CAE EPNC

IoT Educators Academy: IoT Fundamentals
2021-11-05 - 2021-11-20 | Online Course
Course Description:
IoT Fundamentals is the first course in the IoT Educators Academy. It is intended to introduce instructors to the concepts of IoT, the Internet of Things, through a series of hands-on projects built around Arduino microcontrollers, an array of electronic components, sensors, and actuators, and computer programming. This course is designed to help instructors gain an understanding and proficiency in the technologies centered around the Internet of Things, and how to teach these concepts to high school and college students. There is no prior knowledge of electronics or computer programming required for this course.

The class will meet virtually on November 5th, 6th, 13th, and 20th from 9:00am to 3:00pm CST via Zoom. The class will be delivered virtually through Canvas. Students will be asked to complete 13 Arduino projects, five of which will be completed virtually with the group. Additionally, the students will complete the review questions and quizzes after each project.
Participants in this course will take entry and exit surveys in order to assess their prior and achieved knowledge. These surveys will include:

Coding knowledge and experience
Electronics knowledge and experience
Tinkercad knowledge and experience

Course completers will receive an Arduino Starter Kit (which includes an Arduino Fundamentals certificate voucher) and will be able to apply for LAN-120 if they successfully earn the Arduino Fundamentals Certification.

About the Instructors:
Dr. Kristine Christensen is a professor of Management Information Systems at Moraine Valley Community College, where she has taught and developed curriculum in website development, user interface design principles, programming, networking, robotics, and engineering technology for the past twenty years. She has a passion for teaching a diverse group of learners and enjoys the challenges and rewards of helping people develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can reach their potential and be successful in their future lives and careers. She encourages underserved student populations to enter the information technology and cybersecurity fields, and she provides support and mentorship to them as a way to help bring more diversity and equity to the IT and cyber workforce.
Dr. Christensen also serves as Moraine Valley’s Director of Faculty Development and is responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating professional development programs for faculty and staff. She has been actively involved in research and curriculum development for grants awarded by the National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double major in Human Resource Management and Industrial Psychology from Valparaiso University, a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Consulting from Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Science in Management Information Systems with a focus in Computer Programming and Electronic Commerce from Governors State University, a Master of Science in Teaching and Learning from St. Francis University, a graduate certificate in Online Communications and Web Design from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University. In addition to her academic credentials, she has earned numerous professional certifications in information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, programming, and web development.

Chuck Bales is a professor and the Program Coordinator of Automation and Engineering Technology at Moraine Valley Community College. Mr. Bales has taught and developed curriculum for mechanical design, CAD, automation, and engineering technology for over 20 years. Mr. Bales holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
As a program coordinator, full-time faculty member, and academic researcher, he has developed and taught numerous engineering and technology courses and created several new degree and certificate programs at the college. Mr. Bales has been actively involved in grants as a co-principal investigator, researcher, and developer for the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the US Department of Labor since 1994. He also holds numerous professional certifications in the fields of information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, and computer-aided design.

IoT Educators Academy: Basic Electronics for IoT
2021-10-29 - 2021-10-30 | Online Course
Course Description:
This course is intended to introduce instructors to basic electronics concepts related to IoT (Internet of Things) devices through a series of hands-on projects built around electrical concepts, components, and theories. This course is designed to help instructors gain an understanding of electrical concepts centered around the Internet of Things and how to teach these concepts to high school and college students. There is no prior knowledge of electronics required for this course.

The class will meet virtually on October 29th and 30th from 9:00am to 3:00pm CDT via Zoom. The class will be delivered virtually through Zoom and Canvas. Students will be asked to complete projects and quizzes virtually with the group on each day.

About the Instructors:
Dr. Kristine Christensen is a professor of Management Information Systems at Moraine Valley Community College, where she has taught and developed curriculum in website development, user interface design principles, programming, networking, robotics, and engineering technology for the past twenty years. She has a passion for teaching a diverse group of learners and enjoys the challenges and rewards of helping people develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can reach their potential and be successful in their future lives and careers. She encourages underserved student populations to enter the information technology and cybersecurity fields, and she provides support and mentorship to them as a way to help bring more diversity and equity to the IT and cyber workforce.
Dr. Christensen also serves as Moraine Valley’s Director of Faculty Development and is responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating professional development programs for faculty and staff. She has been actively involved in research and curriculum development for grants awarded by the National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double major in Human Resource Management and Industrial Psychology from Valparaiso University, a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Consulting from Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Science in Management Information Systems with a focus in Computer Programming and Electronic Commerce from Governors State University, a Master of Science in Teaching and Learning from St. Francis University, a graduate certificate in Online Communications and Web Design from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University. In addition to her academic credentials, she has earned numerous professional certifications in information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, programming, and web development.

