Preparation for Cisco and CompTIA Linux+ Certification
A.E.C. Program ELJ.2J
(450 hours) Full-time, three evenings and Saturdays – intensive
Program scheduled to start: November 30, 2020
Information Sessions:- Tuesday, August 18 at 6:00 pm online
- Thursday, September 3 at 6:00 pm online
- Monday, September 14 at 6:00 pm online
AEC PROGRAM INFORMATION SESSIONS AND COVID-19 CLOSURE
Please note that due to the COVID-19 pandemic, in-person information sessions have been moved online and will be offered through ZOOM.
The ZOOM INFO SESSIONS will be held on August 18 and September 3, 2020 at 6:00 pm.
WHAT TO EXPECT
The ZOOM INFO SESSION will consist of a 20-25 minute program presentation followed by a Q&A period with the Program Coordinator(s) and an AEC Office Representative.
SIGN UP FOR ZOOM INFO SESSIONS
Please sign up using our info session form (click the link). You will be contacted by an AEC Team member who will provide you with the information you need to join the ZOOM INFO SESSION.
QUESTIONS
Please send your requests to aec@dawsoncollege.qc.ca
Application deadline: TBD
Overview
The growth of both local and wide area networks (LAN and WAN) requires trained certified network personnel. The Preparation for Cisco and Comptia Linux Certification Program focuses on the key networking technologies needed to plan, design and implement local and wide area networks. Graduates of the program will be employed as PC support specialists, network administrators and network designers. Due to the shortage of trained personnel, employment opportunities are excellent. The goal of the program is to prepare students to enter the workforce as specialized network personnel.
Program Description
The Preparation for Cisco and Comptia Linux+ Certification Program is designed to allow students to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to prepare them to write:
- The industry exam for certification as a Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- The industry exam for certification in CompTIA Linux+ Certification
The program will enable students to:
- Analyze and plan local and wide area networks
- Install, configure and administer network systems
- Develop and implement troubleshooting strategies
- Provide network support to clients
Target Population
This program is designed for students with basic computer software and hardware knowledge who wish to enter or further their career in the information technology field. Based on the target market identification, it is recommended that students applying to the Preparation for Cisco and CompTIA Linux+ Certification Program possess most of the following characteristics:
- Good analytic and problem solving skills
- Ability to research technical solutions
- Ability to work independently and to assume responsibility
- Good interpersonal skills
- Ability to work under pressure
Exit Profile
As part of the information Technology team, graduates will apply the knowledge, skills and attitudes gained during the program to install, configure and administer business networks.Graduates of the program will be able to:
- Analyze business requirements and design a corresponding network solutions
- Implement network solutions
- Analyze and implement business security requirements
- Install and configure various network services and networking equipment
- Communicate with end users and clientsAdapt to technological change
- Respect the established ethical standards and values of the organization
- Respect health and safety standards
All dates are subject to change without notice.
For more information please contact the AEC Office in room 2H.1, (514) 933-3771.
Please consult the Continuing Education timetable for general rules concerning registration procedures and refund policies.
