Technology Programs at Westwood - Virginia Annandale (Annandale, VA)
-
Information and Network Technologies (A)
In this associate degree program Westwood's faculty of professionals will provide students with knowledge, training and insights, including:
•how to install industry-standard operating systems
•guidance in designing and troubleshooting computer network and peripheral problems
•skills and concepts needed to prepare for the Cisco Certified network Associate® (CCNA) exam and additional certifications from Microsoft® and CompTIA®*
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.
*Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
-
Information and Networking Technologies: Major in Cisco® Network Systems (B)
Westwood College is a Cisco Networking Academy®*, so as part of this bachelor's degree program your faculty of working professionals can:
•prepare to take the highly-prized Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) and Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) qualifying exams**
•prepare to take other industry-standard certification** exams, such as Microsoft® (workstation, server, active directory and infrastructure), CompTIA A+®, CompTIA Security® and CompTIA Network+®
•learn advanced networking techniques and security skills
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.
*Our online campus is not part of this academy
**Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
-
Information and Networking Technologies: Major in Computer Forensics (B)
Taught by professionals in the field, students earning a bachelor's degree in computer forensics will:
•cover topics in advanced networking, security and forensics similar to training provided to industry forensics professionals
•prepare for industry-standard certifications* such as Microsoft® (server, active directory), CompTIA A+® and CompTIA Linux+®, and Certified Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI)
•learn techniques for managing computer crime, handling and recovering evidence, digitial forensics and managing malicious software
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.
*Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
-
Information and Networking Technologies: Major in Network Management (B)
In this bachelor's degree program at Westwood College, our faculty who are working professionals can offer you:
•Cisco Networking Academy®* courses that prepare you for the Cisco Certified Network Association (CCNA) exam**
•classes that prepare you for other industry-standard certificates available from Microsoft® and CompTIA®**
•training in network essentials and wireless technologies
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.
*Our online campus is not part of the Cisco Networking Academy
**Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.
-
Information and Networking Technologies: Major in Systems Security (B)
Taught by industry professionals, students earning a bachelor's degree in systems security in a Cisco Networking Academy®* environment have the opportunity to:
•learn to protect important infrastructure, operating systems and networks
•develop skills in designing and evaluating secure computer networks and security strategies
•prepare to take the qualifying exam for the coveted Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)**
•prepare for other industry certifications, such as Microsoft® (workstation, server, active directory, infrastructure) and CompTIA A+®**
Program names, course topics and outcomes may vary by location. Please speak with a Westwood College admissions representative for full program details.
*Our online campus is not part of the Cisco Networking Academy
**Westwood prepares graduates for certification. Graduates wishing to attain certification must take and pass any applicable tests/exams.