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COBOL Curriculum 


...le 1 FILE PROCESSING File Processing Overview Common File Considerations The functions of
Files Types of
Files Module 2 SEQUENTIAL FILE PROCESSING COBOL File processing The Environment Division The Data Division Operations on Files The Write Verb Multiple Record Types Module 3 DIRECT FILE PROCESSING INDEXED FILES (
Part 1) Direct
Access Files Primary & Secondary Keys File Processing The Access
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Building Cisco Remote Access Networks - Part 1 


This is the first course in a five-part series on Building Cisco Remote Access Networks 1.0 (
BCRAN 1.0). This series teaches students how to build a remote access network to interconnect central sites to branch offices and home office/telecommuters. In addition, controlling access to a central site, as well as how to maximize bandwidth utilization over remote links is covered. This part in the
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Cisco Internetwork Design Part 2: TCP/IP Network Design 


...covers IP Addressing. It focuses on routing protocols and considerations as well as security considerations that you will need to consider with a
TCP/IP network. It also covers the various addressing choices you have when designing a TCP/IP network and how to manage your IP addressing options. It also covers multicast addressing considerations and TCP/IP security. It also describes basic
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Cisco Internetwork Design Part 3: Desktop Protocol Design 


...cols, encapsulations, routing specifics and configuration considerations indigenous to
IPX networks It also covers
RIP and
SAP issues that you might encounter in an IPX network. It also covers the business and technical requirements for an
AppleTalk network, as well as the protocols, routing, and administrative choice issues that come with planning an AppleTalk network design. Finally, it
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Creating Effective Contracts 
When you hear the word "contract", you may think of a written, legal document. However, when it comes to consulting relationships, contracts are more about setting expectations and involving the right people instead of setting legal parameters. In this course, you'll examine how to approach contracting, the considerations that are most important, and how you should approach the contracting
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Introduction to IT Project Management 
Do you want to increase your effectiveness as a leader in project management? Are you unsure of the key skills needed for managing an information technology (IT) project? As you proceed through this "
Introduction to IT Project
Management" course in the "
Project Management for IT Professionals" series, you will gain valuable insight into project management with a special focus on managing IT
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Troubleshooting and Closing the Project 
The factors that can affect a project are numerous and often hard to pinpoint. Conducting meetings and using advanced tools, such as formulas and graphs, allow the project manager to properly define the health or status of the project. This course outlines how to conduct effective meetings and presents some troubleshooting tools that can be used during the project life cycle. It also presents the
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Program Lifecycle and Organization 
...ll describe some of the key program management life-cycle considerations, including the key distinctions between program and project life cycles. Also covered in this course are the program management life-cycle phases: preprogram and program setup, establish program management and technical infrastructure, deliver the benefits, and close the program.This course is aligned with "A Guide to the
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Planning Effective Business Meetings 
If you are in a business that has meetings, you know how much time is spent in them. A recent survey of 2000 business leaders indicated that managers spend over fifty percent of their time in meetings. That same study indicated that managers felt that about one third of those meetings were unproductive. This course will present you with information that will help you improve the quality of your
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E-Learning Essentials Pt 3 Deploying and Measuring Your Solution 
The third course in this curriculum focuses on issues of deployment and measurement of an e-learning solution. Regarding deployment, technological, interoperability and multi-site challenges are addressed, as well as using the
Internet, choosing the right platform, managing learners and learning objects. The final area to be covered is that of measuring the e-learning solution, integrating
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Developing Employees HRCI PHR 
The Human Resource Certification Institute's (
HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the theories and applications of employee training and training program development. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's workforce possesses the skills, knowledge and abilities to meet
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Hiring Considerations 
Recruitment is a complex and important activity for a manager. Effective hiring requires effective preparation. The recruitment process must be fair and safe, and there is plenty of legislation to trip up the unwary manager. Getting any part of this wrong is expensive, time consuming, and damaging to the good name of the company. This course will give you a brief overview of the major employment
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Strategic Approaches to Labor Relations HRCI SPHR 
HR professionals develop organizational strategies to secure and develop a company's successful and profitable operations. The employee plays a central role in such operations. As such it has become essential for HR professionals to constantly be on the lookout for strategies that allow them to develop a good working relationship between the employee and employer. This course covers strategies
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Non-union Work Environments HRCI PHR 
The Human Resource Certification Institute's (
HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including those affecting employee and labor relations. The HRCI certification examinations are widely recognized as the industry standard for evaluating
Human Resource professional's competencies. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for
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Employee Benefit Programs HRCI PHR 
The Human Resource Certification Institute's (
HRCI) certification examinations cover a broad range of workforce planning and employment issues, including the work rules and practices that apply to employee benefit programs. As a human resources professional, you are responsible for helping to ensure that your company's practices comply with any legislation governing employee benefits and that the
