. This program is hands-on and emphasizes learning by doing.

The primary certification for civilian forensic computer examiners is the Certified Computer Examiner (CCE) certification.  The Forensic Computer Examiner Online Training Program is an authorized ISFCE (International Society of Forensic Computer Examiners) training course that will thoroughly prepare you to take the CCE certification exam.  A good measure of your readiness for this program is knowing that you can successfully complete the A+ certification through CompTIA. ONLINE Course.  (80 hours)  $3,095.  To enroll or questions call (877) 221-5151. Not eligible for tuition waivers.

Management for IT Professionals. GES 405
The Management for IT Professionals Online Training Program is particularly well suited for anyone in IT who has recently assumed management responsibilities, anyone who is managing IT professionals, or anyone who wants an introductory perspective on some of the unique issues facing the management of IT professionals. This program explores the developmental process and how to be successful in creating change. Since most business organizations are social systems, the Management for IT Professionals Online Training Program will also focus on organizational culture and how it influences the way people work, so as to maximize the long-term health of the organization and its people. This program delivers essential leadership skills, business practices, budgeting strategies, communication skills, and more, all with the goal of helping you run your IT department better than ever before. To enroll or questions call (877) 221-5151. Not eligible for tuition waivers. ONLINE (390 hours) $2,295

 

CompTia Security+ Certification Prep.  GES 904
In this ONLINE program, you’ll gain the skills you need to begin a career as a security professional and prepare yourself to take the CompTIA™ Security+ exam. You’ll become proficient in basic security concepts such as attacks and mitigation, security applications, risk assessment, disaster recovery and incident reporting, and vulnerability assessment. Gain the skills you need to be a security professional and prepare yourself to take the CompTIA™ Security+ certification exam as you master the basics of system security, network infrastructure, access control, and organizational security. Once you complete this program, you’ll be proficient in basic security concepts such as attacks and mitigation, security applications, risk assessment, disaster recovery and incident reporting, and vulnerability assessment. For questions or to register, call 877-221-5151. ONLINE course, not eligible for waivers. (80 Hours) $1,495