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Introduction to PC Productivity Tools
IT 4114 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - July 21
Burlington (Hybrid) MW 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
The information age has brought with it new challenges in terms of collecting, analyzing, and disseminating data and information. To address these issues, students will learn to use the most popular productivity tools such as Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, and Microsoft PowerPoint. Courseware used is approved by the Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) program. The course is taught in a computer lab and consists of in-class demonstrations by instructors. Students are expected to complete out-of-class hands-on assignments. No prior computer experience is necessary.
(formerly Introduction to PC Software)
Not open to students who have taken MIS 4101, MIS 4102, or MIS 4103 Introduction to Data Processing and Information Systems 1, 2, and 3.
Network Foundations 2
IT 4252 / 3 q.h.
July 23 - August 18
Burlington (Hybrid) MW 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
This course focuses on advanced IP network design topics. It addresses both theoretical aspects such as performance modeling, and analysis, and practical considerations of implementing Internet protocols. The following mechanisms are discussed in detail: transport layer flow and congestion control, scheduling and queue/buffer management, and routing strategies. Practical examples of TCP flavors (e.g., Reno, Tahoe, Vegas), and Internet routing protocols (e.g., RIP, OSPF, BGP) are covered.
Operating Systems Concepts
IT 4282 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Burlington (Hybrid) Tu 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
This course will give students a working knowledge of contemporary operating systems. To provide practical hands-on experience, two operating systems have been chosen: Microsoft Windows, a multitasking OS for personal computers, workstations, and servers; and UNIX, a multiuser OS. Students will learn how to log in, create and manage files and directories, connect to services like the WWW, and use system utilities. In addition, students will examine operating system objectives and functions as well as the history and general characteristics of the two operating systems that serve as examples.
Prerequisite: IT 4114 Introduction to PC Software.
PC Systems Administration
IT 4357 / 3 q.h.
June 25 - August 18
Burlington (Hybrid) M 5:45 PM-8:45 PM
This course covers the essential skills needed to manage the day-to-day operations of an organization's PC computer systems. Topics include how to implement, manage, and maintain the hardware, how to install and configure the operating system and software; backup and recovery procedures, as well as administering the mail, printing, and disk systems; how to troubleshoot, optimize, and monitor the system and provide technical support to users. |
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