Description
Overview:
This CITP certification course is intended for anyone interested in learning computer fundamentals and IT Security. The CITP provides essential technology competencies and enhances foundational IT skills to improve students’ job performance. Students will learn competencies such as how to utilize a computer, its hardware, database and network. In additional, introductory computer security concepts are taught, such as access controls and best practices.
The CIT certification course is excellent for secondary or post-secondary students wanting to have a career in IT or professionals considering a career change or simply looking for a broader understanding of IT. The CITP curriculum in an excellent foundation program that can be included in academic two-year / four-year degree programs.
Prerequisites:
None
Audience:
- Everyone
- Employees
- IT Starters
- Career Changers
- Secondary Students
- Post-secondary Students
Outline:
Module 1: Utilizing Concepts
- Widely used computing devices
- Utilizing a workstation
- Utilizing an operating system (OS)
- Operating system administration
- Troubleshooting and supporting
Module 2: Utilizing Databases and Applications
- Utilizing applications
- Utilizing databases
- Utilizing data types and units
- Application development and programming
- Utilizing databases and applications
Module 3: Utilizing Computer Hardware
- Components of the system
- Utilizing device interfaces
- Utilizing peripheral devices
- Utilizing storage devices
- Utilizing files systems
- Utilizing computer hardware
Module 4: Utilizing Networks
- Concepts of the network
- Connecting to a network
- Utilizing mobile devices
- Utilizing shared storage
- Secure web browsing
- Utilizing networks
Module 5: Introduction to Security Concepts
- Concerns about security
- Behavioral security concepts
- Managing access controls
- Security best practices
- Managing security
