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2001 - 2002 Business Education Certifications and Licensures

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Microsoft Certif ied Professional Certif ication

Netw orking Cabling Sepcialist

Microsoft Certif ication

Student Netw ork Technician

IC3

OPAC Certif ication

Netw orking+

Novell Certif ication

C+ Certif ication

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Business Education Comparison

CERTIFICATION1999-2000

2000-2001

2001-2002

% CHANGE

A+ Certification 131 265 315 18.9 Auto Collision 8 (100.0)Auto Parts Cataloging 8 (100.0)C+ Certification 9 36 65 80.6 Cisco Systems Certification 184 352 364 3.4 IC3 30 I-net+ 1 65 6400.0 Macromedia Authorware Certification 140 (100.0)Microsoft Certification 61 82 21 (74.4)Microsoft Certified Professional Certification 69 10 4 (60.0)MOUS Certification 103 436 1278 193.1 Networking Cabling Sepcialist 10 16 60.0 Networking+ 1 43 4200.0 Novell Certification 49 52 57 9.6 OPAC Certification 13 0 30 0.0 Service Writing 8 (100.0)Student Network Technician 14 26 85.7 Warranty & Insurance 8 (100.0)Windows NT Service Certification 27 6 (100.0)

Windows NT Workstation Certification 30 2 (100.0)

Total Business Certifications Awarded 676 1439 2314 60.8%

Top Ten

District Number Name152-901 LUBBOCK ISD220-901 ARLINGTON ISD068-901 ECTOR COUNTY ISD057-907 DUNCANVILLE ISD227-901 AUSTIN ISD220-908 MANSFIELD ISD101-921 TOMBALL ISD165-901 MIDLAND ISD188-901 AMARILLO ISD108-913 WESLACO ISD

Business Education January 2003 DRAFT

Top School Districts forBusiness Certifications and Licensures

2001-2002

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ALDINE ISD AMARILLO ISD ANDREWS ISD ARCHER CITY ISD ARLINGTON ISD AUSTIN ISD BEAUMONT ISD BELLVILLE ISD BIRDVILLE ISD BORGER ISD BROWNSVILLE

ISD BUNA ISD BURLESON ISD BURNET CONS

ISD CALVIN NELMS

CHARTER HIGH SCHOOL

CARRIZO SPRINGS CONS ISD

CARROLLTON-FARMERS BRANCH ISD

CEDAR HILL ISD CHANNELVIEW

ISD CLEAR CREEK

ISD CLEBURNE ISD CLINT ISD COMFORT ISD COMO-PICKTON

CISD CONROE ISD CORPUS CHRISTI

ISD CRANDALL ISD CROSBY ISD CROWELL ISD CRYSTAL CITY

ISD CYPRESS-

FAIRBANKS ISD DECATUR ISD DEL VALLE ISD DENTON ISD

DUNCANVILLE ISD

EARLY ISD EAST CHAMBERS

ISD ECTOR COUNTY

ISD EDGEWOOD ISD EDGEWOOD ISD EL PASO ISD ELGIN ISD FLOUR BLUFF ISD FRENSHIP ISD FRIENDSWOOD

ISD FRISCO ISD FRUITVALE ISD FT STOCKTON

ISD GALENA PARK

ISD GALVESTON ISD GEORGETOWN

ISD GOOSE CREEK

CISD GRANBURY ISD GRAND PRAIRIE

ISD HARDIN-

JEFFERSON ISD HARLINGEN

CONS ISD HEMPHILL ISD HEREFORD ISD HIGHLAND PARK

ISD HOUSTON ISD HUGHES

SPRINGS ISD HUNTSVILLE ISD HURST-EULESS-

BEDFORD ISD IRVING ISD KATY ISD KELLER ISD KLEIN ISD LA PORTE ISD

LAKE TRAVIS ISD LANCASTER ISD LEANDER ISD LEVELLAND ISD LEWISVILLE ISD LONE OAK ISD LOS FRESNOS

CONS ISD LUBBOCK ISD LUFKIN ISD MANSFIELD ISD MCALLEN ISD MESQUITE ISD MIDLAND ISD MOUNT

PLEASANT ISD NAVARRO ISD NORTH EAST ISD NORTHSIDE ISD PALESTINE ISD PARIS ISD PLAINVIEW ISD PROSPER ISD RED OAK ISD RICHARDSON ISD RIO HONDO ISD ROCKDALE ISD SABINAL ISD SAN ANGELO ISD SAN ANTONIO

ISD SAN ELIZARIO

ISD SAN FELIPE-DEL

RIO CONS ISD SAN MARCOS

CONS ISD SEGUIN ISD SHALLOWATER

ISD SHINER ISD SOUTH SAN

ANTONIO ISD SPRING ISD SPRINGLAKE-

EARTH ISD

SULPHUR SPRINGS ISD

TEXAS YOUTH COMMISSION

TOM BEAN ISD TOMBALL ISD

Business Education January 2003 DRAFT

School Districts EarningBusiness Certifications and Licensures

2001-2002

School Districts EarningBusiness Certifications and Licensures

2001-2002 continued

28

TORNILLO ISD UNITED ISD UVALDE CONS

ISD

VICTORIA ISD WAXAHACHIE ISD WEATHERFORD

ISD

WESLACO ISD WILLS POINT ISD WYLIE ISD YSLETA ISD

Business Education Certifications and Licensures


CERTIFICATION DESCRIPTION CAREER/TECHCOURSE

WEB REFERENCE

A+ You must be able to install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair microcomputer hardware. You must have the basic knowledge of desktop and portable systems, basic networking concepts, and printers.

Basic Computer Technology (innovative)

Telecommunications and Networking

www.comptia.org

Adobe Certified Expert You must be able to use Frame Maker, Type Manager, templates and share files with other platforms. Must be able to plan, format, layout appropriate settings, paragraphs, and characters for a variety of documents.