Chuck Bales is a professor and the Program Coordinator of Automation and Engineering Technology at Moraine Valley Community College. Mr. Bales has taught and developed curriculum for mechanical design, CAD, automation, and engineering technology for over 20 years. Mr. Bales holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
As a program coordinator, full-time faculty member, and academic researcher, he has developed and taught numerous engineering and technology courses and created several new degree and certificate programs at the college. Mr. Bales has been actively involved in grants as a co-principal investigator, researcher, and developer for the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the US Department of Labor since 1994. He also holds numerous professional certifications in the fields of information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, and computer-aided design.

SSCP: Systems Security Certified Practitioner
2021-10-29 - 2021-11-19 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
Become an SSCP – Systems Security Certified Practitioner
Earning a globally recognized advanced security administration and operations certification like the SSCP is a great way to grow your career and better secure your organization’s critical assets.
SSCP certification demonstrates you have the advanced technical skills and knowledge to implement, monitor and administer IT infrastructure using security best practices, policies and procedures established by the cybersecurity experts at (ISC)².
Prove your skills, advance your career, and gain the support of a community of cybersecurity leaders here to help you throughout your career.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 3:00PM CDT).

About the Instructors:

Kevin Vaccaro has over thirty years of experience in information technology, cyber defense, and computer forensics. Kevin is a full-time tenured faculty member and program lead for the MVCC IT Security Specialist programs.
Certifications:
EC-Council CEH v.10, EC-Council CHFI, EC-Council ECIH, EC-Council CEI, SANS GCIH, SANSGSEC, SANS GPEN, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security +, CompTIA CySA+, Linux LPI, Palo Alto Certified Configurator, Cisco Certified Instructor

Dr. John Sands has thirty-three years of experience in teaching and developing curriculum in the areas of Data Communications, Information Technology, and Information Assurance. He currently serves as the Principal Investigator/Executive Director of the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA), an NSF/ATE National Support Center. He holds several industry certifications and runs a consulting firm in Information Security and Wireless Communications.
Certifications:
Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA A+, N+, and Security+, Certified Cisco Network Professional CCNP (Routing & Switching), Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

ISACA CISA: Certified Information Systems Auditor
2021-08-09 - 2021-08-13 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
Validate your expertise and get the leverage you need to move up in your career. With ISACA’s Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA) certification, you can do just that. CISA is world-renowned as the standard of achievement for those who audit, control, monitor and assess an organization’s information technology and business systems.
CISA certification is foundational to a successful IT career. If you are an entry-level to mid-career professional, CISA can showcase your expertise and assert your ability to apply a risk-based approach to planning, executing, and reporting on audit engagements. Gain instant credibility in your interactions with internal stakeholders, regulators, external auditors, and customers.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 4:00PM CDT).

PCNSA: Palo Alto Networks Certified Network Security Administrator
2021-07-26 - 2021-07-30 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
The PCNSA certiﬁcation validates the knowledge and skills required for network security administrators responsible for deploying and operating Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls (NGFWs). PCNSA certiﬁed individuals have demonstrated knowledge of the Palo Alto Networks NGFW feature set and in the Palo Alto Networks product portfolio core components.
Palo Alto Networks technology is highly integrated and automated. The Palo Alto Networks product portfolio comprises multiple separate technologies working in unison to prevent successful cyberattacks. The PCNSA seeks to identify people who can operate Palo Alto Networks Next-Generation Firewalls to protect networks from cutting edge cyberthreats. This certiﬁcation is designed for security administrators responsible for deploying, operating, and managing Palo Alto Networks network security suite.
The technical curriculum developed and authorized by Palo Alto Networks and delivered by Palo Alto Networks Authorized Training Partners helps provide the knowledge and expertise that prepare you to protect our digital way of life. Our trusted certiﬁcations validate your knowledge of the Palo Alto Networks product portfolio and your ability to help prevent successful cyberattacks and safely enable applications.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 4:00PM CDT).

