College of Information Systems and Technology


CTU Academic Certificates included in the Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Concentration in Security

You can earn CTU Academic Certificates as you work toward the completion of your Bachelor of Science in Information Technology with a Concentration in Security. Attaining these résumé-building certificates can help you advance in your career even before you graduate.

Client Java Programming
Java is emerging as one of the principle languages for building sophisticated Web applications. Java provides a platform-independent, highly interactive approach to the creation of graphical user interfaces. Large database vendors are adopting Java as the language for access to large data stores.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Client Java Programming certificate.

CompTIA Network+™ Fundamentals
This certificate program will help you prepare to test for the CompTIA Network+™ certification. With a Network+™ certification, a prospective employer knows that you have the knowledge to configure and operate a variety of networking products. The certificate also may serve as a prerequisite for other vendor-specific certifications in the IT world.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the CompTIA Network+™ Fundamentals certificate.

UNIX Network Administration
UNIX is one of the most widely used operating systems, supporting a variety of servers in many industries including telecommunications, software development, engineering and the military. This certificate provides a broad background in the administration of UNIX and networking with UNIX. The knowledge you gain in the installation, configuration and administration of UNIX systems, coupled with the knowledge in the area of networking with TCP/IP can be applied to a variety of technical solutions in many organizations.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the UNIX Network Administration certificate.

Computer Network Telecommunications
For businesses to survive today, they must meet the rising expectation for greater convenience and improved access to information and assistance. This increased connectivity requires a support structure of hardware and related software systems. There is an increasing demand for qualified individuals to configure, maintain, repair and upgrade systems that enable people and systems to communicate at greater distances and in more diverse environments.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Computer Network Telecommunications certificate.

Object-Oriented Methods
This certificate program provides an introduction to, and experience in, the use of object-oriented paradigms. Object oriented techniques for analysis, design and implementation are key to the development of reusable software. In this certificate program you will learn the fundamentals of programming in an object-oriented language, the principles underlying the use of object-oriented languages, and the techniques and methods for object-oriented analysis and design.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Object-Oriented Methods certificate.

Professional Communication
The professional communication series is an invaluable asset for professionals in technical and management careers. Knowledge in professional communication gives you the tools and ability to plan, write and present all types of business and technical reports. This program offers proven techniques and emphasizes experience through lectures, discussions, exercises and projects.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Professional Communication certificate.

Software Engineering Application
This certificate provides knowledge of software engineering principles through practical experience in the development of large software systems. The courses provide a hands-on base for structured systems analysis and design, object-oriented methodologies, and state-of-the-practice tools and techniques. You will work as part of a team to define, develop and implement an actual software system.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Software Engineering Application certificate.

  • IT Capstone I
    Program Course - Software Engineering Application certificate
  • IT Capstone II
    Program Course - Software Engineering Application certificate
  • IT Capstone III
    Program Course - Software Engineering Application certificate
  • Capstone IV
    Program Course - Software Engineering Application certificate

Web Page Development
This certificate provides the fundamental skills and knowledge needed to combine text, graphics and other media to create Web pages that communicate effectively.

In addition to earning credit toward your degree, completion of the following courses will earn the Web Page Development certificate.



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