Computer Science and Information Technology Careers by Washtenaw Community College

COMPUTER SCIENCE AND INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CAREERS

CONTENTS COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKING.............................................. 5 Computer Systems and Networking............................................................................. 6 Computer Network Operating Systems....................................................................... 7 Computer Systems Technology...................................................................................... 8 Computer Network Academy....................................................................................... 9

CYBERSECURITY..................................................................................... 10 Cybersecurity.................................................................................................................. 11 Principles of Cybersecurity............................................................................................. 12 Cybersecurity Operations.............................................................................................. 13 Automotive Cybersecurity.............................................................................................. 13

COMPUTER SCIENCE............................................................................... 14 Computer Science: Programming in Java..................................................................... 15 Information Systems: Programming in C++.................................................................. 15 Foundations of Information Systems............................................................................. 16 C++ Programming........................................................................................................... 16 Programming in Java..................................................................................................... 17 Web Database Programming Professional.................................................................. 17

If you are looking for an exciting career working with computers and information technology, Washtenaw Community College has many career paths to choose from. As technology evolves and data management systems become increasingly complex and required, the demand for highly skilled professionals continues to grow. Occupations in this field are one of the fastest growing and can lead to rewarding careers in government and public sectors, in corporations of all sizes, in nonprofits, organizations and in colleges and universities. The Computer Science and Information Technology department offers a variety of programs in Computer Systems Technology, Computer Networking, Network System Administration, Computer Programming and Cybersecurity. Whether you want to earn your degree or learn the skills required for high wage, high demand careers, Washtenaw Community College is the place for you. We offer both in person and online courses that include training in Computer Science and Information Technology careers that employers are hiring today and will be hiring well into the future. Our degree and certificate programs will enhance your personal and professional qualifications with hands-on labs, virtualized environments for online learners and instruction from industry professionals. Many of our IT programs also prepare students for industry certifications.

COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKING

COMPUTER SYSTEMS AND NETWORKING ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE This associate degree prepares students for entry level information technology positions in networking techical support, hardware repair, server administration, in a client/server environment. The degree incorporates the certificates which are described in this brochure and listed below. THIS DEGREE CONSISTS OF: Completion of the Computer Systems Technology Certificate Completion of one of the two Certificates below: • Computer Network Academy • Computer Network Operating Systems General Education Requirements PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Network and Computer Systems Administrator, Computer Network Architect, and Computer Network Support Specialist. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/apcsn

COMPUTER NETWORK OPERATING SYSTEMS CERTIFICATE A certificate program focused on preparing students for entry level positions in a Windows Client/ Server Environment as well as building foundations for careers in System Administration. Students looking to refresh their knowledge of Systems Administration related to the current version of Microsoft Server and Windows Client are welcome as well. This program is designed to teach students to install, configure, administer, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot Microsoft Client/Server networks utilizing current Microsoft Server and Workstation Operating Systems in simulated real-life situations. Multiple Aspects of the Client/Server environment will be taught including but not limited to: GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Implementation of various types of server installations including V.M.’s Server Core and Nano. Multiple forms of Operating System Deployments will be utilized - DISM and WDS (Windows Deployment Services). Configuration of various types of advanced storage concepts including RAID, Storage Spaces, and ISCSI Deployment of various types of Fault Tolerant Servers including Network Load Balancing and Fail-Over Clustering. Implementation of various forms of both IPv4 and IPv6 networks including subnetting. Administration and management of server networking services including DHCP, DNS, various types of Remote Access VPN’s, Network Address Translation, and RADIUS Server. Configuration of various Server functionality such as File, Web, Security servers. Configuring, managing and testing Windows Certificate Server, issuing various types of certificates and investigating revocation lists. Installing and administering active directory including setting up DNS and Domain Controllers in a multi-Domain environment, incorporating different site management strategies. Configuration of active directory group policies including security policies, application installations, scripts, folder redirection, and automatic printer installations. PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Network and Computer System Administrator, Computer User Support Specialist and Computer Network Support Specialist. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvcno

COMPUTER SYSTEMS TECHNOLOGY CERTIFICATE A certificate program geared to prepare students for entry level positions in information technology as well as building a foundation in the fundamentals for a number of information technology certifications, (the A+, the Server +, and the Network + certifications). You’ll learn the basics of the underlying hardware in both servers and client workstations used in a business environment. Networking concepts ranging from Point to Point to Cross-Networking protocols are emphasized, even covering the emerging autonomous vehicle protocols for intelligent transportation. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Disassembly and Assembly of Computer Hardware Adding Hardware and Troubleshooting Computer Issues Implementing Storage Technologies such as NAS. Implementing Virtual Technologies including the Use of Virtual Machines. Building Actual Networks, both the Physical Wiring and Software Components Installation and Configuration of Wireless Networks Implementing and Configuring Protocols associated with Autonomous Vehicles Practicing Command Line Fundamentals used for Managing both Servers and Networks. PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS AN... IT Helpdesk Technician, IT Support Specialist and Server Administrator. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/ctcstc

COMPUTER NETWORK ACADEMY CERTIFICATE This certificate gives the student the ability to install, configure, operate, and troubleshoot small to largesize routed and switched networks, including implementation and verification of connections to remote sites in a WAN. This program includes basic mitigation of security threats, introduction to wireless networking concepts, terminology, and performance-based skills. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Installing and configuring Cisco Routers for multiple networks. Configuring and managing network switches, including using VLAN Technology. Performing advanced network configurations for large enterprise networks Implementation of wide area networks including using OSPF protocol. Providing network security using Access Control Lists in routers. The Theory of Network Virtualization and Network Automation This certificate can be completed in one semester.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Network and Computer System Administrator, Computer Network Architect and Computer Network Support Specialist. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvcna1

CYBERSECURITY

CYBERSECURITY ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE Cybersecurity has become critical in every modern business and a shortage of qualified individuals makes it a very appealing career option. In the Cybersecurity program at WCC, students are introduced to the skills and strategies needed to plan and carry out security measures to protect an organization’s computer networks and information systems. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Network Security – Security+ Computer Networking with Cisco Infrastructure and Perimeter Protection Intrusion Detection and Prevention Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems Penetration Testing Cryptography Scripting with Python Network Forensics PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS AN... Information Security Analyst, Network and Computer Administration and Intelligent Analyst. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/apcscy

WCC has been designated as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education.

PRINCIPLES OF CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE This program is designed to meet the emerging demand for highly skilled cybersecurity professionals within the information technology industry and business community. This certificate program provides an in-depth examination of cybersecurity technology with an emphasis on executing a vulnerability analysis of an organization’s network and network hardening. The student will be trained to use various tools to analyze networks for vulnerabilities and secure networks through the application of various defense mechanisms including firewalls, intrusion detection and Virtual Private Networks (VPN). GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Networking Introduction to Network Security (CompTIA Security+) Essentials of Network Penetration Testing Network Perimeter Protection (CCNA Security) Cyber Operations (CCNA Cyber Ops) This certificate can be completed in one semester.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS AN... Information Security Analyst, Network and Computer System Administrator and Ethical Hacker/Penetration Tester. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/ctcys

CYBERSECURITY OPERATIONS CERTIFICATE This certificate will allow students to develop the knowledge and skills associated with monitoring, detecting, investigating, analyzing and responding to security events, thus protecting systems and organizations from cybersecurity risks, threats and vulnerabilities. Students will prepare for the Cisco CCNA Cyber Operations Associate Examination. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Network Forensics Introduction to Programming Using Python Cybersecurity Operatons - CCNA Cyber Ops Cybersecurity Operations Certification Preparation PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS AN... SOC Analyst, Incident Response Analyst, and Cybersecurity Analyst. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvcsco

AUTOMOTIVE CYBERSECURITY CERTIFICATE This program is designed to meet the emerging demand for highly skilled automotive cybersecurity professionals. Students are introduced to the skills and strategies needed to test security related to automobile networks and related infrastructure. Explore protocols and messages produced by the vehicles vulnerable to attacks, and consider risk mitigation covering authentication, encryption and firewall technologies. GET HAND-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Automotive Electrical Introduction to Computer Science Local and Mobile Networking Essentials Introduction to Network Security-Security+ Essentials of Automotive Penetration Testing PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS AN... Automotive Cybersecurity Technician and an Embedded Systems Security Technician. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/ctacyb

COMPUTER SCIENCE

COMPUTER SCIENCE: PROGRAMMING IN JAVA ASSOCIATE IN APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE This program prepares students to transfer to various four year colleges/universities to complete a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Applied Computer Science and to pursue careers in computer science fields such as computer systems programming and analysis, software development and maintenance, and applications programming. THIS DEGREE CONSISTS OF: Completion of the Programming in Java Advance Certificate Completion of Computer Science course General Education Requirements PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Software Engineer, Java Web Developer, and Java Android Developer. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/ascspj

INFORMATION SYSTEMS: PROGRAMMING IN C++ ASSOCIATE IN SCIENCE DEGREE This program prepares students to transfer to various four year colleges/universities to complete a bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Applied Computer Science and to pursue careers in computer science fields such as computer systems programming and analysis, software development and maintenance, and applications programming. THIS DEGREE CONSISTS OF: Completion of the C++ Programming Certificate Completion of Advanced C++ courses General Education Requirements PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Software Engineer and C++ Developer. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvcpgm

FOUNDATIONS OF INFORMATION SYSTEMS CERTIFICATE The Foundations of Information Systems certificate provides a conceptual framework for those students wishing to become a professional in computer information systems or computer programming. The student will be introduced to computer science programming logic, as well as developing algorithms to solve programming problems. In addition, students will acquire an understanding of the impact of information systems and information technology on the business, industrial, and other environments in which they will work as programmers or analysts. COURSES INCLUDE: Introduction to Computer Information Systems Linux/Unix Fundamentals Introduction to Computer Science

PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Computer Programmer. For career information wccnet.edu/ctfis

C++ PROGRAMMING ADVANCED CERTIFICATE This program prepares students for jobs as a computer programmer where they will write C++ code and develop applications utilizing object-oriented programming techniques. Students will also develop skills that can apply to the related jobs of programmer/analyst and software architect. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Introduction to programming, problem solving, program development and style Object-oriented features, such as class, inheritance, pointers, exceptions, and templates. Data structure and dealing with data, using vectors, stacks, queues, trees, hash, and graphs. This certificate can be completed in one semester.

PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Software Engineer and C++ Developer. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvcpgm

PROGRAMMING IN JAVA ADVANCED CERTIFICATE This program intended for students who need to acquire skills in the Java programming language. The program also gives students skills that can apply to the related jobs of programmer/analyst. GET HANDS-ON WITH CLASSES IN: Introduction to programming, problem solving, program development and style. Object-Oriented Programming Principles: Encapsulation, Inheritence, Polymorphism and Abstraction. Fundamental and advanced Java features such as flow of control, I/O, exceptions, data structure, Stream API, multithreading, and Java GUI. Android Programming with Kotlin. Java Server Programming using Sprint framework and Hibernate. PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Software Engineer, Java Web Developer, and Java Android Developer. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvjvpr

WEB DATABASE PROGRAMMING PROFESSIONAL ADVANCED CERTIFICATE This program focuses on the development of web databases and e-commerce applications. The coursework emphasizes server-side programming and is intended for students with strong programming background. Students will be exposed to a professional team programming exercise. If a student needs exposure to front-end web development, a certificate in the web design and development discipline should be considered. COURSES INCLUDE: Web Programming using Apache, MySQL, and PHP Java Server Programming Professional Team Programming Database Principles and Applications PREPARE FOR A CAREER AS A... Computer and Information Systems Manager, Web Developer and Web Administrator. For career information, visit wccnet.edu/cvwdpp

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