Computer Technology/Online LearningCompTIA Security+ Certification Prep. The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts that information security analysts will be among the fastest-growing

Computer Technology / Online Learning CERTIFICATION PREP COURSES Computer Technician Program CompTIA Network+ Certification Prep

(CompTIA A+ Certification Prep)As computers play a larger rolein every aspect of society,technology is becoming more important in our daily lives and is drivingthe increasing demand for skilled computer technicians.Computer Technicians can be found working ina variety of industries and the US Department ofLabor expects this career field to grow by 18%by 2020. Train affordably online at your own pacein this in-demand field without sacrificing quality!Developed by industry experts, this programincludes training on everything you’ll need toearn your A+ Certification through the ComputerTechnology Industry Association (CompTIA).The online training format allows you to start atany time, train on your own schedule, and move through the training as quickly as you wish - butyou’re never alone. Our Student and GraduateSupport Advisors are available by phone, email,and online chat every step of the way. Thecourse cost includes six-month access to the training portal and electronic textbooks. Studentsadditionally will receive the two certificationexam vouchers needed to sit for CompTIA’s A+Certification exam if they complete the course andpass the program’s final exam (a $438 value).

Online Course Start date: Anytime with 6 months’ access!182 hours Course Cost: $1,999.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,899.00Call (301)784-5281 orwww.careerstep.com/alleganycollegeLimited $750 scholarships available to Alleganyresidents! (3 or more years residency)

Gain skills and confidence in your ability to build andservice networks as you prepare for CompTIANetwork+ Certification. You will learn about the OSI seven-layer model, protocol suites,modern network operating systems, network hardware, cabling standards, remote connectivity,Internet connections, cloud computing, networksecurity, network troubleshooting, and more. This course covers the key terminology andconcepts you need to know for the exam. This course will teach you everything you need to takeand successfully pass the CompTIA Network+certification exam (N10-007).

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Scott JerniganCourse Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

CompTIA Security+ Certification PrepThe U.S. Department of Labor forecasts that information security analysts will be among the fastest-growing occupations through 2022. CompTIA’s Security+certificate is widely regarded asthe entry-level certificate for this fast-growing field.Getting that certificate requires passing CompTIA’schallenging SY0-501 exam. This course covers thekey terminology and concepts you need to knowfor the exam, all in a condensed format for rapidreading. The course provides helpful study toolsincluding games and practice questions to aid withlearning. All of the content is geared toward helpingyou pass the CompTIA Security+ certification examSY0-501 exam, so you can leave the test center with your Security+ certificate in hand, whether youare taking the exam for the first time, or using it as arefresher to renew your certification.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Ron Gilster Course Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 or visit www.ed2go.com/allegany

18 www.allegany.edu FALL 2020 SCHEDULE

ALLEGANY COLLEGE of MARYLAND | CENTER FOR CONTINUING EDUCATION & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

www.ed2go.com/allegany


www.careerstep.com/alleganycollege

https://1,899.00

https://1,999.00

-c1 HFI -Compuler I !licking I'orcn~ic

INVESTIGATOR

mm /• Microsoft ~ Azure

FALL 2020

Computer Technology / Online Learning

Computer Hacking Forensics Investigator Training (ITC406)Computer hacking forensic investigation is the process of detecting hacking attacks and properly extracting evidence to report the crime and conductaudits to prevent future attacks. Computer crime intoday’s cyber world is on therise. Computer Investigationtechniques are being used bypolice, government, and corporate entities globallyand many of them turn to EC-Council for theirDigital Forensic Investigator (CHFI) CertificationProgram. Computer forensics is simply the application of computer investigation and analysistechniques in the interests of determining potentiallegal evidence. Evidence might be sought in awide range of computer crime or misuse, includingbut not limited to theft of trade secrets, theft of ordestruction of intellectual property, and fraud. CHFIinvestigators can draw on an array of methodsfor discovering data that resides in a computersystem, or recovering deleted, encrypted, or damaged file information known as computer datarecovery. EC-Council’s CHFI certifies individualsin the specific security discipline of computerforensics from a vendor-neutral perspective.This digital forensics certification will fortifythe application knowledge of law enforcementpersonnel, system administrators, securityofficers, defense and military personnel, legalprofessionals, bankers, security professionals, andanyone who is concerned about the integrity of thenetwork infrastructure. This course will be delivered in a “flex” environment, with the opportunity to attend in aface-to-face format, or the ability to live streamthe training if you prefer virtual delivery. Course cost includes course materials, exam voucher,and lunch each day of training (if attending face-to-face).