BCIS IBCIS IIBIMM

www.adobe.com/support/salesdocs/8f02.htm


http://www.adobe.com/support/salesdocs/8f02.htm

http://www.adobe.com/support/salesdocs/8f02.htm

http://www.comptia.org/


WEB REFERENCE

C++ Students must possess the in-depth C and C++ skills needed to fully support development and maintenance. They must be able to produce efficient code.

Business Programming www.learningtree.com

CIW (Certified Internet Webmaster)

You must know the many, intricate parts of the Internet, from front-end programming to back-end hardware issues.

BCIS IIBIMMTelecommunications &

Networking

www.ciwcertified.com

CWD (Certified Web Designer)

You must be able to research, plan, and design web pages, including the integration of all foreground and background component factors.

BCIS II BIMMTelecommunications

and Networking

http://www.a-w-p.org/cert.htm

CWT (Certified Web Technician)

You must be able to build and maintain a Web presence, including responsibilities for administration, security networking infrastructure, and ongoing support.

BCIS IIBIMMTelecommunications

and Networking


Cisco CCNA You must be able to install, configure and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks.

Internetworking Technologies I & II (Innovative)


www.cisco.com


http://www.cisco.com/



http://www.ciwcertified.com/

http://www.learningtree.com/


WEB REFERENCE

Corel Certified Proficient User

You must be proficient in Corel Draw, Corel Photo-Paint, Corel Word Perfect, Quattro Pro, and/or Corel Presentations.

BCIS IBCIS IIAdministrative

Procedures

www.corel.com

Corel Certified Expert You should have an in-depth knowledge of Corel WordPerfect, Quattro Pro, and Presentations.

BCIS IBCIS IIAdministrative

Procedure e-Biz The exam measures

knowledge around the basic concepts, key issues and critical technologies of e-Business, supplying IT and business professionals with a foundation for contributing to e-Business solutions

e-Business Commerce (Innovative)

IC³ You must be able to understand basic concepts about computer hardware, software, networks and the Internet and demonstrate the ability to use a word processor and spreadsheet at a beginning level.


BCIS I

http://www.nivonet.com

i-Net Entry-level Internet and e-commerce technical professionals responsible for participating in the maintenance of Internet, Intranet and Extranet infrastructure and services as well as the development of Web-related applications.

Fundamentals of the Internet (Innovative)

http://www.comptia.org/certification/inetplus/index.htm

jCert Java Programmer Certification

The jCert Java Programmer training focuses on the proper use of the Java programming language to code and test applications, applets or servlets for the Java platform. Java Programmers utilize various features of Java, including language fundamentals, object-oriented design principles, execution threads and Java packages.

Business Computer Programming

http://suned.sun.com/US/certification/java/




http://www.nivonet.com/

http://www.corel.com/


WEB REFERENCE

Linux+ You must be able to use Linux products for user administration, network connections, scripting, web server applications, and drivers.


www.comptia.org

Macromedia Certified Dreamweaver Developer

You must have a thorough understanding of Dreamweaver applications, Web page design, Web page authoring, and supporting technologies

Business Image Management and Multimedia

e-Commerce

www.macromedia.com

Microsoft http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices.html

MOUS Measures and validates users’ skills with the Microsoft Office suite of desktop productivity applications (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint®, Microsoft Access and Microsoft Outlook®).

BCIS I & II www.mous.net

MCP You must be able to demonstrate expertise with a particular Microsoft product. You must pass one certification exam that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise.


CNA (Certified Novell Administrator)

You must be able to set up user workstations, manage users and resources in a network environment, execute network applications and share software resources, install and configure print servers, set up printing, automate access to the network, customize and optimize the desktop, handle routine software maintenance, monitor network performance.



http://www.novell.com/education/certinfo/

Network+ You must be able to demonstrate entry-level knowledge of network technologies.

Networking Essentials (Innovative)


Business Support Systems


http://www.comptia.org/certification/inetplus/index.html

OPAC (Office Proficiency

You must be proficient in keyboarding

BCIS IBCIS II

http://www.notjustsurveys.com/HR/opac.htm








http://www.mous.net/

http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices.html

http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices.html

http://www.macromedia.com/

http://www.comptia.org/


WEB REFERENCE

Assessment and Certification)

speed/accuracy, word processing , grammar, spelling, punctuation, filing, financial recordkeeping/ basic math, spreadsheet and database applications.

Administrative Procedures

Oracle Certified Database Associate

You must be able to create a database, manage a storage structure, data storage, and security. You must also be able to perform database backups and recovery and other database structure and technique components.

Fundamentals of Database (Innovative)

Database Programming (Innovative)Business Programming

http://www.oracle.com/education/certification

Server+ You must be knowledgeable with advanced PC hardware issues such as RAID, SCSI, multiple CPUs, SANs and more.


Networking Essentials (Innovative)

www.comptia.org


A+ Certification

PROGRAM Basic Computer Technology

DESCRIPTION You must be able to install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot, and repair microcomputer hardware. In addition, you must have the basic knowledge of desktop and portable systems, basic networking concepts and printers.

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach Basic Computer Technology as an innovative course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the Basic Computer Technology course must:1. hold a valid secondary certificate (any area)2. demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies

(deemed necessary by the local district) to enroll in training to teach the course

3. upon completion of the training (by the appropriate organization), the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course

TRAINING The student analyses various types of configurations and upgrading. The student is expected to:

A. Identify basic terms, concepts and functions of system modules

B. Demonstrate basic procedures for adding and removing field replicable modules

C. Compare and contrast available IRQs, DMAs, and I/O addresses and procedures for configuring them for device installation

D. Examine common peripheral ports, associated cabling, and their connectors

E. Demonstrate procedures for installing and configuring IDE/EIDE devices, SCIS devices, and peripheral devices

F. Identify concepts and procedures relating to BIOSG. Analyze hardware methods of system optimization

and when to use themH. Develop the technology skills to diagnose, repair, and

maintain computer systems. The student is expected to:

