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Digital credentials provide the proof you need to build a professional profile. Leverage micro-credentials and digital badges to find part-time employment, internships and work-study programs to drive your education and career pathway as you pursue a degree or certificate.

Computer Science Principles BadgeApply knowledge of computer networking and programming concepts to succeed in upper-level programming coursework while developing software programs.

Skills

  • Computer programming 
  • Computer networking 

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in IT-1025

Database Fundamentals BadgeRetrieve, insert, update, delete, troubleshoot and report data from complex SQL databases. Produce, test and maintain systems specifications to meet end-user requirements. Use a current web programming framework to design and create a dynamic server-side website. Design and write programs applying critical thinking and appropriate programming techniques as they apply to a web programming framework.

Skills

  • ASP, NET
  • SQL

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2351
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2700
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2030

Web Development BadgeUse a current web programming framework to design, create, publish and maintain a dynamic server-side website on a live web server. Use client-side programming techniques in combination with server-side programming. Implement page layout techniques supporting responsive design. Create web pages supporting accessibility guidelines. Design and write programs applying critical thinking and appropriate programming techniques as they apply to a web programming framework.

Skills

  • NET
  • Building webpages
  • HTML editor
  • Object-oriented programming

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in IT-1150
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2030
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2320

Programming Fundamentals BadgeAnalyze, design and test programs to address specific business problems utilizing programming logic, including object-oriented and structured concepts. Design, write and test applications using the latest Java Syntax and object-oriented programming methodologies. Analyze issues and design and implement programming solutions using data structures and complex algorithms.

Skills

  • Programming logic
  • Java programming
  • Data structures and algorithms

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in IT-1050
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2650
  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2660

Intermediate Cybersecurity Principles badgePractice proactive threat intelligence to support organizational security and perform vulnerability management techniques. Apply security solutions for infrastructure management and security concepts in support of risk mitigation by understanding frameworks, policies, procedures, and controls. Implement configuration changes to existing controls to improve security. Apply appropriate incident response procedures, analyze indicators of compromise, and utilize basic digital forensic techniques.

Skills

  • Cyber threat intelligence
  • Incident response
  • Network security
  • Risk mitigation
  • Vulnerability management

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in IT-2710

Linux Fundamentals badgeConfigure and manage software, storage, process, and services. Understand best practices for permissions and authentication, firewalls, and file management. Create simple shell scripts and execute basic BASH scripts. Analyze system properties and processes and troubleshoot user, application, and hardware issues.

Skills

  • Linux programs
  • Linux scripting
  • Linux security modules

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in ITNT-2380

IT Support Fundamentals badgeIdentify, use, and connect hardware components and devices. Install and support Windows Operating Systems. System configuration and troubleshooting for Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux OS. Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues and network issues quickly and efficiently. Identify and protect against device and security vulnerabilities. Install and configure laptops, other mobile devices, and support apps. Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization.

Skills

  • Device security
  • Hardware troubleshooting
  • Software installation
  • Software troubleshooting

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in EET-1035
  • Grade of B or higher in EET-1055 or IT-2740

Network Routing and Switching Principles badgeNetwork fundamentals, network access, IP connectivity, IP services, security fundamentals, and automation and programmability in relation to Cisco routing and switching.

Skills

  • Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Routing and Switching
  • Network routing
  • Security fundamentals

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in EET-1303
  • Grade of B or higher in EET-2303
  • Grade of B or higher in EET-2313

Network Security Fundamentals badgeFundamental security skills necessary to perform core security functions and troubleshooting related to hardware, software, and networks.

Skills

  • Network security
  • Security skills
  • Troubleshooting (problem solving)

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in ITNT-2370

Networking Fundamentals badgeExplain basic networking concepts including network services, physical connections, topologies, architecture, and cloud connectivity. Explain routing technologies and networking devices; deploy Ethernet solutions and configure wireless technologies. Monitor and optimize networks to ensure business continuity. Explain security concepts and network attacks in order to harden networks against threats. Troubleshoot common cable, connectivity, and software issues related to networking.

Skills

  • Networking basics
  • Network security
  • Troubleshooting (problem solving)

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in ITNT-2300

Server Fundamentals badgeManage and maintain servers through understanding of installation, management, and troubleshooting techniques. Apply physical and network data security techniques. Understand disaster recovery and implement backup procedures. Diagnose and resolve system hardware, software, connectivity, storage, and security issues.

Skills

  • Data security
  • Server configuration
  • Troubleshooting (problem solving)

Criteria

  • Grade of B or higher in ITNT-2320

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