About the Instructors:

Kevin Vaccaro has over thirty years of experience in information technology, cyber defense, and computer forensics. Kevin is a full-time tenured faculty member and program lead for the MVCC IT Security Specialist programs.
Certifications:
EC-Council CEH v.10, EC-Council CHFI, EC-Council ECIH, EC-Council CEI, SANS GCIH, SANSGSEC, SANS GPEN, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security +, CompTIA CySA+, Linux LPI, Palo Alto Certified Configurator, Cisco Certified Instructor

CISSP: Certified Information Systems Security Professional
2021-07-19 - 2021-07-23, 2021-06-14 - 2021-06-18 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
Accelerate your cybersecurity career with the CISSP certiﬁcation.
Earning the CISSP proves you have what it takes to effectively design, implement, and manage a best-in-class cybersecurity program. With a CISSP, you validate your expertise and become an (ISC)² member, unlocking a broad array of exclusive resources, educational tools, and peer-to-peer networking opportunities.
This course provides all student materials, ﬂash cards and the CISSP CBK. As an (ISC)² Global Academic Program (GAP) Member, CSSIA will be offering the CISSP – Certiﬁed Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) training. This training course will review and refresh your information security knowledge and help identify areas you may need to study for the CISSP exam. The CISSP exam tests one’s competence in the ten CISSP domains of the (ISC)² CBK, which cover critical topics in security today, including risk management, cloud computing, mobile security, application development security and more; it is one of the most sought-after certiﬁcations in today’s information security industry. Instruction will also utilize labs developed that align with the NSA Knowledge Units.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 4:00PM CDT).

About the Instructors:

Kevin Vaccaro has over thirty years of experience in information technology, cyber defense, and computer forensics. Kevin is a full-time tenured faculty member and program lead for the MVCC IT Security Specialist programs.
Certifications:
EC-Council CEH v.10, EC-Council CHFI, EC-Council ECIH, EC-Council CEI, SANS GCIH, SANSGSEC, SANS GPEN, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security +, CompTIA CySA+, Linux LPI, Palo Alto Certified Configurator, Cisco Certified Instructor

Dr. John Sands has thirty-three years of experience in teaching and developing curriculum in the areas of Data Communications, Information Technology, and Information Assurance. He currently serves as the Principal Investigator/Executive Director of the Center for Systems Security and Information Assurance (CSSIA), an NSF/ATE National Support Center. He holds several industry certifications and runs a consulting firm in Information Security and Wireless Communications.
Certifications:
Certified Information System Security Professional (CISSP), CompTIA A+, N+, and Security+, Certified Cisco Network Professional CCNP (Routing & Switching), Cisco Certified Academy Instructor (CCAI), Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)

PCCET: Palo Alto Networks Certified Cybersecurity Entry-Level Technician
2021-07-12 - 2021-07-16 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
The PCCET certiﬁcation is a knowledge-based certiﬁcation that validates candidates’ understanding of fundamental cybersecurity, network security, cloud security, and SOC security.
The PCCET certiﬁcation is the ﬁrst of its kind credential to cover foundational knowledge of industry recognized cybersecurity and network security concepts as well as various cutting-edge advancements across all Palo Alto Networks technologies. As the cybersecurity landscape becomes more complex, Palo Alto Networks Education Services has taken steps to align with industry standards following the NIST/NICE (National Institute of Standards and Technology/National Initiative for Cybersecurity Education) workforce framework. This certiﬁcation is designed for students, technical professionals, as well as any non-technical individuals interested in validating comprehensive knowledge on current cybersecurity tenets.
The technical curriculum developed and authorized by Palo Alto Networks and delivered by Palo Alto Networks Authorized Training Partners helps provide the knowledge and expertise that prepare you to protect our digital way of life. Our trusted certiﬁcations validate your knowledge of the Palo Alto Networks product portfolio and your ability to help prevent successful cyberattacks and safely enable applications.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 4:00PM CDT).

About the Instructors:

Kevin Vaccaro has over thirty years of experience in information technology, cyber defense, and computer forensics. Kevin is a full-time tenured faculty member and program lead for the MVCC IT Security Specialist programs.
Certifications:
EC-Council CEH v.10, EC-Council CHFI, EC-Council ECIH, EC-Council CEI, SANS GCIH, SANSGSEC, SANS GPEN, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Net+, CompTIA Security +, CompTIA CySA+, Linux LPI, Palo Alto Certified Configurator, Cisco Certified Instructor

WCNA Certification
2021-07-06 - 2021-07-09 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
This is a two-day workshop that meets on July 6th and 9th.
The WCNA Certification (formerly referred to as the Wireshark Certified Network Analyst program) proves an individual’s in-depth knowledge of TCP/IP and network/protocol analysis for troubleshooting communications, network optimization, network forensics, and security. The WCNA Certification program is a top industry certification with certified analysts in over 90 countries.
This course focuses on analyzing packets and protocols, for the purpose of network troubleshooting, optimization, and security. The four primary areas covered in this course are: Wireshark Functionality, TCP/IP Network Communications, Network Troubleshooting, and Network Security.