I. Analyze common symptoms and problems associated with each module and isolate the problem

J. Compare and contrast procedures and devices for protecting against environmental hazards and required special disposal procedures


K. Examine the potential hazards and proper safety procedures relating to lasers and high-voltage equipment

L. Outline and discuss ESD (Electrostatic Discharge) precautions and procedures

M. Distinguish between the popular CPU chips in terms of their basic characteristics

N. Investigate the most popular type of motherboards, their components, and their architecture

O. Summarize the purpose of CMOS, what it contains and how to change its basic parameters

P. Discuss the categories of RAM terminology, their locations, and physical characteristics

Q. Possess technology skills to manage printers, portable systems and networks.

R. Explain and demonstrate the basic concepts of printers, printer operations, and printer components

S. Investigate the types of printer connections and configurations

T. Outline and discuss the exclusive components of portable systems and their unique problems

U. Analyze the basic networking concepts, including how a network operates

V. Demonstrate procedures for swapping and configuring network interface cards

W. Explain the ramifications of repairs on the network.

TESTING PREREQUISISTE None

EXAM/FEE $40 - $190 for testing


Adobe Certified Expert

PROGRAM Business Image Management and Multimedia, Business Computer Information Systems I & II

DESCRIPTION You must have general knowledge of Adobe Frame Maker including book building, document formatting and handling characters, page layout and settings, TOC and index building, and multi-channel output.

REGULATORY Adobe

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information may be covered as part of the TEKS in the BIMM, BCIS I and BCIS II Business Courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching BCIS I or BCIS II course must:1. Hold a valid secondary certificate 2. Be certified in Business Education

TRAINING Students will receive training as part of the curriculum for the listed courses.

TESTING PREREQUISISTES None

EXAM/FEE $150


C++ Programming Certified Professional

PROGRAM Business Programming

DESCRIPTION Students must possess the in depth C and C++ skills they need to fully support development and maintenance. They must be able to produce efficient code that achieves business goals.

REGULATORY Learning Tree International

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information may be covered as part of the TEKS in the Business Programming business course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Business Programming course must:3. Hold a valid secondary certificate 4. Be certified in Business Education

TRAINING Students will receive training as part of the curriculum for the listed courses.A. Make full use of the programming features of C and C++B. Write, compile and execute Standard C programsC. Read and write complex data-structure descriptionsD. Declare, use and distinguish variables, constants, arrays, pointers and referencesE. Use C++ programming environments and toolsF. Design and implement efficient object-oriented solutions using C++G. Improve C++ code quality and reusability with design patterns and proven idioms


EXAM/FEE $105


Certified Cisco Network Associate

PROGRAM Internetworking Technologies I & II, Telecommunications and Networking

DESCRIPTION You must be able to install, configure and operate LAN, WAN, and dial access services for small networks.

REGULATORY Cisco; renew every three years

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach Internetworking I and II as innovative courses.

Telecommunications and Networking does not require innovative course approval, but you must teach the TEKS of the course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the Internetworking Technologies course must:1. Hold a valid secondary certificate (any area)2. Demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies

(deemed necessary by the local district) to enroll in training to teach the course.

3. Upon completion of the training, the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the courses

The teacher must be certified to teach the software used in the lab.

TRAINING The student assesses the development of Local Area Network management and design.

A. Develop the required IPX address and encapsulation type.

B. Select the IPX protocol and configure interfaces.C. Investigate the advantages of LAN segmentation.D. Compare two switching methods.E. Evaluate full- and half-duplex cabling operations.F. Discuss network congestion problem in cabling

networks.G. Compare and contrast between cut-through and

store-and-forward LAN switching.H. Interpret the benefits of virtual LANs.

I. The student demonstrates the concepts and skills necessary to design and manage an advanced network.

1. Differentiate between the following WAN services: LAPB, frame relay, ISDN/LAPD, HDLC, PPP, and DDR and other WAN protocols and services.


2. Apply commands to monitor Frame Relay operation in the router.

3. Investigate PPP operations to encapsulate WAN data on routers.


EXAM/FEE prices start at $100


Certified Internet Webmaster

PROGRAM BCIS II, BIMM, Telecommunications and Networking

DESCRIPTION You must know the many intricate parts of the internet from front-end programming to back-end hardware issues.

REGULATORY CIW

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information may be covered as part of the TEKS in the BCIS II, BIMM, and Telecommunications and Networking courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching BCIS II, BIMM, and Telecommunications and Networking courses must be secondary Business certified.

TRAINING The student will have basic knowledge in the following elements:

A. Overview of the InternetB. Browsing the World Wide WebC. Electronic MailD. Objects, Plug-ins, and ViewersE. SecurityF. E-CommerceG. FTP, Newsgroups, and TelnetH. Search EnginesI. Introduction to Web Page AuthoringJ. HTMLK. Horizontal rules and Graphical ElementsL. HyperlinksM. TablesN. FormsO. Image TechniquesP. FramesQ. HTML GUI EditorsR. Introduction to NetworkingS. Networking ProtocolsT. LANS and WANSU. TCP/IP V. Internetworking Servers


EXAM/FEE Check with VUE or Prometric Testing Centers


Certified Microsoft Professional

PROGRAM Telecommunications and Networking

DESCRIPTION You must be able to demonstrate expertise with a particular Microsoft product, you must pass one certification exam that provides a valid and reliable measure of technical proficiency and expertise.

MCP+I MCDBA MCSE MCSE+I

REGULATORY Microsoft

PROGRAM APPROVAL Telecommunications and Networking does not require the innovative course approval but the TEKS of the course must be taught.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Telecommunication and Networking must be secondary Business certified.

TRAINING The Microsoft Windows 2000 exams The student is expected to:A. Analyzing Business Requirements

1. Analyze the scope of a project by using such a aids as usage scenarios, story boards, human-factors analysis, workflow process, event response, and joint application development (JAD).

2. Analyze the extent of a business requirement. Considerations include integration with payment systems and banking networks.

