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Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep
available
with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Time to roll up those sleeves and dive inside the personal computer. This online Basic CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course will teach you about the hardware common to virtually every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices. You will learn how things work, how to configure everything, and how to troubleshoot in real-world environments. This course gives you the knowledge to base the rest of your CompTIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1001 and 220-1002 exams.
This is a self-paced OR Instructor-Led class. Start dates for Instructor-Led classes are: Mar 15 | Apr 12 | May 17 | Jun 14.
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CompTIA® Network+ Certification Prep
available
with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

This course will teach you everything you need to take and pass the CompTIA Network+ certification exam (N10-007). You will learn about the OSI seven-layer model, protocol suites, modern network operating systems, network hardware, cabling standards, remote connectivity, Internet connections, cloud computing, network security, network troubleshooting, and more.
This is an Instructor-Led only class. The dates are: Mar 15 | Apr 12 | May 17 | Jun 14, for classes to start.
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Intermediate CompTIA A+ Certification Prep
available
with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

This online Intermediate CompTIA A+ Certification Prep course will teach you how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows, plus explore similar features in macOS and Linux. You will examine and compare the features and structures of Windows 7, 8/8.1, and 10. Toward the end of the course, you will get a deeper understanding of virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks. Plus, you will learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting. This course takes you through the second of three steps you need to become both a highly-competent PC tech and a CompTIA A+ certified technician, using the 1001 and 1002 competencies.
This is an instructor-led or self-paced course. Classes start on Mar 15, Apr 12, May 17 and Jun 14.
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LPI Linux Essentials Exam Prep
with Ed2Go Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

The Linux Professional Institute (LPI) Linux Essentials exam is an industry standard that demonstrates to employers that you know the basics of the Linux operating system. In this course, you will gain the support you need to study, prepare for, and pass the Linux Essentials exam. You will start with the history of Linux, how it was originally developed, and why there are so many different distributions available. You'll learn about the open source software movement, and how the various types of open source software licensing differ. The course walks you through the basics of all the Linux distributions but focuses on the Ubuntu Linux 14.04 LTS distribution.
In this course, you will discover how to use both the Linux graphical desktop and the text-based command line, and you'll master the basics so you can work comfortably in either environment. You will explore how Linux uses standard folders to organize system files, application files, and user files, and you will learn how to manipulate files within the different types of folders. The course also demonstrates the power of Linux in working with text files, so you can create, edit, and search for data in text files. As you work through the lessons, you'll gain practical, real-world Linux tips and techniques, as well as the skills required to pass the LPI Linux Essentials exam. From there, you'll be on your way to a career as a Linux system administrator!
This class is Instructor-Led or Self-paced. Instructor-Led classes start April 12, May 17, Jun 14 and July 12.
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Software Development Security
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

This course covers software development security while focusing on the systems development life cycle, operating systems, and their environments. Additional topics include the role of various databases in security and how to recognize and guard against attacks on software. Students will have the opportunity to apply application security controls. This course requires a basic understanding of IT concepts.
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Threats and Vulnerabilities Scenarios
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

This course examines the process of identifying and mitigating threats and vulnerabilities in information systems. It covers common categories of threats and vulnerabilities and the resources used to detect them. This course also features a number of fictional scenarios based on threats and vulnerabilities. This course is designed for IT professionals and other adult learners who are interested in information technology security, with an eye towards handling real-world scenarios.
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Cybersecurity for Human Resources Professionals
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

This course introduces cybersecurity concepts to those who work in the field of human resources. Particular focus is placed on working in conjunction with more technical departments in delivering to employees effective training and policies regarding corporate security. The course also engages learners on security concerns specific to the type of data handled by human resources departments.
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Data and Human Resource Management
with MindEdge Instructor, MSAD#1 Adult & Community Education

Big data and data analytics are changing how businesses run and managers do their jobs. In this course, you will explore how human resource managers use data to provide better support to the employees they manage and to contribute to the strategic practices of their organizations. You will learn about different kinds of data and analyses, and you will consider how data collection and organization may factor into problem-solving processes. We will also review issues pertaining to data collection and employee privacy and confidentiality.
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