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (9:00AM – 12:00PM PDT).

Computer Hardware Essentials for Teachers (2)
2021-06-28 - 2021-07-02 | Online Course
Course Description:
This 5 day class will cover core competencies in the latest PC hardware and software technologies as well as safety and environmental issues and soft skills. There will be a special unit focusing on Cyber Security. The course will cover all topics required for CompTIA’s new A+ Certification (Exams 220-1001 and 200-1002) and the new Cisco IT Essentials curriculum (version 7). This course’s focus is on the training needs of high school IT faculty although it will also be open to College IT faculty. Attendees will have opportunity to gain certification as a Cisco Certified System Instructor (CCSI) for Cisco IT Essentials (ITE) curriculum.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled (2hrs per day – 8:00-10:00AM).
NO REGISTRATION FEE for Full-time Wisconsin Technical College & District high school faculty ONLY, all others to be determined.

About the Instructors:
Heather Miles is an experienced instructor at Gateway Technical College and technician with a demonstrated history of working in the computer and network security industry in Higher Ed and with small businesses. Skilled in MIS, Computer Science, Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Databases, and Administration. Strong business development professional with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) focused in Business Administration, Management and Operations and BS in Computer Science from University of Wisconsin-Parkside.

Jerry Gifford III has taught with Gateway Technical College for three years. Prior to coming onboard with Gateway Technical College, Jerry established himself as an accomplished IT Director with 27+ years of experience managing server infrastructures, data-center operations across multiple platforms (Linux & Windows), and successful service desks. Jerry has a proven ability to create and deliver solutions tied to business growth, organizational development and systems/network optimization.

Computer Hardware Essentials for Teachers (1)
2021-06-21 - 2021-06-25 | Online Course

IoT Educators Academy: IoT Fundamentals
2021-06-15 - 2021-06-24 | Online Course
Course Description:
IoT Fundamentals is the first course in the IoT Educators Academy. It is intended to introduce instructors to the concepts of IoT, the Internet of Things, through a series of hands-on projects built around Arduino microcontrollers, an array of electronic components, sensors, and actuators, and computer programming. This course is designed to help instructors gain an understanding and proficiency in the technologies centered around the Internet of Things, and how to teach these concepts to high school and college students. There is no prior knowledge of electronics or computer programming required for this course.

The class will meet virtually on June 15th, 17th, 22nd, and 24th from 9:00am to 2:00pm CST via Zoom. The class will be delivered virtually through Canvas. Students will be asked to complete 13 Arduino projects, five of which will be completed virtually with the group. Additionally, the students will complete the review questions and quizzes after each project.
Participants in this course will take entry and exit surveys in order to assess their prior and achieved knowledge. These surveys will include:

Coding knowledge and experience
Electronics knowledge and experience
Tinkercad knowledge and experience

Course completers will receive an Arduino Starter Kit (which includes an Arduino Fundamentals certificate voucher) and will be able to apply for LAN-120 if they successfully earn the Arduino Fundamentals Certification.

About the Instructors:
Dr. Kristine Christensen is a professor of Management Information Systems at Moraine Valley Community College, where she has taught and developed curriculum in website development, user interface design principles, programming, networking, robotics, and engineering technology for the past twenty years. She has a passion for teaching a diverse group of learners and enjoys the challenges and rewards of helping people develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can reach their potential and be successful in their future lives and careers. She encourages underserved student populations to enter the information technology and cybersecurity fields, and she provides support and mentorship to them as a way to help bring more diversity and equity to the IT and cyber workforce.
Dr. Christensen also serves as Moraine Valley’s Director of Faculty Development and is responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating professional development programs for faculty and staff. She has been actively involved in research and curriculum development for grants awarded by the National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double major in Human Resource Management and Industrial Psychology from Valparaiso University, a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Consulting from Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Science in Management Information Systems with a focus in Computer Programming and Electronic Commerce from Governors State University, a Master of Science in Teaching and Learning from St. Francis University, a graduate certificate in Online Communications and Web Design from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University. In addition to her academic credentials, she has earned numerous professional certifications in information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, programming, and web development.