3. Analyze security requirements. 4. Analyze performance requirements, including

capacity planning. 5. Analyze maintainability requirements. 6. Analyze extensibility requirements. 7. Analyze availability requirements.

Considerations include hours of operation and impact of downtime.

8. Analyze human-factors requirements, including target audience, localization, accessibility, roaming users, Help, and special needs.

9. Analyze the requirements for integrating a solution with existing applications.

10. Analyze existing methodologies and limitations of a business.

11. Analyze scalability requirements. B. Defining the Technical Architecture for a Solution


1. Identify which technologies are appropriate for implementation of a given business solution. Examples of technologies include data access technologies and payment technologies.

2. Test the feasibility of a proposed technical architecture.

C. Developing the Conceptual and Logical Design 1. Construct a conceptual design that is based

on a variety of scenarios and that includes context, workflow process, task sequence, and physical environment models.

2. Given a conceptual design, apply the principles of modular design to derive the components and services of the logical design.

3. Incorporate business rules into application design.

D. Designing a User Interface and User Services 1. Identify the logical sequence of flow for the

user interface for a given solution. 2. Identify input validation procedures that

should be integrated into the user interface. 3. Evaluate methods of providing online user

assistance, such as status bars, ToolTips, and Help files.

4. Construct a prototype user interface that is based on business requirements, user interface guidelines, and the organization's standards.

5. Establish the appropriate type of output. Types of output include paper-based report, HTML, screen, disk, and data exported to other applications.

E. Deriving the Physical Design 1. Assess the potential impact of the logical

design on performance, maintainability, extensibility, scalability, availability, and security.

2. Evaluate whether access to a database should be encapsulated in an object.

3. Design the properties, methods, and events of components.

F. Establishing the Development Environment 1. Install and configure Microsoft Visual

SourceSafe. 2. Install and configure Microsoft Site Server 3.0,

Commerce Edition. G. Creating User Services

1. Process user input from a form or a dialog box by loading data into an object.

2. Use the Microsoft Wallet control on the user interface.

3. Create dynamic Web pages by using ASP.4. Integrate a Commerce site with an existing

Web site. 5. Provide a personalized interface for users that

is based on user profiles or group membership. 6. Use AUO to provide a personalized interface.


7. Use StandardSManager to provide a personalized interface.

8. Display data from a data source. Examples of data include user data, product data, and order information.

9. Create and modify Manager pages. 10. Instantiate and invoke a COM component.

COM components include server objects, the Ad Server object, and pipeline components.

11. Implement error handling in the code for the user interface.

12. Enable a Commerce site to send e-mail messages.

13. Create a Web page that is dynamically constructed from data in a database.

14. Add product-search capabilities to a Commerce site.

B. Creating and Managing Components and Pipelines 1. Write a pipeline component that implements

business rules or logic. 2. Add error handling to pipeline components.3. Log errors into the System event log. 4. Debug a pipeline component. 5. Create a pipeline component that supports

various threading models. 6. Add and remove components in a standard

pipeline. 7. Create a new pipeline. 8. Add and remove stages. 9. Add components based on business

requirements. 10. Instantiate a pipeline that participates in a

transaction. 11. Localize pipeline component error messages.

C. Creating Data Services 1. Use OLE DB, ODBC, and ADO to access or

manipulate a data source. 2. Access data. 3. Handle database errors. 4. Write SQL statements that retrieve and modify

data. D. Testing the Solution

1. Create a test plan that includes disaster recovery, scalability, load balancing, and capacity planning.

2. Create test scripts. Test scripts include InetMonitor 3.0 and Microsoft Visual Basic 5.0 or later.

3. Execute the test plan. 4. Publish a Commerce site to a staging server.5. Test a Commerce site on various browsers. 6. Test localization of components.

E. Deploying a Web Application 1. Publish and distribute Commerce sites by

using Commerce Site Packager.


2. Replicate Web content and components across multiple servers by using the Microsoft Site Server Content Deployment Service (CDS).

3. Establish mechanisms for updating content on a Web site.

F. Managing Access to a Commerce Site 1. Control access to data and objects on a

Commerce site. 2. Administer user access to a Commerce site.3. Use Membership to allow different levels of

access. 4. Administer client-side certificates by using

Membership Server. 5. Maintain secured communication for a

Commerce site. G. Maintaining and Supporting an Application

1. Fix errors, and take measures to prevent future errors.

2. Adapt a Commerce site to new browser technology.


EXAM/FEE Contact a VUE or Prometric testing center


Certified Novell Administrator

PROGRAM Internetworking Technologies I & II, Telecommunications and Networking

DESCRIPTION You will be able to provide companies direct support for software users in various work environments by specializing in one or more of the following CNA tracks:

NetWare 5 intraNetWare NetWare 3 GroupWise 5 GroupWise 4

REGULATORY Novell

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach Internetworking Technologies I & I as innovative courses.

Telecommunications and Networking does not require the innovative course approval but the TEKS of the course must be taught.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Networking Essentials course must:1. Hold a valid secondary teaching certificate (any area)2. Demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies


3. Upon completion of the training, the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course


Teachers teaching Telecommunication and Networking must be secondary Business certified.

TRAINING The student is expected to:A. Set up user workstations B. Manage users and resources in a network

environmentC. Execute network applications and share software

resourcesD. Install and configure print serversE. Set up printing F. Automate access to the networkG. Customize and optimize the desktopH. Handle routine software maintenanceI. Monitor network performance



EXAM/FEE Contact a VUE or Prometric testing center


Certified Web Designer


DESCRIPTION You must be able to research, plan, and design web pages, including the integration of all foreground and background components factors. It is expected that the Certified Web Designer will be able to perform these tasks with limited assistance, and will remain cognizant of common standards as well as emerging trends and technologies.

