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Information Technology Pathways Course Description

 

Information Technology Pathways

Employers are often skeptical of applicants and may not hire them for the available position.  For example, a candidate with only CompTIA A+ certification might not be hired for a position that calls for a computer technician qualification. However, if the candidate has a CompTIA A+ and CompTIA Network+ certifications, an employer might hire the candidate. It is important to note that companies do not spend time and money. Today repairing a malfunctioning computer, they instead purchase a new computer that is more reliable. The organization uses their computers in a network environment that makes it imperative that a computer technician with computer Network training and fix computers will secure a job before a computer technician without network experience. It is now easier for students to choose their career options and be confident that they have made the right choice. Pathways provide students with a clear direction for success in achieving their goals, with tools to stay on track and save time and money. New and returning students can take advantage of the IT Pathways offers by scheduling an appointment with an advisor at UDC-WDLL to discuss their IT goals.

IT Fundamentals (FCO-U51 certification exam)

 

IT Fundamentals is designed for individuals pursuing professional development training in information technology and provides instruction on the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification Exam. Topics include basic computer concepts, types of computers, hardware and software components, networking, network protocols, information security, maintenance, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer systems, as well as future technologies.

CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part 1

 

CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. CompTIA A+ is a two-part series (Core I & II) designed to train those that want to become computer support technicians. The international, vendor-neutral certification proves competence in installation, preventive maintenance, networking, security, and troubleshooting. Topics covered include hardware, operating systems, networking, and security.

CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part 2

 

This course is the second of a two-part series designed to train those that want to become CompTIA A+ certified computer support technicians. The practical applications of hardware, operating systems, networking, and security will be covered in this course. Prerequisite: Successful completion of CompTIA A+ Certification Preparation Part

CompTIA Network+ Certification Preparation

 

This course will cover the installation and operation of computer networks from the hardware, rather than the administrative standpoint. Students will build and test working networks and associated wiring. Network+ helps prepare students for the CompTIA Network+ certification exam. A student who completes the course is eligible for a voucher for certification testing. 

Ethical Hacking Certification Preparation

 

Students will learn the tools and methodologies used by ethical hackers and learn updated computer security resources that describe vulnerabilities and innovative methods to protect networks. Students will practice foot-printing, scanning, enumeration, exploitation, and post-exploitation, learn about federal and state computer crime laws, and make changes in penalties for illegal computer hacking. This course is designed for those interested in systems and application security or who want to take the EC-Council’s Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam.

 

Computer Security+

 

Computer Security+ is designed to give the student a foundation of understanding of various computer security concepts, functions, and applications. The class maps to the CompTIA Security+ exam and includes these topics: general security, communication security, infrastructure security, basics of cryptography, and operations/organizational security. Upon completion of the class, students should be prepared to take the CompTIA vendor-neutral Security + exam. Successful completion of this exam is generally globally recognized as equivalent to an entry-level security specialist position.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Preparation, Part 1

 

MOS is an introductory course that emphasizes the effective use of word processing features to create, format, and manage documents. Together with Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Preparation Part 2, this course prepares students for the Microsoft Office Certification exam in Word 2016.

Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Preparation, Part 2

 

An introductory course emphasizes the effective use of word processing features to create, format, and manage documents using graphics and hyperlinks. Additional topics include coverage of document tracking and referencing. Together with Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS) Word Preparation Part 1, this course prepares students for the Microsoft Office Certification exam in Word 2016.

Problem Solving With Spreadsheets: MOS Excel Preparation

 

MOS This is a comprehensive course in the use of electronic spreadsheet software to solve problems, analyze financial and other data, set and evaluate scenarios, and effectively present data from spreadsheets in charts. This course will prepare the student for the Beginner and Intermediate Microsoft Office Certification (MOS) exams in Excel 2016.

Introduction to Database Management

 

This course will cover data management techniques using Microsoft Access. Topics include fundamentals of database design with an emphasis on relational file processing. Textbook required. This course prepares the student for the Microsoft Office Certification Exam (MOS) exam in Access. Students must purchase an exam voucher through www.certiport.com to take the exam.

