Microsoft Systems Engineer with SECURITY SPECIALIZATION A.A.S. Degree Program

MCSE Training Program

MTI College offers two MSE programs: a one-year Diploma program and the following two-year Associate's Degree (A.A.S.).

MCSE Training Program Objective

Computer network security is more important now than it’s ever been! Companies are prioritizing the allocation of resources to handle increased threats to their information security. Employers value IT professionals with certifications that demonstrate they have met industry-set standards to handle the ever-changing demands of managing a computer network. MTI’s Microsoft System Engineer program is responding to the demand for qualified network security professionals who can do the job!

Year One of this two-year program will prepare the student for employment in end-user application work, computer operations, technical support, or a related computer field. Through hands-on instruction, students will become proficient utilizing desktop operating systems and various office applications commonly used in today's market. Students will also focus on fundamental networking concepts as well as developing skills necessary for troubleshooting and supporting hardware- and software-related issues. This program will help students prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exams for computer technicians. Exam vouchers are provided for students who meet the requirements of the A+ Test Pass Assurance (TPA) program. Students are strongly encouraged to pass the A+ Certification prior to advancing to the second year.

The second year of the mcse training program degree is designed to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to pursue employment as a systems engineer with a security specialization in a Microsoft Windows 2003 environment. A heavy focus is placed on achieving MCSE: Security on Windows 2003 certification (including CompTIA’s Security+), which is comprised of successfully passing seven rigorous exams. Similar to Year One’s TPA, exam vouchers are provided for students who meet the requirements of MTI’s MCSE Test Pass Assurance (TPA) program. The TPA is designed to support students by tying course outcomes to the objectives on the corresponding Microsoft exams as well as providing the labs and practice material required to pass the exams.

While preparing for certification and employment, students develop skills to effectively plan, implement, and support systems in a wide range of computing environments using Microsoft Windows 2003. This includes applying widely used tools and technologies to perform routine system administrative tasks as well as to design scalable networks. Coursework also covers the installation and upgrade of desktop and server operating systems, and the configuration of services, protocols, access, and routers per client specifications. Additionally, students become proficient in identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving network problems with the appropriate tools, utilities, and resources

Our goal is to provide a well-rounded education for students as they prepare for a career in the information technology field. In addition to becoming increasingly proficient in applying the skills and knowledge directly related to becoming an MCSE, students also practice the “soft skills” (such as teamwork, problem solving, and professionalism) that all employers require.