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Partnering with Your Boss 
You may have noticed that the traditional secretary has gone the way of the dinosaur. However, your boss may not yet have entered this new age in which administrative support professionals are working as partners with their managers and supervisors. This course will equip you to make the transition from working as a subordinate who follows orders, to partnering with your boss as an empowered and
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Administrative Functions 
Administrative support professionals are the central nervous systems of an office. Their responsibilities are numerous and vital to the operation of their organization. Knowing the best ways to perform office functions will enable administrative support professional to complete their responsibilities efficiently and effectively. This course will present you with information that will help you
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Sustaining Competitive Advantage 
In today's competitive business environment, being as good as the competition is not enough. An organization must devise strategies and develop the skills, knowledge, and competencies to set it apart from the competition. In this course business strategies are examined that can help a company gain and sustain competitive advantage. Companies build their strength around three key strategic areas:
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IT Challenges Present and Future 
With every improvement in information technology comes new challenge. Whether trying to upgrade systems, enhance e-commerce opportunities, or simply make projects more successful, your job as IT manager is to avoid the pitfalls inherent in each task. Meanwhile, new and demanding responsibilities are on the horizon for governance, cybersecurity, and incident response, fields that are still under
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Design of Experiments DOE 
By the time they reach the
Six Sigma Improve phase, organizations have a solid understanding of how and why their processes fail to meet customers' expectations. Organizations use the
Design of
Experiments (
DOE), a key methodology of the Six Sigma Improve phase, to quantify with statistical precision the factors that are causing this gap. Well-designed experiments result in effective process
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Steps for Successful ISO Registration 
An organization must carefully plan and integrate into their own quality management system a comprehensive strategy to comply with
ISO 9001:2000 requirements. This course discusses the necessary steps required to organize for
ISO registration. For example, management commitment must be obtained, a steering team and internal audit program established, and the appropriate registrar selected.
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Pricing and Profitability for Product Managers 
A crucial aspect of a product manager's job is deciding what price to charge for a given product. It's equally important to understand that pricing decisions do not happen in a vacuum; the product manager will be held accountable for the success of the products he prices. Clearly, it's important for the product manager to understand the financial implications of his decisions. In this course,
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Record Retention 
Does your company have a formal policy for how to retain and dispose of its records? Do you know what records you need to retain, how long you should retain them for, and which disposal techniques you should use? Following the
Arthur Andersen case, many companies are reexamining what documents they keep and how long they must keep them. Having a carefully planned and documented record retention
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Programming Techniques and Strategies 
To outline the high-level considerations for producing good code
Professional application developers or programmers, with at least 2 years experience, who want to learn the latest recommended techniques for developing high quality software
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OOAD Static Modeling with UML 2 0 
...atic modeling. It also covers the features, elements, and considerations for using these diagrams. In addition, the course covers the modeling of three types of compartments in a class: name, attributes, and operations. Further, it discusses the concept and application of stereotypes, visibility levels, and multiplicity in modeling classes. Finally, the course covers the modeling of five types
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OOAD OO Design Patterns 
...atic modeling. It also covers the features, elements, and considerations for using these diagrams. In addition, the course covers the modeling of three types of compartments in a class: name, attributes, and operations. Further, it discusses the concept and application of stereotypes, visibility levels, and multiplicity in modeling classes. Finally, the course covers the modeling of five types
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Planning and Starting the Deployment of a NET web Application 
...considerations and decisions that a developer needs to make when planning the deployment of a .NET web application, and to explain the appropriate use and installation of private and shared assemblies in that deployment
Application developers with experience in
Visual Basic .NET who wish to become familiar with the deployment process in the .NET Framework, especially those who wish to attain
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Windows Forms and Controls in C 
To explain how to work with
Windows Forms and controls in C# Application developers with some experience in C# who wish to become familiar with developing user services in the .NET Framework, especially those who wish to attain the Microsoft Certified Solution Developer (
MCSD) or Microsoft Certified Application Developer (
MCAD) for
Microsoft .NET credentials
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Communicating and Implementing Requirements 
A business analyst expresses the output of a requirements analysis and documentation phase by presenting, communicating, and gaining approval of the requirements from project stakeholders. Once this solution design is agreed upon, the business analyst assists with detailed design work, testing and quality assurance activities, and supporting solution implementation.This course will explore methods
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Win2000 Netwk Infra Design Designing a Network Strategy 
...enefits of integrating
DNS with
DHCP and
WINS. The design considerations for deploying DNS on a network and for planning the DNS namespace and zones, as well as DNS server requirements, are also covered in this course. Finally, the course introduces the three methods of DNS migration: upgrading the computer running the DNS service, moving zone files, and using zone transfer to migrate
