Computer Certification Preparation Programs
A+ Certification Preparation / IT Essentials I Additional Class Added - Updated Apr 07, 2008
Enter the world of technical know how and support. This class prepares students to take the A+ certification exam, considered the entry level certification for IT professionals. You will learn about the hardware common to virtually every personal computer. You will review various Windows operating systems covered by the A+ Certification exam, and will explore how to install, maintain, configure, and upgrade most current versions of Windows. Attendance at the first class is required. (77 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00- Thu/Thu May 27-Aug 07 6:00 PM- 9:30 PM
- 142 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: ELN-7400-405 Instructor: Paxton
CCENT I: Networking for Home and Small Business
Need to better understand how your network works, or why it doesn't when it doesn't? This two course track prepares students to take the CCENT (Cisco Certified Entry Network Technician) exam. Not interested in certification? This class is still for you! The Cisco Networking Academy Program combines instructor-led and online education with hands-on laboratory exercises to prepare you for employment opportunities in the real world. Learn the ins and outs of personal computer hardware, operating systems, connecting to a network, connecting to the internet through an ISP, network addressing and services, wireless technologies, basic security and troubleshooting your network. Students will need basic PC competence, in both hardware and operating system, equal to those gained in IT Essentials I or similar work experience in the IT arena. Attendance at the first class is required. (64 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00- This class will begin in August - please contact Bethany Faber via email
bfaber@abtech.edu or 254-1921, Ext. 5825 for further details.
CCNA I: Networking Basics
Information Technology is an integral element in everyone's life. The Cisco Networking Academy Program combines instructor-led and online education with hands-on laboratory exercises to prepare you for employment opportunities in the real world. This course is the first of four courses leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. You will learn Network terminology, Network protocols, the basics of LANs, WANs, the OSI model, cabling, cabling tools, routers, Ethernet, and IP addressing. You'll also build skills in the proper care, maintenance, and use of networking software, tools, and equipment. Students will need basic IT skills, equal to those gained in IT Essentials I or similar work experience in the IT arena. Attendance at the first class is required. (80 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00- This class will begin in August - please contact Bethany Faber via email bfaber@abtech.edu or 254-1921, Ext. 5825 for further details.
CCNA IV, WAN Technologies
This course is the last of four courses leading to the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) designation. The course focuses on the following topics: Advanced IP addressing techniques, Network Address Translation (NAT), Port Address Translation (PAT), Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol (DHCP), WAN technology and terminology, PPP, ISDN, DDR, Frame Relay, and Network Management. Students will be required to apply information from CCNA 1, CCNA 2, and CCNA 3 to a network and should be able to explain how and why a particular strategy is used. This course will also help students prepare for the CCNA exam. (80 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00- Tue/Thu, Mar 11 - May 08, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 208 Balsam Computer Technology Center, Asheville Campus Course #: CAS-7432-425 Instructor: Lightner
MCSA - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator - Online
Prepare yourself online for the MCSA certification exams. Classes begin once a month and access is granted for one year. Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator for Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (MCSA 2003) certificate program is designed to provide the students the skills needed to acquire entry-level employment in the field of network administration. Graduates of the program can seek successful employment as computer technicians, systems support specialists, or network administrators. Students cannot register online for the MCSA course, call 254-1921, Ext 5833 for preregistration information. (440 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $2,400.00- Apr 07, Course #: SEF-7424-D03
- May 05, Course #: SEF-7424-E03
- Jun 09, Course #: SEF-7424-F03
MCSA+ - Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (Accelerated) - Online
This training program is for those that hold one of the following third-party certifications or certification combinations: Security+ Certification, A+ and Network+ certifications or A+ and Server+ certifications. Classes begin once a month and access is granted for one year. Students cannot register online for the MCSA+ course, call 254-1921, Ext 5833 for preregistration information. (340 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $2,100.00- Apr 07, Course #: SEF-7425-D04
- May 05, Course #: SEF-7425-E04
- Jun 09, Course #: SEF-7425-F04
MCSE - Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer - Online
The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer Security course on Microsoft Windows® 2003 training certification ensures IT professionals the knowledge and skill to design, plan, and implement security on the Microsoft platform and as part of a secure computing environment. Students cannot register online for the MCSE course, call 254-1921, Ext. 5833 for preregistration information. (350 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $3,200.00- Apr 07, Course #: SEF-7422-D05
- May 05, Course #: SEF-7422-E05
- Jun 09, Course #: SEF-7422-F05
MCDBA - Microsoft Certified Database Administrator - Online
Prepare yourself online for the MCDBA certification exams. Classes begin once a month and access is granted for one year. The Microsoft Certified Database Administrator (MCDBA) on Microsoft SQL Server 2000 credential is the premier certification for professionals who implement and administer Microsoft SQL Server databases. Students cannot register online for the MCDBA course, call 254-1921, Ext 5833 for preregistration information. (460 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $3,000.00- Apr 07, Course #: SEF-7426-D02
- May 05, Course #: SEF-7426-E02
- Jun 09, Course #: SEF-7426-F02
RHCT I: Linux Essentials
This course is the first in a series of three which will prepare you to take the Red Hat Certified Technician (RHCT) exam. You will explore an introduction to essential tools in Red Hat Enterprise Linux. This lab intensive course is designed for students with little or no command-line Linux or UNIX experience. Although this class is taught using Red Hat Linux, the skills obtained are applicable to any flavor of unix. Students will need user-level experience with any computer system, including: use of mouse, and use of menus. Attendance at the first class is required. (64 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00-
This class will begin in August - please contact Bethany Faber via email
bfaber@abtech.edu or 254-1921, Ext. 5825 for further details.