REGULATORY AWP



TRAINING The student will:A. Write HTMLB. Lay out Components of Web PageC. Design Web FlowD. Create Site ArchitectureE. Collaborative Web Site DevelopmentF. Integrate Scripting CodesG. Troubleshoot ProgrammingH. Select and Use Appropriate MediaI. Layout Color and TypefaceJ. Beta Testing on SiteK. Organize Files and Prepare for TranslationL. Choose Appropriate PlatformM. Manage FTPN. Load Site on ServerO. Use Graphics Package for 2D

ImageryP. Use Graphics Package for Photo EnhancementQ. Optimize Graphics for the WebR. Convert Between Image File FormatsS. Integrate Audience Considerations into Site DesignT. Prepare StoryboardU. Grab Attention to Web SiteV. Design Interaction FlowW. Create a Constant Visual "Look and Feel" for the

SiteX. Integrate Design ConceptsY. Gather, Select, Organize, and Prepare Information

for InclusionZ. Make Site EntertainingAA. Generate Repeat Visitors


BB. Differentiate Client SiteCC. Plan Site for Display compatibilityDD. Integrate Web Site into Traditional Advertising

OrganizationEE. Perform Needs AnalysisFF. Quantify What the Client Wants in a Web PresenceGG. Manage TimeHH. Develop Internal Communications StrategyII. Deal with Changes and Explain Implications.JJ. Develop Interpersonal Skills.KK. Resolve ConflictsLL. Work Within a TeamMM. Create and Optimize Elements and Embed

Multimedia for the Web.


EXAM/FEE Fees start at $150


Certified Web Technician


DESCRIPTION The AWP Certified Web Technician is an individual who is qualified to build and maintain a Web presence, including, but not limited to, responsibilities for administration, security networking infrastructure, and ongoing support. The AWP Certified Web Technician is expected to be able to perform these tasks with limited assistance from product documentation, peers, and vendor support.

REGULATORY AWP



TRAINING The student will:

A. Maintain personal currency with network technologiesB. Recommend environmental standards

C. Connect to a local networkD. Maintain DNSE. Obtain domain nameF. Connect Local Area Net to the InternetG. Implement securityH. Set up server hardwareI. Set up Web server softwareJ. Monitor server performance K. Verify HTTP Daemon behaviorL. Maintain web server software and

extensionsM. Establish virtual hostingN. Maintain virtual hostingO. Publish content to WebP. Maintain user stateQ. Troubleshoot a client HTML pageR. Create scriptsS. Integrate database capabilityT. Mirror content across sitesU. Register site with search enginesV. Analyze network traffic and monitor

networkConnectivity

W. Manage Web trafficX. Maintain security of content transfer

from browser to server


Y. Respond to e-mail problemsZ. Support FTP and mail serverAA. Perform disaster recoveryBB. Perform training




Corel Certified Expert

PROGRAM BCIS I, BCIS II, Administrative Procedures

DESCRIPTION You must have in-depth knowledge of Corel Word Perfect, Corel Quattro Pro, and/or Corel Presentations.

REGULATORY Corel

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information may be covered as part of the TEKS in the BCIS I, BCIS II, and/or Administrative Procedure courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the BCIS I & BCIS II courses must be secondary Business certified.

Teachers teaching Administrative Procedures must also have Office Education certification plus two years of business work experience.

TRAINING Students will be able to utilize the advanced functions of Corel Word Perfect, Corel Quattro Pro, and/or Corel Presentations.


EXAM/FEE There is an additional $50 application fee for each certification sought, in addition to the exam fee.


Corel Certified Proficient User


DESCRIPTION You must be proficient in the use of Corel Word Perfect, Corel Quattro Pro, Corel Draw, Corel Photo-Paint, and/or Corel Presentations.

REGULATORY Corel

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information may be covered as part of the TEKS in the BCIS I, BCIS II, and/or Administrative Procedure courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the BCIS I & BCIS II courses must be secondary Business certified.


TRAINING Students will be able to utilize the basic functions of Corel Word Perfect, Corel Quattro Pro, Corel Draw, Corel Photo-Paint, and/or Corel Presentations.


EXAM/FEE There is an additional $50 application fee for each certification sought in addition to the exam fee.


e-Biz

PROGRAM e-Business Commerce (Innovative Course)

DESCRIPTION The exam measures knowledge around the basic concepts, key issues and critical technologies of e-Business, supplying IT and business professionals with a foundation for contributing to e-Business solutions

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have Texas Education Agency approval to teach the e-Business Commerce innovative course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the e-Commerce course must:1. Hold a valid secondary certificate (any area)2. Demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies


3. Upon completion of the training (by the appropriate organization), the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course

TRAINING Students will be able to:A. Identify and understand fundamental terms and

concepts used in e-businessB. Recognize and explain the current types of e-

business models being applied today and contrast them to past business models and the history of e-business

C. Recognize the evolution of e-business, best practices and processes demonstrated by e-business leaders

D. Recognize the important strategic planning factors to be considered when launching e-business initiatives

E. Recognize key factors relating to strategic marketing considerations as they relate to launching an e-business initiative

F. Recognize key factors relating to legal and regulatory considerations when planning e-business solutions

G. Recognize and understand the basic principles and processes involved with implementing an e-business initiative

H. Identify and understand the types of e-business IT projects currently being implemented

I. Demonstrate an awareness of deployment and support considerations needed to sustain the key business processes that may be affected by an e-business implementation

J. Recognize and understand fundamental aspects of supply chain management in the e-business paradigm


K. Recognize and understand the value of client/user interface designs and its affect on business relationships

L. Recognize and understand fundamental volume and performance monitoring issues in e-business

M. Recognize and understand fundamental network application technology concepts and their affects on e-business implementations

N. Recognize and understand fundamental concepts and terms concerning network and information security as it relates to implementing an e-business solution

O. Recognize and understand fundamental concepts concerning e-business technology performance and maintenance to support an e-Business solution

P. Recognize and understand fundamental concepts relating to data management and usage in supporting e-business technology solutions


EXAM/FEE $140 - $190


IC3 Certification

PROGRAM Telecommunications and Networking, BCIS I

DESCRIPTION The Internet and Computing Core Certification program is a global, validated, standards-based training and certification program for basic computing and Internet literacy. It provides specific guidelines for the knowledge and skills required for basic use of computer hardware, software, networks, and the Internet. The certification training and final award requires the successful completion of three online tests:

Computing Fundamentals (computer hardware, software and operating systems)

Key Applications (word processing and spreadsheet functions)

Living Online (networking & internet, electronic mail, using the internet)

REGULATORY Certiport, National Skills Standard Board

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information is covered in the TEKS of the Telecommunications and Networking and BCIS II courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Telecommunications and Networking or BCIS II course must be secondary Business certified.