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Managing IPSec in Windows Server 2003 
...considerations, and procedures for implementing an
IPSec solution
Systems engineers, systems administrators, systems analysts, IT consultants, and support professionals tasked with implementing and maintaining a
Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure; learners preparing for certification in the Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (
MCSE) or Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator(
MCSA)
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Microsoft SMS 2003 Planning the Hierarchy 
To explain how to design the site hierarchy and identify the considerations involved in capacity planning
Systems administrators, systems engineers, systems analysts, IT consultants, and support professionals with responsibility for planning and deploying Microsoft Systems Management Server 2003
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The Linux Operating System 
...ds of the
Linux operating system as well as the important considerations in deploying Linux systems in a business environment. It describes how to choose a Linux ""distribution"" and installation media. It also explains what is needed to install a Linux system, and the installation procedures for the two most popular distributions, with a focus on the
Intel platform. This covers the key
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CompTIA Linux 2004 Configuration 
This series covers basic installation, operation, and troubleshooting operating systems on workstations and servers. The learner will be able to explain fundamental open source resources/licenses, demonstrate knowledge of user administration, understand file permissions/software configurations and manage local storage devices and network protocols. The audience includes
Professionals who want to
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Basic Networking 
To introduce and demonstrate basic networking concepts and hardware considerations
Anyone wanting to become a hardware support technician
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OS 390 Introduction to e-business 
...tial planning stage of an e-business project. The various considerations that need to be made when planning the hardware requirements and the various software considerations to be made when planning an e-business project. It examines the data storage considerations and will alerts the student to the security threats surrounding e-business, and provide a number of options to help assemble a
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OS 390 and Java 
...cussed in this course. In addition, the course covers the considerations of using the
JDK on OS/390, including facets of using the
AWT under
X-Windows; character set considerations, and the
Java Native Interface. The course also describes various
Java integrated development environments (
IDE) which can be used to develop applications on workstations for later deployment in the OS/390
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E-Commerce 7 0 
This
WestNet e-Learning module explores the extensive, invisible "back-end" systems that make online business possible: credit cards and electronic cash,
Web marketing strategies, search engines that bring customers to online storefronts, and integrated systems of specialized servers that handle complex transactions at a distance.
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Web Security 
...Considerations,
Security Management, and
Firewall Considerations. With the increasing number of transactions occurring on the
World Wide Web (
Web), a logical, thorough security policy is crit-ical to maintaining consistent operations and ensuring quality content. Deciding what type of software services will be allowed on your site and what kind of internal and external access privileges are
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RFID Technology and Business Applications 
To recognize the applications of
RFID technology, how it operates, the function of the
EPCglobal Network, and determine how to implement RFID in an organization based on business and deployment issues
Managers, analysts and consultants who want a primer on how to evaluate, prototype and deploy RFID into their existing business systems; managers and people making business decisions regarding
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e-Business Part 2 Building the Infrastructure 
The second course in the e-Business curriculum focuses on technical infrastructure needed to support an e-Business initiative. It focuses on the sub-application level, examining network and protocol options and requirements. It introduces some of the major players in the market and business drivers that could affect an organization's choices. The target audience is those individuals tasked with
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VoIP Network Engineering Management and Support 
This module explores telecommunications and converged network design and engineering principles. We review the
Erlang and
Poisson traffic estimation formulas. We learn the steps necessary to plan, design, and engineer a converged network. We discover methods we can use to measure the converged network s voice quality, and how we can determine the effects the final network design has on overall
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Frame Relay Signaling and Applications 
To introduce the various
Frame Relay signaling mechanisms and applications
Technical professionals; IT and business managers who need to learn about wide area network technologies; students investigating or researching telecommunications technologies; nontechnical business managers, project managers, and end-users who require information on the capabilities of communications technologies to make
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Configuring Voice Interfaces 
To configure router voice ports, identify how to monitor and troubleshoot voice ports, recognize factors affecting analog voice quality, and configure voice interface settings for optimal voice quality IT professionals responsible for preparing, configuring, and maintaining a voice and data network; candidates preparing for the
Cisco Certified Voice Professional certification (
CVOICE 642-432)
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Cisco ISCW 1 0 Securing Management Features and AAA 
To recognize the features of secure management and reporting, and securely implement them, and configure and troubleshoot
AAA on a
Cisco systems router
Network administrators; network engineers; network managers; systems managers; network designers who wish to validate their ability to install, configure and troubleshoot converged local and wide area networks with 100 to 500 nodes
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Electrical Electronics Basic Electricity 
The course content covers concepts on DC and AC electricity. It also covers content on conversion of energy and electrical safety. The course is aimed at individuals working with machinery, maintaining machinery or involved in maintenance.