Chuck Bales is a professor and the Program Coordinator of Automation and Engineering Technology at Moraine Valley Community College. Mr. Bales has taught and developed curriculum for mechanical design, CAD, automation, and engineering technology for over 20 years. Mr. Bales holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
As a program coordinator, full-time faculty member, and academic researcher, he has developed and taught numerous engineering and technology courses and created several new degree and certificate programs at the college. Mr. Bales has been actively involved in grants as a co-principal investigator, researcher, and developer for the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the US Department of Labor since 1994. He also holds numerous professional certifications in the fields of information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, and computer-aided design.

Scripting for Cyber Professionals PowerShell/Python
2021-06-10 - 2021-06-18 | Online Course
Course Description:
This workshop is for CAE members only. You must be affiliated with a CAE institution to register.
This 4-day introductory scripting workshop will dedicate two days to the Python programming language and two days to the PoweShell scripting language.

Python topics include:

Basic programming techniques
I/O
Data processing
File manipulation
Program control logic
Functions
Modules
Exception handling

We additionally cover port scanning web scraping and web api interaction.
PowerShell topics include:

Basics of cmdlets
Working with classes and objects
Setting up interfaces
Interacting with the filesystem
Remote Connections
File Transfer

NOTE: This workshop will be broadcast live via Zoom – attendees should expect to login in to the workshop and participate at the times scheduled (4hrs per day – 9:00AM – 1:00PM CDT).
June 10th, 11th, 17th, 18th (4-day workshop over two weeks)

About the Instructors:

Mike Masino has been an Information Technology instructor at Madison Area Technical College since 2004. Mike has eleven years of experience previously working first as an integrated control systems developer and later as systems Administrator for the University of Wisconsin Extension. Mike holds an Associate in Applied Science degree in Electronics Engineering, as well as Bachelors and Master’s Degrees in Computer Science. Mike’s industry certifications include: Microsoft: MCSE, MCP + I (Win NT 4.0/ Win2000) / Cisco: CCNA, CCAI / CompTIA: A+. Security+, Network + / SANS: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA (current member of GIAC advisory board).

IoT Educators Academy: Basic Electronics for IoT
2021-06-08 - 2021-06-10 | Online Course
Course Description:
This course is intended to introduce instructors to basic electronics concepts related to IoT (Internet of Things) devices through a series of hands-on projects built around electrical concepts, components, and theories. This course is designed to help instructors gain an understanding of electrical concepts centered around the Internet of Things and how to teach these concepts to high school and college students. There is no prior knowledge of electronics required for this course.

The class will meet virtually on June 8th and 10th from 9:00am to 2:00pm CDT via Zoom. The class will be delivered virtually through Zoom and Canvas. Students will be asked to complete projects and quizzes virtually with the group on each day.

About the Instructors:
Dr. Kristine Christensen is a professor of Management Information Systems at Moraine Valley Community College, where she has taught and developed curriculum in website development, user interface design principles, programming, networking, robotics, and engineering technology for the past twenty years. She has a passion for teaching a diverse group of learners and enjoys the challenges and rewards of helping people develop their knowledge, skills, and abilities so that they can reach their potential and be successful in their future lives and careers. She encourages underserved student populations to enter the information technology and cybersecurity fields, and she provides support and mentorship to them as a way to help bring more diversity and equity to the IT and cyber workforce.
Dr. Christensen also serves as Moraine Valley’s Director of Faculty Development and is responsible for designing, developing, and evaluating professional development programs for faculty and staff. She has been actively involved in research and curriculum development for grants awarded by the National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the National Centers of Academic Excellence in Cybersecurity. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a double major in Human Resource Management and Industrial Psychology from Valparaiso University, a Master of Business Administration with an emphasis in Consulting from Eastern Illinois University, a Master of Science in Management Information Systems with a focus in Computer Programming and Electronic Commerce from Governors State University, a Master of Science in Teaching and Learning from St. Francis University, a graduate certificate in Online Communications and Web Design from the University of Florida, and a Ph.D. in Community College Leadership from Old Dominion University. In addition to her academic credentials, she has earned numerous professional certifications in information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, programming, and web development.