TRAINING The student learns essentials about computer hardware, software, networks and the Internet and receives training on using a word processor and spreadsheet at a beginner level. Additional training on using a presentation and database program at a beginner level is necessary for an IC³Plus certification. The student is expected to:

A. Identify different types of computers, how computers work (process information), and how individual computers fit into larger systems

B. Identify the function of computer hardware components, common problems associated with the components, and how computer performance is affected by the components

C. Identify the factors that go into a decision on how to purchase a computer or select a computer for work or school

D. Identify how software works and how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks

E. Identify different types of software, the tasks for which each type of software is most suited, and the popular programs in each software category

F. Identify what an operating system is and how it worksG. Be able to manipulate and control the Windows

desktop, files and disks


H. Be able to change system settings and install software

I. Be able to start and exit a Windows application, and utilize sources of online help

J. Identify common on-screen elements of Windows applications, change application settings, and manage files within an application

K. Perform common editing, formatting, and printing functions

L. Be able to add tables and graphics to a documentM. Be able to modify worksheet data as well as sort and

manipulate data using formulas and functionsN. Identify network fundamentals and the benefits and

risks of network computing as well as the relationship between computer networks and other communications networks

O. Identify how electronic mail works and how to use itP. Identify the appropriate use of e-mail and e-mail

related "netiquette"Q. Be able to use a Web browsing applicationR. Identify different types of information sources on the

Internet and be able to search for the informationS. Identify how computers are used in different areas of

work, school and homeT. Identify the risks of using computer hardware and

softwareU. Identify how to use the Internet safely and legally


EXAM/FEE $25 - $30 per exam (three exams required for certification)


i-Net Certification

PROGRAM Fundamentals of the Internet (Innovative Course)

DESCRIPTION I-Net is an entry-level Internet certification program that tests baseline technical knowledge of Internet, Intranet and Extranet technologies, independent of specific Internet-related career roles. Learning objectives and domains examined include Internet basics, Internet clients, development, networking, security and business concepts

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach fundamentals of the Internet as an innovative course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the fundamentals of the Internet course must:1. Hold a valid secondary certificate (any area)2. Demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies


3. Upon completion of the training (by the appropriate organization), the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course

TRAINING Students must be able to:

A. Describe a URL, its functions and components, different types of URLs and use of the appropriate type of URL to access a given type of server

B. Identify the issues that affect Internet site functionality (performance, security and reliability)

C. Describe the concept of caching and its implications

D. Describe different types of search indexes –static index/site map, keyword index, full text index

E. Describe the infrastructure needed to support an Internet client

F. Describe the use of Web browsers and carious clients (FTP clients, Tel net clients, email clients, all-in-one clients/universal clients) within a given context of use

G. Explain the issues to consider when configuring the desktop

H. Describe MIME types and their componentsI. Identify problems related to legacy clients (TCP/IP

sockets and their implication on the operating system)


J. Explain the function of patches and updates to client software and associated problems

K. Describe the advantages and disadvantages of using a cookie and how to set cookies

L. Define programming-related terms as they relate to Internet applications development

M. Describe the differences between popular client-side and server-side programming languages

N. Describe the differences between a relational database and a non-relational database

O. Identify when to integrate a database with a web site and the technologies used to connect the two

P. Demonstrate the ability to create HTML pagesQ. Identify popular multimedia extensions or plug-insR. Describe the uses and benefits of various

multimedia file formatsS. Describe the process of pre-launch

site/application functionality testingT. Describe the core components of the current

Internet infrastructure and how they relate to each other

U. Identify problems with Internet connectivity from source to destination for various types of servers

V. Describe internet domain names and DNSW. Describe the nature, purpose, and operational

essentials of TCP/IPX. Describe the purpose of remote access protocolsY. Describe how various protocols or services apply

to the function of a mail system, Web system, and file transfer system

Z. Describe when to use various diagnostic tools for identifying and resolving Internet problems

AA. Describe hardware and software connection devices and their uses

BB. Describe various types of Internet bandwidth technologies (link types).

CC. Describe the purpose of various servers—what they are, their functionality, and features

DD. Define the following internet security concepts: access, control, encryption, auditing and authentication, and provide appropriate types of technologies currently available for each

EE. Describe VPN and what it doesFF. Describe access security features for an Internet

serverGG. Explain the issues involved in copyrighting, trade

marking, and licensingHH. Identify the issues related to working in a global

environmentII. Define e-commerce terms and concepts


EXAM/FEE $84 - $190 for testing


jCert Java Programmer Certification

PROGRAM Business Computer Programming

DESCRIPTION The jCert Java Programmer training focuses on the proper use of the Java programming language to code and test applications, applets or servlets for the Java platform. Java Programmers utilize various features of Java, including language fundamentals, object-oriented design principles, execution threads and Java packages.

REGULATORY Sun or IBM

PROGRAM APPROVAL Business Computer Programming (with emphasis on Java programming language) can be offered as part of any approved Business Education program in the secondary schools of Texas. No special approval is required to offer the course since it is already approved by the State Board of Education.

INSTRUCTOR The teacher assigned to teach the Java programming language should be a certified Business Education teacher with appropriate training and/or certification in Java programming.

