Portland State University
 
Information Technology
Course Number: IT101
MULTI CERTIFICATE (A+/ NETWORK+/ CCNA/ MCP/ SECURITY+)

A+ - Certification is a CompTIA-sponsored testing program that certifies the competency of entry-level computer service technicians. The test covers a broad range of hardware and software technologies, but is not bound to any vendor-specific products. The program is backed by major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications.

Network+ - Certification prepares you for a career in the administration and support of internetworking environments. Network + covers the areas of Network Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Network Operating Systems, Network Installation and Upgrading, Managing User Accounts and Passwords, Remote Access and Administration, and Fault Tolerance and Disaster Recovery.

CCNA - Cisco Certified Network Associate. This program provides a comprehensive introduction to deploying Cisco routers in an inter-networked environment. Through extensive hands-on exercises, students gain the fundamental knowledge and skills needed to install, configure and troubleshoot Cisco routers.

MCP - Microsoft Certified Professional covers the Microsoft XP Professional module giving the student an overview of networking with Microsoft Windows operating system.

Security+ - Theft and destruction of intellectual property takes place despite the presence of firewalls, encryption and corporate edicts. Neither technologies nor policies alone offer effective information security. The IT industry must have a well-trained work force to effectively combat hackers and decrease financial losses. The demand for skilled security professionals is growing significantly.

Our top-notch information technology and computer training meets the growing demands of the Portland Metro area including Vancouver (WA), Southwestern Washington, and Salem, Oregon communities.

For more details, please contact our Technical Adviser at 503-725-2395 or email it@pdx.edu.

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Exposure to Computers.