Building upon the IT Professional certificate, the Information Technology Specialist certificate is a comprehensive program designed to provide students with essential skills and knowledge in diverse areas of information technology. This program offers a balanced curriculum covering various aspects of IT, including PC maintenance, networking, LAN (local area network) and WAN (wide area network) technologies, technical support, operating systems, software development, website development, and cybersecurity. Through hands-on classes and practical training, students will gain the expertise needed to excel in the dynamic and rapidly evolving IT industry.
Outcomes
Be able to assemble, maintain, and troubleshoot personal computers.
Show proficiency in cybersecurity principles, techniques, and tools, enabling them to identify and mitigate security risks, safeguard information assets, and respond effectively to cyber threats.
Apply a deep understanding of various operating systems, including Windows, Linux, and macOS, allowing them to configure, administer, and troubleshoot operating system issues in diverse IT environments.
Demonstrate adeptness in software development methodologies, programming languages, and algorithms, enabling them to design, develop, and maintain software applications tailored to meet specific business requirements.
Exhibit proficiency in the Java programming language, allowing them to develop robust and scalable Java applications, applets, and web services, demonstrating proficiency in object-oriented programming principles.
Display development proficiencies in web technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and web frameworks, enabling them to create responsive and dynamic websites and web applications.
Be prepared to pass the CompTIA A+ certification exam, demonstrating expertise in hardware and operating system technologies, troubleshooting, and cyber security.
Exhibit the skills and knowledge required to obtain CompTIA Network+ certification, indicating proficiency in networking concepts, protocols, security practices, and network troubleshooting.