Scholarship Opportunity for Technology Systems Support Certificate
Scholarship Application
As part of the Engineering and IT Scholarships grant, funded by Florida’s Great Northwest, the Department of Engineering and Computer Technology is pleased to announce scholarships for Networking and Telecommunications: Technology Systems Support Certificate.
Individuals pursuing this certificate can pursue a variety of career opportunities in the area of computer specialist, including job titles such as Computer Systems Analyst, Network and Computer Systems Administrator, Network and Data Communications Analyst, and Computer Support Specialist.
Students can apply for scholarships that can be used for up to one-half of certificate tuition and fees.
Through the 18-hour TSS Certificate, participants develop skills that they need to support telecommunications and networking operations as related to
- Matching appropriate network and telecommunications systems to organization and application requirements
- Producing system designs that efficiently meet application specifications
- Developing Web sites that focus on production methods and management practices oriented toward large-scale systems and reusable resources
- Developing implementation plans for network and telecommunications systems and services using strategies and methods that are cost efficient and scalable
- Determining instructional or training activities that align to technological tools objectives
Throughout the certificate experience, participants develop project management and problem-solving skills that can be used in a wide variety of positions.
The Technology Systems Support Certificate is online experience and students must have access (at home, work, or on campus) to the Internet.
Begin the program now! The certificate can be completed in as little as three semesters. For scholarship and admissions information visit the Department of Engineering and Computer Technology’s website at http://uwf.edu/ect.
Certificate Courses
Course Number |
Title/Description |
SH |
EME-3402 |
Information Engineering Technology
Engineering Technologists are professionals who design, develop, and manage systems in the areas of computers, networking, and telecommunications. Topics related to information technology and instructional technology will be explored and case studies will be used to illustrate the complex nature of the profession. In this survey of the field, students build foundational knowledge and skills they need to become effective Information Engineering Technologists. |
3 |
EME-3406 |
Web Environments for Learning & Information
Information and Instructional Technology support personnel assist educators, trainers, and other individuals in creating network-based learning systems that integrate technology into a wide variety of education and training environments through use of the WWW and Internet. This integration requires students to operate, select, produce, and manage materials and systems in a variety of settings. Students will develop strategies to design, develop, and evaluate informational and instructional solutions for real-world problems that meet stakeholder needs. |
4 |
EME-4622 |
Technology Tools: Site-based Educational Networks
Students develop skills and abilities to effectively manage a networked system. Network-related fault management, configuration, security, performance, and utilization measurements will be addressed. Lessons will include in-depth examination and appropriate applications in each functional area. Hardware and software tools that are required to perform network management tasks will be examined. |
4 |
EME-4627 |
Educational & Training Technology Systems
Students learn advanced principles associated with designing and developing technology support systems for education and training organizations spanning one or more sites, engaged in the development of learning environments and communities. |
4 |
EME-4454 |
Distance Education Technologies
Examines the uses of distance learning in education and training environments as distance systems are increasingly used for teaching and learning. Distance education will be investigated as an instructional method in terms of delivery, development, and implementation. Students will design a distributed learning system that uses emerging technologies that support distance delivery. |
3 |
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Total |
18 |