Course Module Descriptions

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This course covers sound maintenance practices for computer systems that will help ensure continued system operations and extended PC life. The material covered will include common preventive maintenance techniques such as cleaning screens, keyboards, mouse, floppy drives and hard drive care, and vacuuming system units. Other topics include: environmental concerns (temperature, moisture, and air quality) ESD, EMI, RFI, and electrical power source conditions.
Introduction to Networks: For the Beginner (8 hours)*

Students will explore networking fundamentals; demystify how network transmissions travel from one PC to another over a network, or from one network to another network. We will explore how Hubs, Switches, and Routers work in relationship to the OSI model. In exploring this technology and the OSI model we will gain a basic understanding of Collision Domains, Broadcast Domains, VLANS, and Firewalls. The course will concentrate on current industry technology such as Ethernet Wireless Networks and Telephony. Students will also install a wireless network in the computer lab and then learn how to secure it using ...
... encryption.
TCP/IP Networking Essentials (8 hours)*

This module will explore the TCP/IP protocol suite through an understanding of how the OSI model works. We will explore the interaction of network communications as it relates to the different layers of the model. In covering the TCP/IP suite we will discuss client IP configurations including: IP Addresses, Subnet Masks, Default Gateways, DNS servers and how DHCP is used to dynamically supply these settings. Students will also learn how DNS works in resolving Domain names to IP addresses, and how Website URL's and IP addresses are linked in the global DNS directory system. Student's will also learn how to dissect an IP address and subnet mask to quickly determine the host device's Network address, Broadcast address, and the valid range of addresses in it's network. With this knowledge, we will explore how to troubleshoot IP networks configured into organizational VLANs.
PC/Network Protection: Spyware & Viruses (4 hours)*

This workshop gives users an overview of the security risks to their PCs and networks, and explores the available countermeasures. Virtually every PC is at risk if they have Internet connectivity, especially in the context of always being on through broadband access services (such as cable and DSL modems), as well as the traditional dial-up.

Major topics will include: malicious software i.e.; Viruses, Spy-ware, Pop-ups and E-mail Spam and what to do to prevent these attacks. In addition, participants will learn about Child protection software and how to develop a policy for personal and small office home

office (SOHO) systems.

This module will introduce the student to the world of Unix\Linux which is gaining in popularity in the area on E-Commerce and web hosting. Students will learn to install and navigate through Linux to become familiar with its look and feel. CompTIA does not presently test on any UNIX/Linux objectives, but it is important that students who complete our program have at least a minimal exposure to this OS environment.
Review and Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification Program Exams (12 hours)

This module will introduce the student to the world of Unix\Linux which is gaining in popularity in the area on E-Commerce and web hosting. Students will learn to install and navigate through Linux to become familiar with its look and feel. CompTIA does not presently test on any UNIX/Linux objectives, but it is important that students who complete our program have at least a minimal exposure to this OS environment.
Review and Preparation for CompTIA A+ Certification Program Exams (12 hours)

These sessions are designed to prepare the student for the CompTIA A+ Certification Program exams and Windows MCDST exams. The seminars include a review of the material covered in the previous sessions with a focus on the areas emphasized on the tests. These instructor-led seminars will include ample lab time to allow each participant to focus on areas in which he/she needs help, coverage of test-taking tips and strategies, and computer-based practice tests similar to the actual certification examinations.
Resume Writing & Interviewing Skills Workshop (4 hours)*

This module will allow students who are seeking employment to take advantage of the College's Cooperative Education/Career Services and Transfer Affairs Department. Another resource available to students who are seeking employment would be those services available through the area One-Stop Career Centers. Workshop participants will learn how to write a professional resume and a winning cover letter. In addition, this workshop will cover interviewing skills and techniques as well as the pros and cons of social networking. Other topics that will be covered in this workshop will include developing a career portfolio and the importance financial literacy. Once students have developed a resume they are encouraged to submit it to the lead instructor, for review and editing suggestions.

MCTS,MCTS Exam,MCTS Certification

drive from www.mcts-70-620.com.This course covers sound maintenance practices for MCTS Certification computer systems that will help ensure continued system operations and extended PC life. The material covered will include common preventive maintenance techniques such as cleaning screens, keyboards, mouse, floppy drives and hard drive care, and vacuuming system units. Other topics include: environmental concerns (temperature, moisture, and air quality) ESD, EMI, RFI, and electrical power source conditions.MCTS.