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Electrical Electronics Introduction to Electronics 
This course will cover introduction to electronics, codes, symbols, and standard values, energy conversion devices, basic circuits, electronic applications, electronic test equipment, and safety considerations for equipment testing. This series is aimed at individuals working with machinery, maintaining machinery, or involved in maintenance.
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NFPA 1600 Business Continuity Programs 
Whether it is a natural disaster that sweeps through your city or a computer virus that destroys vital electronic information, businesses need to be able to recover their services and operations as soon as possible if such a disaster does occur. A Business
Continuity Program involves planning the recovery of operations when confronted with adverse events such as natural disasters, technological
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Indoor Hoisting and Rigging 
This course is designed to educate the worker on the significant safety issues to be considered while moving large, heavy loads associated with today's manufacturing and construction industries. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. specify general safety issues of cranes, hoisting, and rigging define the purpose of the
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Ladder and Scaffolding Safety 
This one-hour course is designed to train employees to recognize the hazards associated with ladders, stairways, and the type of scaffold being used at the work site and to understand the procedures to control or minimize those hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. identify the types of portable ladders and their
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Ladder Safety 
This course provides information about the safe use of portable and fixed ladders. The intent of the course is to provide the learner with information about the hazards involved with the use of ladders and control methods that will greatly reduce these hazards. The content in this course is designed to comply with the intent of the applicable regulatory requirements. identify hazards related to
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Home Networking with Windows XP 
Home networking is becoming increasingly important with the proliferation of PC home ownership, advancements in telecommunications technology and increase in teleworking and home business. Windows XP facilitates easy setup of a small network. This course introduces the concept of home networking, the technologies involved and the various possible topologies. It then covers planning and setup of a
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Display of Digital Video 
This course will familiarize users to various media to store and view video such as
DVD, CD,
VCD, and tapes. Users will also learn about sharing movies on the
Internet. In addition, the course will also deal with various considerations in selecting appropriate video software. A computer user who has general computer skills, but has little experience with video-editing, burning
DVDs, and sharing
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Adobe Illustrator CS2 Getting Started 
This course teaches fundamental concepts and skills for working with
Adobe Illustrator CS2 to create artwork for both print and the
Web. The topics in this course cover capabilities and tools of
Illustrator, the interface, image considerations, how to save and print Illustrator files, and working with basic shapes, selecting images, and color. The course is intended for the basic end user who
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Digital Photography 
The
Digital Photography course teaches the basic concepts of digital photography. It covers the principles for selecting a digital camera and how to take a good picture, as well as how to transfer the image from a digital camera to a computer. The course also covers scanners and image editing software. Organizing and archiving images and using online photo services are also topics included.
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Server Installation 
This e-Learning module discusses the processes of installing a new server and upgrading an existing system as well as system requirements and preinstallation planning considerations.
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Business Writing - The Fundamentals 
Professionals are required to communicate effectively and in a meaningful way with coworkers and clients. The
Business Writing series will provide professionals with the skills necessary to write effectively in the business environment. Business considerations such as tone paragraph structure writing positive and negative messages effectively and proposal writing are key topics covered in this
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Business Writing - Writing Effective Proposals 
Professionals are required to communicate effectively and in a meaningful way with coworkers and clients. The
Business Writing series will provide professionals with the skills necessary to write effectively in the business environment. Business considerations such as tone paragraph structure writing positive and negative messages effectively and proposal writing are key topics covered in this
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