CNIT

Introduction to Networks

This course will teach the skills required to troubleshoot, configure, and manage common network devices; establish basic network connectivity; understand and maintain network documentation; identify network limitations and weaknesses; and implement network security, standards, and protocols. The candidate will have a basic understanding of enterprise technologies, including cloud and virtualization technologies. Follows objectives of CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

Operating Systems Technologies

This course provides the knowledge and skills to select and install system software, and to diagnose and troubleshoot system problems due to software configuration. Covers all aspects of the operating system, configuration files, drivers, and resource allocation. Topics include computer architecture and the interaction of hardware and software, documentation, command line operations, use of utilities for diagnostics and for configuration, and editing the Registry.

Intro to Computers Using PCs

A computer literacy course using personal computers. Prepares students to use computer applications. Provides an overview of computer components including hardware, software, and data, as well as computer concepts related to networks and security. Includes fundamentals of Windows and other operating systems and applications such as word processing, spreadsheets, database, presentations and the internet. Students use computers to complete class assignments.

Internet of Things Security

Model and protect against threats to the Internet of Things (IoT) environment of an organization or workplace. Learn foundational knowledge in security analysis such as vulnerability and risk assessment of IoT systems. Perform threat modeling activities on physical devices, communication systems and applications found in the IoT.

Hacking and Securing Automotive Systems

Students will learn about cybersecurity threats to computer systems and embedded software in modern vehicles. Topics include vulnerabilities of communications over the vehicle CAN bus and between devices and systems. Students will learn to intercept data and perform specific hacks to track vehicles, unlock doors, glitch engines and flood communication. Part of a joint program offering between AUTO and CNIT.

Introduction to Cloud Computing

Technical Cloud infrastructure skills that can be applied to a variety of Cloud vendors and technologies. Configuration and deployment, security, maintenance, management and troubleshooting of Cloud systems. Follows the objectives of the CompTIA Cloud+ certification exam and is a required course for the Cloud Administration Certificate of Achievement.

JavaScript for IoT and XR

Using JavaScript as the framework to code Internet of Things (IoT) devices, eXtended Reality (XR), Augmented Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) projects in which people, processes, things, and data are connected via emerging Internet technologies. Students will integrate a variety of networking and computer hardware devices in end-to-end systems to solve practical problems. This course also includes an introduction to TypeScript, which can be used in different projects in this area.

Computer Technical Support

Hardware diagnosis and troubleshooting, software maintenance, upgrading, and problem-solving. Work with Help Desk software to log calls and real end-user problems in a simulated service center. Designed to provide hands-on practice with hardware and software, techniques and procedures, covered in CNlT 105. Teamwork will be emphasized.