Chuck Bales is a professor and the Program Coordinator of Automation and Engineering Technology at Moraine Valley Community College. Mr. Bales has taught and developed curriculum for mechanical design, CAD, automation, and engineering technology for over 20 years. Mr. Bales holds a Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Florida and a Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Technology from Southern Illinois University at Carbondale.
As a program coordinator, full-time faculty member, and academic researcher, he has developed and taught numerous engineering and technology courses and created several new degree and certificate programs at the college. Mr. Bales has been actively involved in grants as a co-principal investigator, researcher, and developer for the Department of Education, National Science Foundation, National Security Agency, and the US Department of Labor since 1994. He also holds numerous professional certifications in the fields of information technology and networking, manufacturing and robotics, and computer-aided design.

Threat Hunting / Digital Forensics
2021-05-17 - 2021-05-21 | Online Course
Course Description:
This course provides a hands-on first look at some of the tools, techniques, and procedures used for network based forensics and threat hunting. Attacks by basic to advanced threat actors will leave artifacts that can be detected. The malware they use must communicate somehow over the network for Command and Control (C2) and data exfiltration. We will study collectinging and correlating current and historic pcap-based network data with host and network generated logs to create a profile of an attack for post-incident investigations and reporting or proactive threat hunting.
Open source tools include: Security Onion 2.0 [Hunt, Kibana, Cyber Chef, Network Miner, etc…]

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Linux operating system.

About the Instructor
Mike Masino has been an Information Technology instructor at Madison Area Technical College since 2004. Mike has eleven years of experience previously working first as an integrated control systems developer and later as systems Administrator for the University of Wisconsin Extension. Mike holds an Associate in Applied Science degree in Electronics Engineering, as well as Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Computer Science. Mike’s industry certifications include: Microsoft: MCSE, MCP + I (Win NT 4.0/ Win2000) / Cisco: CCNA, CCAI / CompTIA: A+. Security+, Network + / SANS: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA (current member of GIAC advisory board)

Introduction to Cloud Native Engineering with Open-Source Tools
2021-02-23 16:00 - 2021-03-18 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Online Course
Course Description:
This course is designed to introduce students to modern software development, particularly focused on microservices and Cloud Native engineering. Students will start by developing their basic experience with Linux into a more complete understanding of how commands interact with each other and how Linux interacts with a network. This includes the essential components of security and networking for developers leveraging Linux environments. We introduce the concept of version control through git and its critical role in software development. The class then focuses on combining the commands learned earlier into complete scripts that achieve specific purposes. Finally, we cover containers, containerized processes, and container orchestration. Students will be tested on their new container proficiency by building, testing, and running a simple microservice using Docker containers.
The class will meet virtually every Tuesday and Thursday from February 23 to March 18 via Zoom. Register Here: https://tinyurl.com/cssiatraining
This course contains 4 major topics, each with two Lab components. Each day will consist of a Pre-Lecture, a Lab, and a Post-Lecture. The final lab will consist of a project assembling a microservices that encompasses knowledge from the entire course.
Course Components:

Week 1 – Linux Environments and Networks

Lab 1: Environment Variables and Command Piping
Lab 2: Networking with Linux

Week 2 – Version Control

Lab 3: Version Control (git) for Solo Use
Lab 4: git Collaboration

Week 3 – Shell Scripting and Automation

Lab 5: Introduction to Shell Scripting
Lab 6: Scripting with Command Line Tools

Week 4 – Introduction to Containers

Lab 7: Containers (Docker)
Lab 8: Container Orchestration and Microservices

Course Targets:

Gain a basic understanding of the Linux operating system focused on networking and shell scripts.
Understand the role of version control in modern software design from both the perspective of an individual and a development team.
Build, understand, and interact with containers.
Interpret the design of a microservice as a series of containers interacting with one another.
Build a micro service that uses all of the major themes of this course (Linux, shell scripting, containers, security, networking, etc.).

Course Outcomes:

Students will understand how to interact with almost all containers through their Linux fundamentals.
Students will understand the utility and potential of even simple shell scripts.
Students will understand how even simple processes, when isolated and containerized, can provide valuable functions.
Students will understand the security and network considerations of both containers and microservices.
Students will understand, appreciate, and know how to implement version control.