Linux Certification

 

Becoming certified in Linux can benefit the student in two ways. If student job duties include Linux troubleshooting, installation, or maintenance, or if the student is preparing for any Linux-related career, it provides the background knowledge and skills required to be successful. Also, it prepares the student to take the CompTIA® Linux+ exam, which is an essential credential for individuals working in IT, especially those on the path of a Web and software development career.

Cloud+

 

This course is designed for students who have completed extensive course work leading to Cloud+ certification and is intended as a final review before the certification exam. Topics include disk storage systems, storage networking, virtualization, performance tuning, infrastructure, resource management, and testing.

App Development with Swift Certification Level 1

 

Learn the basics of the Apple Software Development Kit. The classes teach you to code and build proficient iOS 12 apps for iPhone and iPad. Primarily aimed at beginners, get to know everything required to become a successful iOS app developer. Explore and use developer tools such as Playgrounds, Xcode, Simulator, and Interface Builder, Learn how to build and run iOS apps using Swift. Explore and learn standard tools, technologies, interface elements, and design patterns used to build iOS apps. Learn the skills needed to build iOS apps for iPhone and iPad. Learn to use common iOS frameworks in hands-on app projects.

Certified iOS App Developer

 

Expert in iOS App Developer Learn all aspects of iOS app developments. In this program, the student will master the Swift programming language and develop professional-looking iOS apps. In the introductory classes, taught to be familiar with the fundamentals and build our first app with Swift and Xcode. tuIn this program, the student will learn features like AutoLayout, UIButtons, UILbels, ViewController, harness the power of APIs, and much more. Finally, the student will work on a project that can be put on the App Store.

SWIFT Certified Interface Program

 
SWIFT Compatible Interface program for registered providers and non-SWIFT interfaces helps ensure that interfaces meet interoperability requirements with SWIFT messaging services, including correct adherence to protocols and implementation of certain mandatory features. To be certified, an interface provider must pass stringent integration testing and meet the conformance requirements defined by SWIFT. To ensure operability and business continuity, customers must connect to SWIFT through a certified interface.

SWIFT Certified Specialist

 
SWIFT Certified Specialists acquire a unique skill set above others. This course examines the student’s knowledge of specific SWIFT services and products so that they can provide the right level of advice or implementation support to customers. In the scope of the SWIFT Certified Specialist, an individual must have successfully demonstrated knowledge and understanding of certain specific SWIFT services and products.

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

 

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Certification is among the most valuable and highly sought after cloud computing certifications today. AWS Certified Solutions Architect training is for anyone trying to learn the major components of Amazon Web Services (AWS). By the end of the course, the student would be prepared to pass the associate-level AWS Certified Solutions Architect certification exam. AWS Certified Solutions Architect is a must-have for any IT professional who wants to work in AWS Cloud computing.

AWS Solution Architect (Associate)

 

AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification is among the most critical aspect of cloud computing certifications. The AWS Solution Architect should e taken by every student interested in understanding the mechanics of cloud computing and seeking to understand the significant components of the associate-level-AWS Certified Solutions Architect Certification exam. This course starts with a broad overview of the AWS platform. Programming knowledge is not needed, and no prior AWS experience is required. The student will build a foundation to pass the AWS Certified Solutions Architect exam after completing this course even if a student has never programmed before. Not only will this course cover the fundamentals of AWS architectural principles and service, but we will also deep dive into each of the individual elements: IAM, S3, Cloudfront, Storage Gateway, Snowball, EC2, Cloud Watch, CLI, Lambda, Route 53, RDS, Dynamo DB, Redshift, ElastiCache, Aurora, VPC, SQS, SNS, E#lastic, Transcoder, Kinesis, API Gateway, etc. 

AWS Solution Architect (Professional Certification)

 

The AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional course and exam are intended for individuals who perform a solutions architect role with two or more years of hands-on experience managing and operating systems on AWS. Abilities Validated by the Certification are:

  1. Design and deploy dynamically scalable, available, fault-tolerant, and reliable applications on AWS.
  2. Select appropriate AWS services to design and deploy an application based on given requirements.
  3. Migrate complex, multi-tier applications on AWS.
  4. Design and deploy enterprise-wide scalable operations on AWS.
  5. Implement cost-control strategies.