10/5-10/9, Monday-Friday (5 sessions)8:30 AM- 4:30 PM ACM: CE Building, or attend virtually!Instructor: Randy MullerCourse Cost: $1,600.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,550.00Limited $600 scholarships available to AlleganyCounty residents! (3 or more years residency)

Microsoft Azure Administrator Training(ITC409)This course teaches IT Professionals how to managetheir Azure subscriptions, secure identities, administer the infrastructure, configure virtual networking, connect Azure and on-premisessites, manage networktraffic, implement storage solutions, create and scale virtual machines, implement web apps and containers, back up and share data,and monitor your solution. This course is forAzure Administrators. The Azure Administrator implements, manages, and monitors identity, governance, storage, compute, and virtual networks in a cloud environment. The Azure Administrator will provision, size, monitor, andadjust resources as appropriate. Develop theskills to flourish in the critical areas of Microsoft Azure and prepare for exam AZ-104, MicrosoftAzure Administrator. Course cost includes course materials and lunch each day of training.

11/9-11/12, Monday-Thursday (4 sessions)8:30 AM- 4:30 PM ACM: CE BuildingInstructor: Staff Course Cost: $1,500.00Maryland Senior Course Cost: $1,450.00Limited $500 scholarships available to AlleganyCounty residents! (3 or more years residency)

FALL 2020 SCHEDULE www.allegany.edu 19


https://1,450.00

https://1,500.00

https://1,550.00

https://1,600.00

FALL 2020


COMPUTER APPLICATIONS Computer Skills for the WorkplaceMost jobs today require a working knowledge of certaincomputer skills. Employersseek and reward employeeswith the skills and knowledgeto send messages across the country via e-mail;use a spreadsheet to create a graph and pasteit into a report; add and edit data in a database;understand the implications of file sizes, memorylimitations, and network arrangements; and recognize the function and features of moderncomputer components. This course is a greatintroduction to Windows 10 and Office 2016 and is designed to provide the fundamental computercompetencies you need to survive and prosperin today’s fast-changing workplace. Focus onpractical applications for software most commonto the workplace to work faster and more efficiently.When you finish this course, you will have learnedwhy employers consider technological literacy socritical to the success of any organization.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Dave PaquinCourse Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany

Microsoft Excel 2019/Office 365 SeriesThis course bundle will introduce you to Microsoft Office Excel 2019and teach you its intermediate andadvanced features. Whether you’renew to Excel or need a refresher,the Microsoft Excel 2019 Series (bundle of 3 courses) will help you master this longstandingspreadsheet software. The introductory course focuses on the fundamentals as youlearn how to quickly and efficiently create fullyformatted worksheets as well as common formulas and functions, sorting and analyzing data, customcharts and graphs, and creating three-dimensionalworkbooks. The intermediate course builds on the fundamental techniques you learned in theintroductory Excel 2019 course. Use Excel’s dataanalysis tools and AutoFilter commands to createmacros that eliminate repetitive tasks and featuresof VLOOKUP, INDEX & the MATCH tools. In theadvanced Excel course, you will master advancedtechniques for PivotTables, conditional formattingto highlight duplicate entries, and importing externaldata using Excel’s built-in Power Query tool. By thetime you finish this course series, you will know allthe possible features and function of Microsoft’spowerful spreadsheet software.