IoT Educators Academy: IoT Fundamentals
2020-11-06 09:00 - 14:00 | Online Course
IoT Fundamentals is the first course in the IoT Educators Academy. It is intended to introduce instructors to the concepts of IoT, the Internet of Things, through a series of hands-on projects built around Arduino microcontrollers, an array of electronic components, sensors, and actuators, and computer programming. This course is designed to help instructors gain an understanding and proficiency in the technologies centered around the Internet of Things, and how to teach these concepts to high school and college students. There is no prior knowledge of electronics or computer programming required for this course.
The class will meet virtually each Friday in November (6th, 13th, 20th, 27th) from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm CST via Zoom. The class will be delivered virtually through Canvas. Students will be asked to complete 13 Arduino projects, five of which will be completed virtually with the group on each Friday. The remaining seven projects are to be completed during the week and before the following Friday. Additionally, the students will complete the review questions and quizzes after each project.
Participants in this course will take entry and exit surveys in order to assess their prior and achieved knowledge. These surveys will include:

Coding knowledge and experience
Electronics knowledge and experience
Tinkercad knowledge and experience

Course completers will receive an Arduino Starter Kit (which includes an Arduino Fundamentals certificate voucher) and will be able to apply for LAN-120 if they successfully earn the Arduino Fundamentals Certification.
See the agenda and syllabus here!

2020 Midwest Cisco Networking Academy Conference
2020-09-24 09:00 - 2020-09-25 15:30 | MN
The 2020 Midwest Cisco Networking Academy Conference will go virtual this year and is scheduled for September 24 – 25, 2020. Registration is now open!

Preparing our students for the workforce! Two days of experience and a variety of exciting opportunities to work directly with Cisco and partners.
Workshops using industry products relying on programming, cybersecurity, and more will be featured. Sessions include topics in cybersecurity, cloud computing, networking, and more!
See full session and workshop schedule here.

Please use the Website URL to register.

CAE Virtual Career Fair 2020
2020-09-04 09:00 - 13:00 | MN
The Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cybersecurity Community is hosting the fourth annual CAE Virtual Career Fair (VCF), sponsored by the National Cybersecurity Training and Education (NCyTE) Center and the National Science Foundation (NSF), on September 4, 2020, from 9:00 am-1:00 pm PT. Our virtual career fair is unique in that we invite students/alumni from 300+ institutions designated as CAEs in Research (CAE-R), Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE), and Cyber Operations (CAE-CO) to participate. Institutions receive the CAE in Cybersecurity designation after meeting the rigorous requirements of the program set forth by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). The standards set forth by the NSA/DHS curriculum guidelines also ensure students from CAE institutions receive a quality cybersecurity education that prepares them for a career in the cyber workforce.
As the CAE in Cybersecurity program continues to designate new CAEs, the number of students participating in the CAE VCF grows each year. Last year, 1200+ students/alumni participated in the CAE VCF. This year, the community has an estimated 10,000+ students graduating from junior colleges and universities seeking jobs in cybersecurity. In addition, our community has an estimated 20,000+ students that are eligible for internships in the 2020-2021 academic year. Students/alumni from CAE designated institutions are extremely valuable to any organization as they must meet the rigorous curriculum requirements set forth by the NSA/DHS to graduate.
Survey data from the 2019 event indicate both employers and students positively receive the CAE VCF. Many students find careers through the VCF, and many of the same employers return each year to participate.
For more information and registration, please use the Website URL in the sidebar.

CCNA 3 Instructor Certification (CCSI) for Teachers / CCNAv7 Enterprise Networking, Security and Automation (ENSA)
2020-06-22 - 2020-06-26 | MN
This course is organized through Madison Area Technical College. Please email Ken McCullough to register. Registration deadline is June 17, 2020.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Description: The third course in the CCNAv7 curriculum describes the architectures and considerations related to designing, securing, operating, and troubleshooting enterprise networks. This course covers wide area network (WAN) technologies and quality of service (QoS) mechanisms used for secure remote access. ENSA also introduces software-defined networking, virtualization, and automation concepts that support the digitalization of networks. Students gain skills to configure and troubleshoot enterprise networks, and learn to identify and protect against cybersecurity threats. They are introduced to network management tools and learn key concepts of software-defined networking, including controller-based architectures and how application programming interfaces (APIs) enable network automation.
This class will cover some new topics that were not part of the previous CCNA curriculum, so it is recommended even for those people that have prior NetAcad experience.
Prerequisite: Concepts covered in CCNA 2 classes or prior networking experience.

Instructor: Brent Sieling is an Instructor for the 2-year Network Specialist Associate Degree at Madison College. He has been teaching networking classes full-time since January of 2006 and part-time for three semesters prior to that. He is the lead contact for the Academy Support Center and Instructor Training Center at Madison College’s Cisco Networking Academy, providing support to over 80 high schools and technical colleges in the State of Wisconsin. Brent previously worked as a network specialist at the Madison Metropolitan School District, where he managed a network of over 50 schools. Brent currently holds the Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA), CCNA Voice, and CCNA Security certifications, and is the author of the Cisco Press CCNA Voice lab book. He completed the Cisco Academy Instructor Trainer Qualification (ITQ) process to become an Academy Instructor Trainer. Brent has been a regular presenter at the Cisco Academy Conferences.

