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Career Path Program in Operating Systems
 
   
 

 
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  • Operating Systems
    Career
    Path Program:


  • Certificate:  CIS Professional Certificate in Linux                                                                         (E0796)
  • Certificate:  CIS Professional Certificate in Windows Operating System Administration    (E0720)
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The CIS department offers two general certificates in the Operating Systems area giving the student exposure and experience working with both the Windows Operating System and the
Open-Source Linux Operating System.

The Operating Systems Program at Mt. SAC offers two (2) Certificates:
  • CIS Professional Certificate in Linux (E0796)
  • CIS Professional Certificate in Windows Operating System Administration (E0720)
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CIS Professional Certificate in Linux (E0796)

The CIS Certificate in Linux prepares students to install, manage, program, and troubleshoot the Linux operating system.  The certificate offers a balances set of classes that prepare students to create and operate Linux workstations, servers and networks used by industry.

Emphasis is placed on configuring a Linux distribution to create workstations with client applications; email, file, FTP, DNS, and other servers; and routers, firewalls, and other network services.  Special attention is given to security consepts and tools and their implementation in a Linux system.  Students will also learn how to configure and install an Apache web werver in a Linux system to access a MySQL database using PHP programs.

Opportunities available after the successul completion of this certificate include system or network administration, web servers, and databse programmers.  The certificate covers the major topics of an industry standard certification exam for Linux.

To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate: Total units = 10.5

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the CIS Professional Certificate in Linux (E0796) will know how to :
  1. install a SAMBA server in a Linux computer.
  2. install an Apache web server in a Linux computer and access its web pages from another computer.
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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CIS Professional Certificate in Windows Operating System Administration (E0720)

The CIS Professional Certificate in Windows Operating System Administration is designed for returning CIS professionals with several years of experience or current students who have completed several CIS courses.

This certificate will prepare students for technical support jobs for companies musing Windows operating systems.  The certificate will provide students with the skills to install, manage/administer, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows workstations and Microsoft server operating systems.

The courses in this certificate cover the major topics of industry standard certification exams.

Opportunities available upon successful completion of the certificate program include entry-level and mid-level help desk and Windoes Administration positions. To find out more about any of the courses, click on the course number below.

Requirements for the Certificate:
  • CISN 21 -- Windows Operating System (3 units) CSU
  • CISN 24 & CISN 24L -- Windows Server Network & Security Administration (3 units)
                               & Lab (.5 units)
Total units = 6.5

Certificate Level Student Learning Outcomes:


Students completing the CIS Professional Certificate in Windows Operating System Administration (E0720) will be able to :
  1. configure and install Windows Active Directory.
  2. implement Windows file system security.
NOTE:  Every effort is made to ensure the accuracy and timeliness of this information; however, students should consult the college catalog for the most current and accurate information regarding degrees, certificates, or courses.
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Mt. SAC Certificate Application Form

Image of a Certificate. Below you will find a link that will provide you with a pdf copy of the official Mt. SAC Certificate Application Form.    It contains instructions for you to follow to apply for and receive your certificate.

Download a Certificate Application - pdf
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