Online Course Three classes, each 6 weeks in lengthStart dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10Instructor: Chad Wambolt Course Cost: $299.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $299.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany





FALL 2020


Introduction to Microsoft Word 2019/Office 365 Across all industries, the abilityto create documents in a word processor is essential in day-to-dayfunctions. From writing reports toknowing how to use MicrosoftWord, the most widely-usedword processing program,adds an important skill set toyour professional profile. Thiscourse will introduce you to the 2019 version ofMicrosoft Word, available through the Office 365online platform. You will learn the basics of Word 2019 needed to write and edit text and to create,format, and organize documents. By the timeyou’re done with these hands-on activities, you willbe able to use Word confidently at home or on thejob.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Wallace WangCourse Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany

SPECIAL INTEREST COURSES Accounting FundamentalsIn this comprehensive course,you will learn the basics ofdouble-entry bookkeeping,as well as how to analyze andrecord financial transactions. You will get hands-on experience with handlingaccounts receivable, accounts payable, payrollprocedures, sales taxes, and various commonbanking activities. Accounting Fundamentals covers all the bases, from writing checks topreparing an income statement and closing outaccounts at the end of each fiscal period. Whetheryou’re a sole proprietor looking to manage yourbusiness finances, or you simply want to gain an understanding of accounting basics for careeradvancement or for personal use, this course willgive you a solid foundation in financial matters.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Charlene Messier Course Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany





FALL 2020


QuickBooks 2019 Series (EDP978)QuickBooks is a powerful tooldesigned to help small and medium-sized business owners quickly and effectively managetheir financials. This course series includes Introduction to QuickBooks 2019 andIntermediate QuickBooks2019 which is intended to teach you the ins andouts of this programand gain the knowledge necessary to use this well-designed programto its fullest potential –ultimately streamlining youroperations and managingall financial aspects of yourbusiness on a single platform. As you explore thefundamentals of QuickBooks and features uniqueto the 2019 Premier Edition, you will gain hands-on experience using the program to simplify yourbusiness’ finances—from managing common accounting tasks to creating customized invoicesto tracking discounts, credits, and complextransactions. Whether you’re completely new toQuickBooks or merely need a refresher, thesecourses will empower you to take control of yourbusiness finances with a convenient, user-friendlyaccounting solution. Please Note: QuickBookssoftware not included in enrollment.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/10Two classes, each 6 weeks in lengthInstructor: Scott Paxton Course Cost: $199.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $199.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany

Introduction to Photoshop CCPhotoshop is the world’smost popular photo-editing program. Artists,photographers, designers,and hobbyists all rely onAdobe Photoshop for image creation and editing.Discover the fastest and most effective ways to use Photoshop froman expert and former columnist for PhotoshopUser magazine. You’ll learn how to use Photoshop while accessing it from the CreativeCloud (CC). The course provides detailed,step-by-step instructions that you’ll have notrouble following—even if you’ve never useda computer graphics program before! Edityour own photographs to get rid of dust andscratches, fix the color, and correct imageexposure, then master techniques for switchingthe backgrounds on images and removingwrinkles and blemishes from photos, just likethey do in magazines. By the time you finishthis hands-on, project-oriented course, you’llbe well on your way to expressing yourselfwith the most exciting graphics program ever developed.

Online Course Start dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11, 12/9, 1/13, 2/106 weeks in lengthInstructor: Sherry LondonCourse Cost: $110.00 Maryland Senior Course Cost: $110.00Call (301)784-5281 orvisit www.ed2go.com/allegany





@ed2go Career Training Programs AutoCAD 2018 Certified User (Voucher Included) AutoCAD courses will provide you with a working knowledge of computer-aided drafting software. This course teaches you the basic and advanced 2D functionality for AutoCAD 2018. Learn the necessary tools to prepare for the Autodesk AutoCAD 2018 Certified User Exam.

Start date: anytime! 155 hours/6 months access Instructors: Jennifer MacMillan, Michelle Rasmussen, & Renu Muthoo Course Cost: $2,595

Optician Certification Training Gain the skills and knowledge you need to obtain an entry-level job as an optician. You'll master the mathematical formulas opticians need to know & discover how to read prescriptions for glasses and contact lenses, explore the basics of eyewear styles and materials, become familiar with the equipment opticians use, learn about prisms & lens types, and learn about eye anatomy and eye diseases while preparing for the American Board of Opticianry (ABO) certification.