Intrusion Detection for Cybersecurity
2020-06-22 - 2020-06-26 | MN
This course is organized through Madison Area Technical College. Please email Ken McCullough to register. Registration deadline is June 17, 2020.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Description: This session will provide an overview of the tools and techniques commonly used for detecting threats to an enterprise infrastructure. Implement strategies for documenting and reporting detected events based on industry standard compliance frameworks. We will use the Security Onion distribution. Tools include Elasticsearch, Logstash, Kibana (ELK/Elastic Stack), Wazuh, Snort, Zeek, Wireshark, and TCP Dump. On the final day we will be doing a capture the FLAG event in the Cyber range.
Prerequisite: Basic understanding of Linux operating system.

Instructor: Mike Masino has been an Information Technology instructor at Madison Area Technical College since 2004. Mike has eleven years of experience previously working first as an integrated control systems developer and later as systems Administrator for the University of Wisconsin Extension. Mike holds an Associate in Applied Science degree in Electronics Engineering, as well as Bachelors and Masters Degrees in Computer Science. Mike’s industry certifications include: Microsoft: MCSE, MCP + I (Win NT 4.0/ Win2000) / Cisco: CCNA, CCAI / CompTIA: A+. Security+, Network + / SANS: GCIH, GCFA, GCIA (current member of GIAC advisory board)

CCNA 2 Instructor Certification (CCSI) for Teachers / CCNAv7 Switching, Routing and Wireless Essentials (SRWE)
2020-06-15 - 2020-06-19 | MN
This course is organized through Madison Area Technical College. Please email Ken McCullough to register. Registration deadline is June 10, 2020.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Description: The second course in the CCNA curriculum focuses on switching technologies and router operations that support small-to-medium business networks and includes wireless local area networks (WLANs) and security concepts. Students learn key switching and routing concepts. They can perform basic network configuration and troubleshooting, identify and mitigate LAN security threats, and configure and secure a basic WLAN.
This class will cover some new topics that were not part of the previous CCNA curriculum, so it is recommended even for those people that have prior NetAcad experience.
Prerequisite: Concepts covered in CCNA 1 classes or prior networking experience.

CCNA 1 Instructor Certification (CCSI) for Teachers / CCNAv7 Introduction to Networks
2020-06-08 - 2020-06-12 | MN
This course is organized through Madison Area Technical College. Please email Ken McCullough to register. Registration deadline is June 3, 2020.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Description: The first course in the CCNA curriculum introduces the architectures, models, protocols, and networking elements that connect users, devices, applications and data through the internet and across modern computer networks – including IP addressing and Ethernet fundamentals. By the end of the course, students can build simple local area networks (LANs) that integrate IP addressing schemes, foundational network security, and perform basic configurations for routers and switches.
Instructors with prior NetAcad Cisco 1 experience are not required to take this class again, unless they want to see what the new format looks like.
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of computers.

AWS Academy Cloud Foundations
2020-06-01 - 2020-06-05 | MN
This course is organized through Madison Area Technical College. Please email Ken McCullough to register. Registration deadline is May 25, 2020.

NOTE: This class will be broadcast live via WebEx – attendees should expect to login in to the class and participate at the times scheduled.
Description: This is a 5-day remote access class with additional lab practice and certification prep the second week with the instructor available for questions. The AWS Academy Cloud Foundations course is intended for instructors who seek an overall understanding of cloud computing concepts, independent of specific technical teaching area. In addition to a detailed overview of cloud concepts there is specific coverage of all AWS core services, security, architecture, pricing and support. A number of hands-on labs in the actual AWS environment will be utilized throughout the course.
This course provides the foundational knowledge needed to take the AWS Cloud Practitioner certification exam and includes a voucher to save on the exam fee.
Prerequisite: Basic Windows and Linux operating system knowledge. Understanding of networking fundamentals.

Instructor: Curt Chambers has been at Madison College since 2010 in both support and teaching roles within the Dept. of Information Technology. Previously he worked for 13 years in roles ranging from CTO to VP of Operations for a Madison based stock photography company now owned by Getty Images.
