Business Computer Fundamentals - Certificate

Certificate | mhcc.edu/cybersecurity

Faculty Adviser

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

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

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