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Are you ready for a career in IT System Administration?

Dive into the future of cyber security with our IT Systems Administrator program.

This program is designed to arm you with industry standard certifications from EC-Council and CompTIA, including Certified Network Defender and Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator.

Through expert-led courses and hands-on labs, you’ll master network security, threat analysis, and defense strategies, becoming ready to secure networks and systems against cyber threats. This program is your gateway to a career in cyber security, offering the skills to protect and manage digital environments like servers and cloud based solutions.

Enhance your employability with globally recognized skills. Join our IT Systems Administrator program to become a critical player in defending against cyber attacks and ensuring forensic readiness in an increasingly digital world.

Program Highlights

IT system administrator certifications such as CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA Network+ demonstrate that the candidate has the skills to be successful as a systems administrator. Systems Administrators can, additionally, advance their career by continuing their training with an Associate Degree in Information Technology through ICOHS College.

ICOHS College prepares each student to develop the technical and professional skills needed to install, manage, and troubleshoot software in today’s market.

 

Master Troubleshooting

Learn to identify and resolve technical issues with efficiency. Our course in troubleshooting prepares you to diagnose and solve both hardware and software problems, a crucial skill for maintaining operational continuity in any IT environment.

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Security Prowess

Delve into critical security measures, including antivirus deployment and network security. We prepare you to protect systems against evolving threats, making you a key player in maintaining data integrity and security in the workplace.

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Intranet Proficiency

Delve into critical security measures, including antivirus deployment and network security. We prepare you to protect systems against evolving threats, making you a key player in maintaining data integrity and security in the workplace.

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Software Installation

From installing operating systems to configuring software applications, our curriculum covers all aspects of software management. You’ll be prepared to keep systems updated, optimize performance, and ensure software compatibility across devices.

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Career Development

We offer comprehensive career support, from resume creation to interview preparation, ensuring you are job-ready upon graduation. Take the next step in your career with confidence, equipped with both technical skills and professional guidance.

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Master Troubleshooting

Learn to identify and resolve technical issues with efficiency. Our course in troubleshooting prepares you to diagnose and solve both hardware and software problems, a crucial skill for maintaining operational continuity in any IT environment.

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Security Prowess

Delve into critical security measures, including antivirus deployment and network security. We prepare you to protect systems against evolving threats, making you a key player in maintaining data integrity and security in the workplace.

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Intranet Proficiency

Understand the complexities of intranet systems, enabling seamless communication and collaboration within organizations. You’ll gain the skills to set up, monitor, and troubleshoot intranet networks, a vital component for internal business processes.

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Software Installation

From installing operating systems to configuring software applications, our curriculum covers all aspects of software management. You’ll be prepared to keep systems updated, optimize performance, and ensure software compatibility across devices.

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Career Development

We offer comprehensive career support, from resume creation to interview preparation, ensuring you are job-ready upon graduation. Take the next step in your career with confidence, equipped with both technical skills and professional guidance.

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Program Information

Who is this program for?

The Systems Administrator program at ICOHS College is designed for a diverse range of individuals who are looking to advance their careers in the field of IT and network administration. This program is suitable for a broad audience of individuals who want to gain the skills and knowledge necessary for a successful career in IT, with a specific focus on network security and Systems Administration. Potential beneficiaries include:

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Certifications

CompTIA Server+

CompTIA Server+ is a global certification that validates the hands-on skills of IT professionals who install, manage and troubleshoot servers in data centers as well as on-premise and hybrid environments. CompTIA Server+ is the only certification that can ensure that IT professionals at the administrator level are able to perform their tasks in any environment because it is the only certification not restricted to a single platform.

CompTIA A+

Passing the CompTIA A+ exam demonstrates a core set of skills pertaining to information technology. CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world.

CompTIA Network+

CompTIA Network+ tests your ability to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot essential networks security. Unlike other vendor-specific networking certifications, CompTIA Network+ prepares candidates to support networks on any platform. CompTIA Network+ is the only certification that covers the specific skills that network professionals need.

CompTIA Security+

CompTIA Security+ is the first security certification a candidate should earn. It establishes the core knowledge required of any cybersecurity role and provides a springboard to intermediate-level cybersecurity jobs. Security+ incorporates best practices in hands-on troubleshooting, ensuring candidates have practical security problem-solving skills.

