Business Computer Fundamentals - Certificate

Certificate | mhcc.edu/cybersecurity

Faculty Adviser

Dr. Wayne Machuca: 503-491-7631 | Room AC2776 | Wayne.Machuca@mhcc.edu

The MHCC Cybersecurity Program is proposing adding three new Cybersecurity Certificate of Completion (this being the first). The purpose of this credential is to present fundamental business cyber security skills and structures common to most small and medium-sized businesses. This program is intended for individuals with basic computer awareness. In this program, students will be exposed to general cyber security topics in an up-to-date and investigatory environment, learn the language of computer hackers, learn general network design techniques, and create a business plan for the inevitable hack event.

Program Outcomes

• Identify the major components of a computer system
• Describe how different computer components work together to make a system 
• Describe the basic hardware and software (applications and operating systems) necessary to provide basic computer functionality 
• Demonstrate proficiency using a common word processing software 
• Demonstrate proficiency using a common spread sheets software 
• Design and create a simple web site

Course offered online

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