Recommended Knowledge and Experience for Certification: a) Two or more years of hands-on experience designing, deploying, and using cloud architecture on AWS, b) Ability to evaluate cloud application requirements and make architectural recommendations for implementation, deployment, and provisioning applications on AWS: a) Familiarity with AWS CLI, AWS APIs, AWS CloudFormation templates, the AWS Billing Console, and the AWS Management Console, b) Explain and apply the five pillars of the AWS Well-Architected Framework, c) Design a hybrid architecture using key AWS technologies (e.g., VPN, AWS Direct Connect), d) Ability to provide best practice guidance on the architectural design across multiple applications and projects of the enterprise, e) Familiarity with a scripting language, f) Familiarity with Windows and Linux environments, g) Map business objectives to application/architecture requirements, and h) Architect a continuous integration and deployment process. 

AWS Certified Developer

 

The AWS Certified Developer – Associate examination is intended for individuals who perform a development role and have one or more years of hands-on experience developing and maintaining an AWS-based application using AWS:

  • Demonstrate an understanding of core AWS services, uses, and underlying AWS architecture
  • Demonstrate ability in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-based applications
  • In-depth knowledge of at least one high-level programming language
  • Understanding of core AWS services, uses, and underlying AWS architecture best practices
  • Proficiency in developing, deploying, and debugging cloud-based applications
  • Ability to use the AWS service APIs, AWS CLI, and SDKs to write applications
  • Ability to identify critical features of AWS services
  • Understanding of the AWS shared responsibility model
  • Understanding of application lifecycle management
  • Ability to use a CI/CD pipeline to deploy applications on AWS
  • Ability to use or interact with AWS services
  • Ability to apply a basic understanding of cloud-native applications to write code
  • Ability to write code using AWS security best practices (e.g., not using secret and Access keys
    in the code, instead of IAM roles)
  • Ability to create, maintain, and debug code modules on AWS
  • Proficiency writing code for serverless applications
  • Understanding of the use of containers in the development process

AWS Certified Dev/Ops in Enterprise

 

Sharing his pioneering insight on how organizations can transform their software development and delivery processes, Gary Gruver provides a tactical framework to implement DevOps principles in “Starting and Scaling DevOps in the Enterprise.”

In a DevOps culture, IT and development teams seamlessly collaborate to increase delivery and productivity. One of the most significant obstacles organizations face when implementing a DevOps approach is adapting principles to address unique challenges. In “Starting and Scaling DevOps in the Enterprise,” Gary Gruver provides an architecture to help teams assess current practices and identify the next steps in achieving continuous improvement.

AWS Certified SysOps Administration

 

The AWS Certified SysOps Administrator – Associate (SOA-C01) certification is based on administering applications on AWS from an operations perspective. The AWS Certified SysOps involves few installation or deployment topics; it deals more with decisions we must make in our environments based on information we receive from monitoring, auditing, and any performance feedback gathered. The AWS Certified SysOps was developed to provide the student with the requisite knowledge to pass on the AWS SysOps Administrator certification exam and gain the hands-on experience required to become a qualified AWS Systems Operator working in a real-world environment.

AWS Certified Dev/Ops Engineer

 

The AWS Certified DevOps Engineer – Professional exam is intended for individuals who perform a DevOps engineer role with two or more years of experience provisioning, operating and managing AWS environments. Abilities validated by the AWS Certified DevOps includes the following:

  • Implement and manage continuous delivery systems and methodologies on AWS
  • Implement and automate security controls, governance processes, and compliance validation
  • Define and deploy monitoring, metrics, and logging systems on AWS
  • Implement systems that are available, scalable, and self-healing on the AWS platform
  • Design, manage and maintain tools to automate operational processes
  • Experience developing code in at least one high-level programming language
  • Experience building highly automated infrastructures
  • Experience administering operating systems
  • Understanding of modern development and operations processes and methodologies

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