Northland Community and Technical College · Courses
CPTR
23 courses with the subject CPTR, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
CPTR 1100Computer Basics 1/0/01
This course is an introduction to Windows, network, Internet, e-mail and word processing. Students will also be introduced to other practical computer applications. Prerequisite(s): None
This course covers the operation of the personal computer including both hardware and software concepts. It includes an overview of a professional computer operating system, word processing, spreadsheets, presentation software, database management, e-mail usage, and Internet operations. Prerequisite(s): None
This course covers database concepts, design, and construction using the latest database software. Topics include database normalization and table relationships, database objects, file creation, file manipulation, queries, macros, form development, and report generation. Database programming concepts will also be introduced. Prerequisite(s): None
This course provides a basic understanding of Visual Basic Programming. It covers language basics and program structure. Topics include graphical interface design and development, control properties, event-driven procedures, scope, variables, functions and data base access. Students learn to program from stated problem or specifications, applying structural programming methods to produce results that are accurate, reliable and maintainable. Prerequisite(s): None
This course covers all aspects of the Help Desk and the Help Desk industry. A solid foundation will be provided upon which students, who desire to enter the Help Desk industry, or strive to advance in the industry, can build their skills and knowledge. Prerequisite(s): None
This course covers the various software and hardware needed to support the installation and service of microcomputers. Software examples would be commands used to format disks, create sub-directories, copy disks, and editors to create batch files. The various hardware components that make up the microcomputer will be described. Normal operation conditions are discussed and demonstrated. With the help of software diagnostic 2024—25 Northland Course Descriptions Page 87
This course will provide the student with an understanding of the 7-layer open systems interconnect (OSI) model and how the model relates to internet connectivity. Instruction includes basic network media such as wireless, fiber optic and copper and correct wiring techniques using industry standards. The importance of documentation and design criteria are included with an initial discussion on how networking protocols relate to network communication. Prerequisite(s): None
This course is an introduction to information systems used in a variety of organization types. Topics included an overview of the history of communications and information systems. Students are introduced to the many career opportunities available and the processes used in the development of information system using the system development life cycle. Prerequisite(s): None
This course covers the most current operating systems. Students will be managing hardware, configuring and managing I/O and disk drives, resource administration, configuring and managing security and optimizing system performance. Students will also be exposed to virtual computing environments. Prerequisite(s): None
This course will provide students with classroom and laboratory experience in basic security principles, establishing security baselines, and using current attack and defense techniques and technologies. Students will learn how to establish and manage security policies and procedures. Instruction includes how to harden a network to resist attacks, protect basic and advanced communications, and use cryptography and Public Key Infrastructure (PKI) to defend against attackers. Prerequisite(s): CPTR1136
This course covers the basics of web site design and layout with emphasis on the Internet as an interactive communications medium. It includes hyper text markup language (HTML), terminology, and graphic formatting. Students will learn some of the most important topics including Web site design and layout, creating and revising a Web pages, using lists, hyperlinks, pictures, task lists, and other similar skills. Students are expected to have a basic knowledge of the use of a microcomputer. Prerequisite(s): None
This course looks specifically at how attackers target networks, what tools attackers use, and how these techniques can be used by ethical hackers to assess the vulnerability of a network. (This course does not teach network defense.) This course introduces concepts, terminology, and issues, and provides hands-on activities applying a variety of tools and hacking techniques to provide experience in testing the security of a network, and conducting reliable security audits. This course covers the objectives of the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) certification exam. Prerequisite(s): CPTR1147, CPTR1171, CPTR 2214
This course is designed to be an introduction into the field of network defense. It brings together all basic concepts, terminology, and issues, along with the practical skills essential to network defense. This course covers core topics such as practical applications of firewalls, intrusion detection systems, encryption 2024—25 Northland Course Descriptions Page 88
This course teaches functions of a network operating system so students can effectively maintain and manage a network. Students learn how to establish and oversee the operations of a network, create logins, design and establish directory structures, and implement security. This course will have students install and operate a Windows network. Prerequisite(s): CPTR1148
This course will continue to provide students with classroom and laboratory experience to empower them to enter the computer networking field. The focus of this course is on the architecture, components, and operations of routers and switches in a larger and more complex networks, WAN Technologies, and intent based networking concepts. The student will learn how to configure routers and switches for advanced functionality. Instruction includes how to configure and troubleshoot common issues with Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Network Address Translation (NAT), Internet Service Provider (ISP) connectivity, and Virtual Private Networks (VPN). Students will also investigate Simple Network Management Protocol (SNMP), and Network Virtualization and Automation. Prerequisite(s): CPTR1147
This course covers the entire lifecycle of incident response, including preparation, data collection, data analysis, and remediation. It also provides a thorough understanding of security operations, cyber defense analysis, cyber defense infrastructure support, how to respond to and manage incidents of breach and effectively assess and manage current and future vulnerabilities. This course covers the objectives of the Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) certification exam. Prerequisite(s): CPTR2101, CPTR2121
This course prepares students to master modern information security regulations and frameworks, and learn specific best-practice policies for key industry sectors, including finance, health care, online commerce and small business. Prerequisite(s): CPTR2101, CPTR2121
Students utilize the content of previous data communication and microcomputer courses to design and implement a microcomputer/networking solution to a business need. Hardware and software projects may 2024—25 Northland Course Descriptions Page 89