CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Danville Area Community
College
2004-2005
Computer Communications & Networks
Certificate Program
The program will provide intense training and education for individuals with prior working knowledge in the networking field. The courses emphasize practical skills required to perform duties in the networking environment. This program prepares the student for the Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) examination.
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Required Courses |
Hours |
F,S,I,SU |
Grade |
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First Semester |
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INFO 153 A+ Software Preparation |
3 |
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INFO 163 Windows XP Professional |
3 |
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INFO 173 Linux Operating System |
3 |
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INFO 283 A+ Hardware Preparation |
3 |
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Total |
12 |
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Second Semester |
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INFO 213 Microsoft Windows Server 2003 |
3 |
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INFO 223 Novell Netware Operating System |
3 |
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Total |
6 |
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Third Semester |
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INFO 253 Managing a Microsoft Windows 2003 Network Environment |
3 |
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Total |
3 |
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Enrollment in developmental classes may increase the length of time it takes to complete a certificate.
INFO153 A+ Software Preparation (Spring) -- 3 hours
This course will cover the component identification and setup of a personal
computer. Students will load software, write batch and execution files, learn
memory management techniques, and handle other advanced configuration
requirements. Troubleshooting of installation and setup of software and
peripherals will be covered. [C]
INFO163
Microsoft Windows XP Professional (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to
implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems that incorporate
Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional. Students will learn about and use the
various tools for installing, administering, and configuring Windows 2000
including the Microsoft Management Console, Task Scheduler, Control Panel, and
Registry Editor. Students will also learn about and manage print devices,
shared and NTFS permissions, data storage and disk-quotas, EFS, remote access,
and troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers. Prerequisites: INFO110
or consent of instructor
INFO173
LINUX Operating System (Fall) -- 4 hours
This course gives a basic introduction to working with the LINUX operating
system. Topics include a brief history of the development of LINUX and an
explanation of how it has been designed to satisfy the requirements of a
multi-user computer system. The essential components of LINUX
,as well as the concept of a shell, are covered in the context of the overall
structure of the operating system. Prerequisites: INFO163
[C]
INFO283
A+ Hardware Preparation (Spring)
-- 3 hours
This course is designed for the new computer professional who needs to expand
their knowledge of personal computer (PC) hardware, and learn the basic skills
to set up and support the operating systems that run on PCs. Prerequisites:
INFO110
or consent of instructor
INFO213
Microsoft Windows Server 2003 (Fall and Spring) -- 3 hours
This course provides students with the knowledge and
skills necessary to implement, administer, and troubleshoot information systems
that incorporate Microsoft Windows 2000 Server. Students will learn how to
install and administer Active Directory services and how to manage Active
Directory objects. Students will also use Microsoft Management Console to
monitor system performance, to administer Internet Information Services, and to
administer accounts and policies. In addition, students will learn how to administer
print services, network protocols and services, and disaster protection. Prerequisites:
INFO163
INFO223
Novell Netware Operating System (Spring) -- 4 hours
Learn the skills and knowledge necessary to add users to a network, perform
system backups, install user software, perform basic troubleshooting tasks, and
maintain network security systems. Perform system administration tasks using
Novell Netware. Prerequisites: INFO163
[C]
INFO253
Managing a Windows 2003 Infrastructure -- 3 hours
This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to
install, manage, monitor, configure, and troubleshoot DNS, DHCP, Remote Access,
Network Protocols, IP Routing, and WINS in a Windows 2003 network
infrastructure. In addition, students will learn the skills required
to manage, monitor, and troubleshoot Network Address Translation and
Certificate Services. Prerequisites: INFO213
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