What's hot right now for training in IT? Below are some of the more popular classes out of schedule of more than 150 Continuing Education classes available to you at University of Arizona South Continuing Education. All classes are comprehensive with hands-on experience in the various technologies. Academic quality and superior student experience are the hallmarks of UASCE. Get trained in what's hot and get ahead at work!

Combining theory with practical hands-on exercises, this course will cover the five PMI process groups and nine PMI knowledge areas necessary for success on the exam. Master all the best practices in project management so you pass the exam and build a foundation for career success. To complete their studies students will receive BOTH a Project Management textbook and PMI PMBOK review book.

The next 40 hour PMP Review class is listed on our schedule.

Discounted tuition of $1895 includes textbooks and study materials. A CompTIA Project+ exam voucher is provided for those wishing optional certification testing after completion of the class. PMP testing is through PMI directly.

Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) can combine phone service with data and Internet access using a network infrastructure. It is very easy to make mistakes in this rapidly changing technology. Learn from an experts experience how to ensure voice quality and to optimize voice delivery over the IP. It is crucial to properly plan, design, implement, and manage the underlying network to provide the quality you need.

Join the University of Arizona South for a five-day hands-on class to gain a deeper understanding of how to plan and implement (first three days) and then to secure (last two days) a VoIP solution for your enterprise. You begin by dissecting the components of a VoIP network, the protocols, the standards and the hardware. You will then survey the issues surrounding the implementation of a VoIP solution and what constitutes a “good installation”. You will experience demonstrations of cutting-edge technology, along with configuring equipment as part of the VoIP network. With a quality hands-on experience and detailed lecture content, come learn the ins-and-outs of VoIP and how to setup a VoIP solution for your organization.

Class Outline

The next 40 hour VoIP class will be scheduled for a group of six or more students.

Discounted tuition of $2490 includes a custom textbook written by UASCE instructor Bud Bates. We are not training you for a single vendors solution, instead the focus of this class is on multiple vendors.

There are no class prerequisites, although networking knowledge is helpful. Experienced network administrators are encouraged to attend learn about integrating Voice and Data in a network infrastructure.  

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Programming Classes at the University of Arizona South - Whatever your programming training needs we can put together a great class for you. Build your skills by taking a training course that focuses on particular aspects or technologies in the product. Classes are offered during the day or evening and run from eight to 40 hours depending on the level of training needed. .NET programming is currently our most popular programming class. We also offer SQL training. For an overview of some of the many classes available have a look at this Class Outline.

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Computer Forensics Investigation - Investigating computers for malicious activities is a skill needed in most businesses today. You will cover the skills necessary to launch and complete a successful computer forensic investigation. Your class guides you through conducting a high-tech investigation, from acquiring digital evidence to reporting its findings. Updated coverage includes new software and technologies as well as up-to-date reference sections. Learn how to set up a forensics lab, how to acquire the proper and necessary tools, and how to conduct the investigation and perform the subsequent digital analysis. Class includes free downloads of the latest forensic software, so students can become familiar with the tools of the trade.

Class Outline

The next 40 hour Forensics class will be scheduled for a group of six or more.

Discounted tuition of $1895 includes textbook, a variety of forensic tools, and other study materials.

There is no certification exam associated with this class.

Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that students be familiar with PC components, principals of network security and Windows.

 

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Hands on Ethical Hacking - To beat a hacker or attacker, you need to be able to think like one! Your class will cover how to overcome network security and implement countermeasures. A Certified Ethical Hacker is a skilled professional who understands and knows how to look for the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in target systems and uses the same knowledge and tools as a malicious hacker. This class will immerse the students into a hands-on environment where they will be shown how to conduct ethical hacking. You will learn an entirely different way of achieving optimal information security posture in their organization; by hacking it! They will scan, test, hack and secure their own systems. The lab intensive environment gives each student in-depth knowledge and practical experience with the current essential security systems and gives insight into how to perform penetration (pen) testing of existing networks.This Continuing Education course will significantly benefit security officers, auditors, security professionals, site administrators, IA professionals and anyone who is concerned about the integrity of the network infrastructure.This training also helps to prepare you for EC-Council Ethical Hacking and Countermeasures (CEH 312-50) exam. The CEH Program certifies individuals in the specific network security discipline of Ethical Hacking from a vendor-neutral perspective.

Class Outline

 

The next 40 hour Ethical Hacker class will be scheduled for a group of six or more students. 

  

Discounted tuition of $2495 includes textbook, hacking tools, electronic practice exams, and other study materials. A Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) exam voucher is not included in tuition. Cost of testing is now included in tuition. Before testing approval is typically needed from the EC Council.

Security+ training and certification are recommended but not required. Work experience in IT networking is very desirable.

 

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Microsoft SQL Server 2008 Implementation and Maintenance - Learn how to setup and administer a MS SQL server - including tips and tricks for optimizing server performance. Your hands-on class ideal if you're a new DBA or looking to refine your skillset after years of experience. Class concepts include the install, setup, maintenance, administration, optimization,database management, troubleshooting, and security. This class is meant to help prepare you for Microsoft Certification 70-432

Microsoft Certification Candidates should have one to two years of experience using SQL Server 2008 or two to three years of experience using a previous version of SQL Server. Candidates for this exam are IT professionals who have jobs in which database administration is their main area of responsibility, or they work in environments in which databases are central to their job roles.

Class Outline

  

The next 40 hour Microsoft SQL class will be scheduled for a group of six or more students. 

Discounted tuition of $1895 includes textbook, electronic practice exams, and other study materials. .

CISM Exam Review - The Information Systems Audit and Control Association (ISACA) has developed the Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) certification for experienced information security managers. The CISM emphasizes risk and security management while covering technical and design security topics at a conceptual level. As stated by ISACA, the CISM “defines the core competencies and international standards of performance that information security managers are expected to master.”

Study for this advanced exam at the University of Arizona in Sierra Vista. Join instructor Bob O'Grady for an evening course designed to help you pass the exam on the first try. Your class combines coverage of the material on the exam, along with frequent practice tests and reviews of testing questions to help you understand what the question is asking and the proper way to answer. Discounted tuition of $1895 includes two textbooks and guides to help prepare you.

The next 40 hour CISM class will be scheduled for a group of six or more students. 

Custom classes on Security, Information Assurance, programming, networking, Windows, Office Applications and much more are available at the University of Arizona South in Sierra Vista.

We also offer 16 hour CompTIA Bridge courses to upgrade existing CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+ certified individuals to the latest CompTIA certification standards.