Information Technology and Cybersecurity
NEW! Google IT Support Professional
HYBRID! Google’s IT Support Professional Certificate is a program that helps people
prepare for entry-level roles in IT support with no 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. Upon
completion of the certificate, learners receive a Google IT Support Professional Certificate
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 Coursera and 3 hours of in-class instruction
with an IT professional. Weekly office hours will be included for additional support. (180
– 200 hours) $1899 which includes course license. Students will have access to the
course license for up to 5 months.
09/12 - 12/19 10:00am - 1:00pm Saturday
Bedford Building Henderson Hall, room 211
Course Number: TEC 780 33 CRN: 18121 Professor: BOWEN
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Please Note: This course may take place fully online
NEW! Comp TIA A + Exam Prep
CompTIA A+ Certification is the foundation of your IT career.
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 and is much more than just a PC repair class. 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, be able to complete
tasks in a Microsoft Windows environment, be able to search for, browse, and access
information on the Internet, and have basic knowledge of computing concepts. (60 Hours)
$999
Spring Dates TBD
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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
Intro to Linux Course # EDG 839
In this ONLINE course, you'll master the Linux desktop system, which can perform all
of the functions you currently do with Microsoft Windows or Macintosh. We’ll start
with the basics of Linux as we practice using its graphical environment to manipulate
files and folders, create user accounts, and set up hardware devices. Then we’ll delve
into the many free programs, including the popular OpenOffice.org office productivity
software. Learn Linux multimedia programs that can play, rip, and burn CDs, as well
as play DVDs and video files. We’ll also discuss Linux audio-editing tools that enable
you to create your own masterpieces. You'll see how to connect to your ISP and use
your ISP to read and send messages with Linux’s e-mail software. Classes begin monthly.
24 hours. $150. Enrollment and payment is through ed2go:https://www.ed2go.com/mcc/
Not eligible for tuition waivers. For questions, e-mail career_training@middlesex.mass.edu or call 781-280-3663