TRAINING Students will study core concepts and skills required to perform the following Java language components:A. Declarations and access controlB. Flow control and exception handlingC. Language fundamentalsD. Operators and assignmentsE. Overloading, overriding, runtime type and object

orientationF. ThreadsG. The java.awt, java.lang and java.util packages

TESTING PREREQUISITES Students can prepare for the certification exam by attending training and/or using study materials recommended by the certifying organization (Sun or IBM). Note that the jCert Java Programmer core exam requirement can be fulfilled by passing only one core jCert job-role exam offered by multiple jCert member organizations.

EXAM FEE Varies by multiple exam publishers.


Linux+ Certification

PROGRAM Internetworking Technologies

DESCRIPTION Linux+ certification is a vendor-neutral certification program testing Linux knowledge and skills. Objectives include:

user administration connecting to a network scripting Apache web server applications drivers (installation, updating, and removing);

basic troubleshooting

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information is covered in the TEKS of the Telecommunication and Networking course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Telecommunication and Networking course must be secondary Business certified.


A. Have basic knowledge of network protocolsB. Install, verify and remove packages and patchesC. Is aware of basic system security procedures and

best practicesD. Understand the login environment and shell

commandsE. Understand services, processes, process

management, and environmentF. Navigates basic file system structureG. Locate, install, and configure drivers when new

hardware is addedH. Describe the relationship among the various

components of the operating systemI. Understand when and why to recompile the kernel

and how to add modules and edit text filesJ. Understand basic Linux printing tasks including

adding, removing, and configuring local and/or remote printers

K. Understand basic troubleshooting techniques and uses resources available to support troubleshooting

L. Install and configure Xfree86 and X-WINDOW on a local system on supported hardware

M. Install Linux on a local system with supported hardware

H. Navigate a GUI interface running KDE or GNOMEI. Locate resources on the Internet


TESTING PREREQUISISTES Six months of experience is recommended

EXAM/FEE $140


Macromedia Certified Dreamweaver Developer

PROGRAM Business Image Management and Multimediae-Commerce

DESCRIPTION You must have a thorough understanding of Dreamweaver applications, Web page design, Web page authoring, and supporting technologies.

REGULATORY Macromedia

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information is covered in the TEKS of the BIMM course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching the BIMM course must be secondary Business certified.


A. Design, Project Requirements and Usability Techniques1. Optimize use of Macromedia Dreamweaver

integrated functions including; framesets, templates, library items, consistency of Page.

2. Use layers of page layout3. Use graphics and rich media4. Familiarity with W3C standards and accessibility

standards5. Targeting browsers for consistency in page

delivery6. Developing to client specifications7. Integrating with existing development

environments8. Importing external content9. Hand coding CSS (Cascading Style Sheets)10. Using Extensions11. Developing site navigation12. Basic user interface principles13. Building scalable sites14. Asset Management15. Naming conventions (Unix and Windows)

B. Coding and Implementation1. Creating and using templates, forms, CSS,

framesets, libraries and extensions and Meta information

2. Using Behaviors3. Building pages including linking, adding text,

adding images, table editing, reusing layouts effectively and image maps.

4. Use Dreamweaver interface including customizing Dreamweaver, object panel, assets panel,


property inspector, tag selector and customizing the site window.

5. Knowledge of target browsers and platforms and variations.

6. Using design notes and comments7. Using check in-check out effectively8. Using coding including reference panel, split view,

JavaScript debugger, and code navigation.C. Solution Testing, Deployment and Maintenance

1. Recognize critical procedures to conduct testing and quality assurance including link check, size reports, browser sizing, enhancing usability, transferring files to servers, downloading time testing, and updating site files to a remote server.

2. Recognize critical considerations to maintain and manage web sites including site maintenance; ability to use “find and replace”; propagate changes and corrections across an entire site; transfer files from staging server to live server; appropriate content abstraction for updating; managing assets, links and files for a site; regular expressions, and updating reusable components.


EXAM/FEE Start at $100


Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) Certification

PROGRAM BCIS I & BCIS II

DESCRIPTION You must be able to comprehend the Microsoft desktop applications and use their advanced features and your ability to integrate them with other software applications.

Candidates must successfully complete any ONE of the Core examinations and will receive a certification for each examination passed. To receive and Expert Certification the student must pass all five applications.

REGULATORY Microsoft

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information is covered in the TEKS of the BCIS I and BCIS II courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching BCIS I or BCIS II course must be secondary Business certified

TRAINING For the Word 2000 Exam students must be able to:

A. Work with Text B. Work with ParagraphsC. Work with DocumentsD. Manage FilesE. Use Tables

F. Work with Pictures and Charts

Excel 2000

A. Work with CellsB. Work with FilesC. Format WorksheetsD. Page Setup and PrintingE. Work with Worksheets and WorkbooksF. Work with Formulas and Functions

Power Point 2000

A. Create a PresentationB. Modify a PresentationC. Work with TextD. Work with Visual Elements


E. Custom a PresentationF. Create OutputG. Deliver a PresentationH. Manage Files

Access 2000

A. Plan and Design DatabasesB. Work with AccessC. Build and Modify TablesD. Build and Modify FormsE. View and Organize InformationF. Define RelationshipsG. Produce ReportsH. Integrate with Other ApplicationsI. Use Access Tools

Microsoft Outlook 2000

A. Manage MailB. Manage MessagesC. Manage CalendarD. Navigate and Use Outlook 2000 EffectivelyE. Use ContactsF. Use TasksG. Integrate Microsoft Office Applications and

Other Applications with Outlook 2000 Components

J. Use Notes


EXAM/FEE $40 and up per exam


Network+

PROGRAM Networking Essentials, Telecommunications and Networking

DESCRIPTION You must have knowledge in the area of network repair and technical support.

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach Networking Essentials as an innovative course.

Telecommunications and Networking does not require innovative course approval but the TEKS of the course must be taught.



3. Upon completion of the training, the district will ensure the teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course.


Teachers teaching Telecommunication and Networking must be secondary Business certified.