Start date: anytime! 150 hours/6months access Instructor: Dr. Beverly Smith Course Cost: $1,895

Technical Writing This program is designed for anyone who wishes to develop their technical writing abilities to a professional level and improve your understanding and use of written communications. Technical writers advance and improve communications by writing for websites, emails, proposals, technical instructions, and more. You'll learn research methods, audience considerations, style, drafting and revision techniques, and how to work in a collaborative environment.

Start date: anytime! 80 hours/6 months access Instructor: Lynn Atkinson Course Cost: $1,795

Grant Writing Learn the essentials of writing or acquiring grants for private, public, or government use and discover how to develop successful grants by focusing on the skills needed to prepare professional and competitive grant proposals. An experienced grant writer will show you how to create proposals that get funded.

Start date: anytime! 300 hours/6 months access Instructor: Katherine Squires Pang, J.D, M.Ed Course Cost: $2,295

Graphic Design with Photoshop Students will develop graphic design skills while learning the gold standard in photo editing and design software. Photoshop software is included with this course.

Start date: anytime! 200 hours/9 months access Instructors: Laurie Fuller & Randy Rolen Course Cost: $2,295

Learn in-demand skills around your schedule. This online, self-paced training is designed to prepare you for entry or advancement in career opportunities.

24/7 Access • Books and materials included Self-paced. Start anytime • Certificate of completion

~ d2 I Enroll or view all our on line courses at: ~e go careertraining.ed2go.com/allegany

FALL 2020




@ed2go Instructor-Led Online Courses Creating a Successful Business Plan Turn your business ideas into a solid plan for financing and long-term success. Committing your idea to paper in the form of a business plan not only increases your chances of obtaining financing , but keeps your business strategically focused . You will work through all the major components of writing a business plan and emerge with your first draft in hand.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11 , 12/9, 1/13, 2/10 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Kris Solie-Johnson Course Cost: $110

SAT/ACT Prep Series This series will prepare you to excel in all sections of the undergraduate college entrance exams and provide you with the means to achieve your best potential score!

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11 , 12/9, 1 /13, 2/1 0 2 courses, each 6 weeks in length 48 hours total Instructor: Benjamin Gialloreto Course Cost: $199

Introduction to QuickBooks 2019 Learn to manage the financial aspects of your small business quickly and efficiently with this powerful accounting software program.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11 , 12/9, 1 /13, 2/1 0 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Scott Paxton Course Cost: $110

Introduction to Interior Design This course will show you how to transform plain living spaces into beautiful and functional rooms. Learn how to transform any room into a beautiful & functional space.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11/11 , 12/9, 1/13, 2/10 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Sarah Smallwood Course Cost: $110

Basic CompTIAA+ Certification Prep This course teaches you about the hardware common to virtually every personal computer. Gain the knowledge you need to base the rest of your Comp TIA A+ certification studies for the 220-1001 and 220-1002 exams. You'll learn how computers work and how to troubleshoot in real-world environments.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11, 12/9, 1 /13, 2/1 0 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Scott Jernigan Course Cost: $110

Introduction to Microsoft Access 2016 In this course, you'll learn how to harness the power of Microsoft Access 2016 to organize, store, edit, manage, and report on hundreds of thousands of records.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11, 12/9, 1 /13, 2/1 0 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Laurie Fuller Course Cost: $110

A to Z Grantwriting Learn how to research and develop relationships with potential funding sources, organize grant writing campaigns, and prepare proposals.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11, 12/9, 1 /13, 2/10 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Linda Vallejo Course Cost: $110

Creating WordPress Websites Gain valuable hands-on experience building a WordPress website while learning how to design pages, add engaging content, & customize your site's look & feel.

Start Dates: 9/16, 10/14, 11 /11, 12/9, 1 /13, 2/1 0 6 weeks in length; 24 hours Instructor: Richard Mansfield Course Cost: $110

24fl Access • New start dates every month • 6-week format Certificate of Completion • Discussion boards • 24 work hours

&;:,.. d2 I Enroll or view all our on line courses at: ~e go www.ed2go.com/a1legany

FALL 2020




Documents

Computer Technology/Online LearningCompTIA Security+ Certification Prep. The U.S. Department of Labor forecasts that information security analysts will be among the fastest-growing