Continuing education in technology makes for a value-added resume
Recession survivors in all professions have learned: To remain competitive in today's job market it's essential to build new skills, particularly in cutting-edge technologies in your field.
The University of Washington Tacoma KeyBank Professional Development Center offers four technology programs beginning in January 2010, all designed to meet the needs of a broad range of professionals in many fields.
Those who work in urban planning, public works and environmental consulting, and others who need to create maps or map statistical data, will benefit from the Geographic Information Systems Credential program beginning Jan. 7, 2010. The capabilities of GIS technology are far broader and deeper than simple map-making — GIS users not only create and view geographic images, they use the technology to create integrated systems of visual and statistical information. Classes will meet in the GIS lab on Wednesday and Thursday evenings from 6-8:30 p.m. on the Tacoma campus. Participants earning the certificate must successfully complete a series of three courses over six months.
The Computer Forensics Certificate program, beginning Jan. 5, 2010, is designed for information technology specialists, systems analysts and network administrators. Forensics training is highly valuable for individuals in corporate or public organizations who are required to identify hidden digital data or analyze employee computer usage. Participants will be instructed on the basics of civil and criminal litigation while exploring the limitations and potentials of forensics analysis. They will gain an understanding of how digital evidence can be combined with other resources to affect a successful investigation, and learn about tools and processes to assist in competent evidence gathering, both in the field and in the lab. Students earning the certificate must successfully complete a series of three courses over nine months. Classes will be held Tuesday evenings, 7-10 p.m., on the Tacoma campus.
IT professionals interested in preparing for the Certified Information Systems Security Professional exam will benefit from the IT Security Certificate program beginning Jan. 5, 2010. Designed for programmers, systems analysts, database and network administrators, web developers and operations managers who have information security responsibilities in their work, the curriculum will include an overview of the fundamentals of IT security and a study of the tools and techniques of database and network security. Classes will meet Tuesday evenings, from 6:30-9:30 p.m., on the Tacoma campus. Participants earning the certificate must successfully complete a series of three courses over nine months.
The Database Management Certificate program beginning Jan. 5, 2010, introduces some of the leading database management tools while examining basic data structures. The coursework provides students the opportunity to implement a database system and explore the role of database administrator while examining some of the political, legal and ethical issues inherent in the field. Classes will meet Tuesday evenings from 6:30-9:30 p.m. on the Tacoma campus. After admission to the program, students must successfully complete three courses over nine months to earn the certificate.
For more information and to apply, visit the University of Washington Tacoma KeyBank Professional Development Center's website or call 253-692-4618.