TRAINING The student analyzes various types of configurations and upgrading. The student is expected to:

A. Demonstrate an understanding of basic network structure

B. Identify major network operating systemsC. Associate IPX, IP, and NetBEUI with their functionsD. Explain basic terms, concepts and functionsE. Define the layers of the OSI model and identify the

protocols, services, and functions that pertain to each layer

F. Recognize and describe the networking media and connectors

G. Identify the basic attributes, purpose, and function of network elements

H. Selects an appropriate course of action if a client workstation does not connect to the network after installation or replacing a network interface card

I. Identify the use of network components and their differences

J. Describe the data link layer


K. Explain the routing and network layer conceptsL. Explain the distinction between connectionless and

connection transportM. Demonstrate knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentalsN. Demonstrate knowledge of fundamental concepts of

TCP/IP addressingO. Describe TCP/IP configuration conceptsJ. Explain how and when to use the TCP/IP utilities to

test, validate, and troubleshoot IP connectivityK. Specify the elements of dial-up networkingL. Identify good practices to ensure network security

The student develops technology skills to implement the installation of the network. The student is expected to:A. Demonstrate awareness that administrative and test

accounts, passwords, IP addresses, IP configurations, and relevant SOPs must be obtained prior to network implementation

B. Explain the impact of environmental factors on computer networks

C. Recognize visually common peripheral ports, external SCSI and common network components

D. Demonstrate in an installation scenario awareness of compatibility and cabling issues

E. Identify the kinds of test documentation that are available regarding vendor's patches, fixes and upgrades

F. Demonstrate awareness of standard backup procedures and backup media storage practices

G. Identify the steps in a systematic approach to identifying the extent of a network problem and select the appropriate next step

H. Identify the steps as a systematic approach to determine whether a problem is attributable to the operator or the system and select the next step

I. Given a network troubleshooting scenario, demonstrate awareness of the need to check for physical and logical indicators of trouble

J. Given a network problem scenario, including symptoms, determine the most likely cause of the problem based on the available information and select the most appropriate course of action based on the inference

K. Specify the tools that are commonly used to resolve network equipment problems

TESTING PREREQUISISTES A+ Certification recommended



Office Proficiency Assessment Certification


DESCRIPTION You must be proficient in basic clerical computer skills.

REGULATORY NCS

PROGRAM APPROVAL This information is covered as part of the TEKS in the BCIS I, BCIS II and/or Administrative Procedures courses.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching BCIS I and/or BCIS II courses must be secondary Business certified.


TRAINING Students will be able to:

A. Keyboard with speed and accuracy

B. Word process using Word Perfect of Microsoft Word

C. Use correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, etc.

D. Manage records

E. Keep basic financial records

F. Use basic math skills for calculations

G. Use spreadsheet and database applications

H. Accurately in put data

I. Basic 10 key skills


EXAM/FEE This is a self-administered examination. The software costs approximately $350 and up.


Oracle Certified Database Associate

PROGRAM Business Programming (Innovative)Fundamentals of Database (Innovative)Database Programming

DESCRIPTION You must be able to create a database, manage a storage structure, data storage, and security. You must also be able to perform database backups and recovery and other database structure and technique components.

REGULATORY Oracle

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach /fundamentals of Database and Database Programming as innovative courses.

Business Programming does not require the innovative course approval, but you must teach the TEKS of the course.

INSTRUCTOR Teachers teaching Fundamentals of Database or Database Programming must:

1. Hold a valid secondary teaching certificate (any area)2. Demonstrate sufficient technology proficiencies


3. Upon completion of the training, the district willensure teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course.


Teachers teaching Business Programming must hold a secondary Business teaching certificate.


A. Have an introductory knowledge of Oracle SQL and PL/SQL1. Perform basic SELECT Statements2. DML and DDL3. PL/SQL basics4. Data retrieval techniques


B. Have basic database administration knowledge1. Manage and instance2. Create a database3. Manage storage structures4. Manage data storage5. Manage security

C. Have basic backup and recovery knowledge1. Perform recoveries and backups2. Backup and recovery troubleshooting

D. Have basic knowledge in performance tuning1. Perform tuning architecture and strategy2. Memory I/O and contention3. Optimize sorts and minimize contention

E. Have basic knowledge in network administration1. Basic configuration2. Additional configuration and troubleshooting


EXAM/FEE Fees range from $40 for the Beta version to $125


Server+

PROGRAM Networking Essentials

DESCRIPTION You must be knowledgeable with advanced PC hardware issues, such as RAID, SCSI, multiple CPUs, SANs - and more.

REGULATORY Comptia

PROGRAM APPROVAL You must have approval from the Texas Education Agency to teach this as an innovative course.



3. Upon completion of the training, the district willensure teachers have appropriate technology knowledge and skills to teach the course.



A. Have in-depth knowledge of servers, including working knowledge of troubleshooting, physical security and disaster recovery. Can recover from a server failure

B. Ensure high availability by meeting the Service Level Agreement requirements, including proactively recognizing and responding to problems and performing recovery

C. Have thorough working knowledge of hardware configuration and network connectivity. Includes the ability to perform problem determination for all aspects of the server (hardware, software, networking)

D. Install and configure server hardware to meet application requirements

E. Implement current and emerging data storage and transfer technologies such as SCSI and, RAID

F. Have a thorough working knowledge of networking protocols (e.g., TCP/IP, IPX/SPX, SNMP, DMI) for diagnosing the impact of the network on the server and vice versa

G. Provide support, including second level support for resellers and end-users

H. Perform maintenance on server systems, data storage subsystems, and network devices


I. Have good planning and integration skills to be able to Upgrade a server without impacting network users Increase storage capacity without impacting network users Design and implement a data recovery plan in the event of a network device failure Perform peripheral upgrades, BIOS upgrades, memory upgrades, processor upgrades, mass storage upgrades, and adapter upgrades

J. Demonstrate high levels of leadership through mentoring and training others in server concepts and operations.

TESTING PREREQUISISTES Novell CNA or Microsoft MCP are recommended

