Computer Science and Information Technology

Students learn Cisco routing protocols, troubleshooting the routing protocols, components, methods and technologies required for network and Internet communications, operation of IP addressing services, network security threats and functions of common security appliances and applications, wireless network standards and components, basic switching concepts, operation of Cisco switches, Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs) to create logically separate networks. Sinclair is a Regional Cisco Academy. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Students are prepared in problem solving, designing and documenting programs, system and network administration, and computer operating systems. Students learn to manage and configure computers, using various operating systems, to provide critical network services to diverse clients in a secure manner. Security concepts that are vendor neutral and applicable to all system types are discussed; those concepts are then applied to specific systems using various operating systems. The overall objective, to securely and efficiently administer networked systems of client and server machines, is emphasized throughout.This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Students learn software programming and system design for entry-level software development positions. Students are prepared in logical problem solving, designing and documenting programs, network administration, microcomputer and network operating systems and business applications using current computer languages. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Students learn hardware and software troubleshooting, personal computer and system maintenance, documentation and are prepared in logical problem solving, designing and documenting programs, computer and network operating systems and business applications using current computer languages. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Students design and develop websites and web applications and are prepared in logical problem solving, designing and documenting programs, microcomputer and network operating systems and business applications using current computer languages. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

The Cyber Investigation Technology degree will prepare students for careers in the areas of computer network protection, managing networks and operating systems, and IT criminal investigation, which includes evidence procedures and computer forensics. The degree incorporates preparation for industry-recognized certifications, articulated credit for Law Enforcement and Corrections entities, and transfer students for four-year degree transfer opportunities. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Students will be prepared for entry-level data analytics positions requiring knowledge, setup and usage of business intelligence and data analysis solutions. Students will have the ability to extract, curate, wrangle, and visualize data in a way that is meaningful to a variety of organizations. Course work will include database concepts, data modeling, Structured Query Language (SQL), data analysis and visualization, data mining tools, mathematical and statistical techniques, project management and systems analysis. Emphasis is placed on strong communication skills necessary to interact with key stakeholders to achieve their desired objectives. This degree program contains one or more embedded certificates which will be automatically awarded when the certificate requirements are completed. If you do not want to receive the embedded certificate(s), please notify Registration and Student Records at studentrecords@sinclair.edu. View Full Program Details

Course work will focus on giving students a foundational knowledge of computer science concepts such as mathematics and programming skills. Furthermore, this Associate of Science degree will provide students a much needed transfer pathway to Computer Science Bachelor Degrees at four-year universities. As part of this degree program, students must complete the requirements of the Ohio Transfer 36 in order to graduate. View Full Program Details

Students will learn computer network protection, maintenance and usage of computer hardware and software, management of networks and operating systems, and criminal and constitutional law and IT criminal investigation, which includes evidence procedures and computer forensics. View Full Program Details

This certificate prepares students for entry-level data analytics positions requiring knowledge, setup and usage of business intelligence and data analysis solutions. Data analytics is expanding in businesses, government agencies and not-for-profit organizations, enabling them to make better decisions utilizing appropriate data and information. Students will have the ability to structure data and prepare reports in a way that is meaningful to business, government agency and not-for-profit organization users. Course work will include database concepts, data modeling, SQL, data analysis, data mining tools, mathematical and statistical techniques, project management and systems analysis. Emphasis is placed on strong communication skills necessary to interact with key users and understand their requirements. View Full Program Details

This certificate will prepare students to work in a business setting and assist a data technician or data scientist with data management. Students will learn how to collect, interpret, analyze, and turn raw data into meaningful, actionable insights. Students will gain the programming, math, visualization, and technical skills needed to solve specific problems and challenges within an organization. A data literate person has the ability to read, work with, analyze, and argue with data. View Full Program Details

Students completing this certificate will have the written and oral communication skills, as well as the computer skills, needed to effectively support computer operations for small, medium or large companies. These skills apply equally well to an entry-level help desk support position. Technical course work emphasizes operating systems and troubleshooting skills. View Full Program Details

This short term certificate provides the fundamental skills needed to prepare the IT professional for careers in data analytics. Students will have the ability to mine, organize, analyze, and visualize data in a way that is meaningful to organizations. All courses in this short-term certificate apply to the Data Analytics degree. View Full Program Details

This certificate assures that individuals are equipped with current software development skills. It is intended either for experienced programmers looking to update their skill set or for people wishing to make a career change into the Information Technology field. The certificate focuses on the latest software development languages and approaches, object-oriented concepts and database theory. View Full Program Details

This certificate will help prepare students and working professionals to perform effectively in the Information Assurance area of Information Technology. The courses required for this certificate have been reviewed and validated by the NSA. Students completing the courses outlined here will receive the ISSC Certificate jointly issued by Sinclair Community College and the NSA.. Because the specified content in these six courses has been approved, course credit earned by articulated or proficiency cannot be accepted. View Full Program Details

This certificate provides the fundamental courses needed to prepare for any of the multiple Computer Information Systems (CIS) programs or areas of specialization. It allows students to experience introductory courses in various disciplines as preparation for their chosen degree objective. All courses in this certificate apply to the various degree programs in the Computer Science and Information Technology Department. View Full Program Details

The Linux Security and Network Essentials Short-Term Certificate is an information technology certificate concentrating on teaching specific skills pertaining to the fundamentals of the Linux operating system, Linux security and network and data communications.

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This certificate and the associated courses will help students prepare for the certification exams needed to earn the designation of Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA). This credential and the technical competence, as demonstrated by the certification exams, will help students earn employment in the areas of Network Management, Network Administration and System Administration.

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This certificate program will provide the student with state-of-the-art networking skills taught via the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum. The curriculum includes all aspects for an introductory network engineering position. This program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to understand and participate in basic networking design, installation, configuration and troubleshooting corporate network infrastructure. Included in this program are networking theory, Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) model, networking media, physical and logical design, maintaining networking equipment, designing and implementing internet protocol schemas, the basics of all current internal routing protocols, beginning security information and safety. View Full Program Details

This certificate program will provide the student with networking skills taught via the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum. The Cisco Certified Entry Level Networking Technician (CCENT) designation validates the ability to install, operate and troubleshoot a small enterprise branch network including basic network security. With the CCENT, a networking professional demonstrates the skills required for entry level network support positions. The curriculum covers networking fundamentals, wide area network (WAN) technologies, basic security and wireless concepts, routing and switching fundamentals and configuring simple networks. The CCENT is the first step towards achieving the CCNA designation.

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This certificate will provide the student with state of the art network security skills taught using the Cisco Networking Academy curriculum. This program is designed to provide the knowledge and skills required to understand basic security threats and to configure and manage Cisco devices to provide appropriate network security. Cisco switches, routers, firewalls and Intrusion Prevention Systems (IPS) methods will be used.

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The Web Programming certificate is designed to provide an individual with current web development skills. It focuses on techniques for developing web-based distributed applications using standard languages and protocols such as HTML, JavaScript, CSS, XML, PHP and ASP.NET. It is designed for experienced software developers to update their skills and for individuals wishing to make a career change into the Information Technology field. The certificate focuses on web application development in a client/server networked environment. View Full Program Details