Certified Network Defender (C|ND)

Certified Network Defender helps IT Professionals play an active role in protecting digital business assets and detecting and responding to cyber threats while leveraging Threat Intelligence to predict them before they happen.

Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI)

Certified Network Defender helps IT Professionals play an active role in protecting digital business assets and detecting and responding to cyber threats while leveraging Threat Intelligence to predict them before they happen.

Class Details

Prerequisites: None
This course provides students the IT Fundamentals. Students learn foundational concepts related to computer hardware and software, networking, databases, programming, information systems, and data security. The course includes a number of hands-on labs to reinforce the concepts students are learning.

Prerequisites: None
Students will learn computer components and specifications, how to troubleshoot PC Hardware problems and understand how to solve computer maintenance issues. This course is designed to prepare you to pass the CompTIA A+ Core 1 certification. The CompTIA A+ Certification is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles.

Prerequisites: PC 101 or equivalent
Students will learn to install various operating systems, understand software concepts, such as, creating, managing, and troubleshooting virtual machines, while implementing various operating systems parameters in Microsoft and Linux environments. Students will learn how to troubleshoot software issues, understand operating system security postures, and understand how to solve computer software issues. This course is designed to prepare you to pass the CompTIA A+ Core 2 certification. The CompTIA A+ Certification is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles

Prerequisites: PC 102 or equivalent
This course covers all the objectives of the CompTIA Network+ certification test. The topics of focus will include networking devices, media, media specifications, networking theory, troubleshooting, policies, basic security, network operations, TCP/IP protocols, and tools.

Prerequisites: NET 101 or equivalent
This course covers the second half of the objectives of the CompTIA Network + certification test. The topics of focus will include networking devices, media, media specifications, networking theory, troubleshooting, policies, basic security, network operations, TCP/IP protocols, and tools. This course will prepare students to take the CompTIA Network+ certification exam.

Prerequisites: None
Course objectives and coverage include introduction to career services, goal setting, advanced resume, and cover letter, understanding the hiring process, networking and social media, job searching and the market, interview prep and salary worth, understanding how to answer common questions, mock interview and the follow up process.

Prerequisites: NET 102 or equivalent
This course can benefit you in two ways. If you intend to pass the CompTIA Server+ certification examination, this course can be a significant part of your preparation. But certification is not the only key to professional success in the field of server management. Today’s job market demands individuals with demonstrable skills, and the information and activities in this course can help you build your sysadmin skill set so that you can confidently perform your duties in any entry-level server administration role.

The Certified Network Defender (CND) cyber security training program was developed as a result of extensive market research and surveys to give students a detailed understanding and the hands-on ability to act in real-life situations involving network defense.

This course instructs entry-level and junior-level network security administrators on Defense-in-Depth network security preparedness. It covers the protect, detect, and respond approach to network security. Hands-on labs, based on major network security tools and techniques, give network administrators real-world experience on current network security technologies and operations.

The study kit provides over 10 GB of network security best practices, assessments, and protection tools. The kit also contains templates for various network policies and several white papers for additional learning.

This class is designed to provide the participants with the necessary skills to perform an effective digital forensics investigation. The course presents a methodological approach to computer forensics, including searching and seizing, chain-of-custody, acquisition, preservation, analysis, and reporting of digital evidence. It is a comprehensive course covering major forensic investigation scenarios that enables students to acquire necessary hands-on experience on various forensic investigation techniques and standard forensic tools necessary to successfully carry out a computer forensic investigation leading to the prosecution of perpetrators.

Prerequisites: NET 102 or equivalent
This course teaches the skills required to be an entry-level computer and network security technician. Completion of this course identifies the student as a knowledgeable professional in the field of security, one of the fastest-growing fields in IT. Security threats are increasing in number and severity and the gap between the need for security professionals and qualified IT personnel is the largest of any IT specialty. Even in a troubled economy, most businesses plan to maintain or increase their investment in security.

Schedule & Materials Provided

Your schedule, your terms:

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Hybrid Options

1 day of online lecture
1 day of on campus lab work

Daytime Options:

Tuesday - Thursday

9:30am - 4:00pm

Evening Options:

Tuesday - Thursday

5:45pm - 10:15pm

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Online Only Options

1 day of online lecture