Program offerings, requirements and procedures are subject to revision. Please check this site periodically for updates and request a copy of the fall 2001 course catalog by calling (718) 960-8512.

Microsoft certification is an industry-recognized credential preparing students to fill the large number of positions in the information technology field. To learn more about Microsoft's credential and certification programs, students should review the material on the Microsoft World Wide Web site at http://www.microsoft.com/trainingandservices.

All courses are taught by instructors certified by Microsoft in the product area they are teaching and adhere to the software and hardware requirements established by Microsoft for AATP institutions. Lehman College does not conduct the certification exams nor are the costs of the exams included in the tuition. Students must make their own arrangements for the exams at a designated testing center. (AATP students are entitled to a discount at certain testing centers.) Practice exams may be conducted in class to enable students to gauge their progress.

This fall Lehman is offering preparatory courses for four Windows 2000 MCP exams required in the Windows 2000 MCSE track.

We encourage all students currently in our program, those planning to attend our summer classes or considering applying to the MCP program in the future to attend our Career Seminar on September 6.

Registration begins in August 2001. Call (718) 960-8512 to request a printed copy of the fall 2001 catalog.

If you are interested in teaching in the program, please see Job Openings for Computer Instructors.

Admission Policy

A high school diploma or GED is required. Applicants (1) must have a thorough knowledge of the Windows 95/98/NT graphical user interface including the ability to configure the Start menu and to use the Control Panel and utilities such as Windows Explorer; (2) be able to install commonly used software (such as a word processing package) on a non-networked computer; (3) have a basic understanding of the functions of computer hardware components such as random access memory, hard disks, CPUs, communication ports and adapters; (4) understand basic microcomputer operating system concepts such as directories, drives, paths, batch and configuration files and partitions and commands such as fdisk; and (5) understand basic networking concepts such as protocols, network topologies and the types and functions of network-related hardware. The above may be demonstrated by having completed course work (at Lehman College or other institutions), work experience or through an interview with an instructor or the program coordinator. Certain courses may have additional prerequisites. The Office of Continuing Education offers several courses to help students prepare for the MCP courses. These include EDP 09: Microcomputer Operating Systems; EDP 42: Introduction to Computer Networks; EDP 55: Microcomputer Hardware. See the fall 2001 catalog for details.

Application Procedures

All applicants, including those who attended MCP courses in previous semesters, must complete a Microsoft Certification Course Application. To request a form, call (718) 960-8512 or print the online version of the Microsoft Certification Course Application (requires Acrobat Reader). There is no fee for applying. Applications will be processed in the order received.

Microsoft Certification Preparation Courses Offerings for fall 2001

Microsoft Core Technologies: Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server and Professional
MCP200/$1,325 (course materials not included)

Preparation for certification Exam #70-210: Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Professional and Exam #70-215: Installing, Configuring and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Server. Exams earn Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) status and core credit towards Windows 2000 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification.

This course covers the core elements of the Windows 2000 Server and Professional (desktop) operating systems including basic architecture and design; attended and unattended installations; upgrading from Windows NT 4.0; administration of resources such as files, folders and printers; the configuration of hardware devices; and monitoring and optimizing system performance, reliability and security. 72 hours, 8.5 CEU

• Sec. 1: Tuesdays and Thursdays, Sept. 20 - Dec. 20, 6 - 9 p.m., Class meets twice a week. 24 sessions. Louis Cruz, Systems Administrator, Lehman College.
• Sec. 2: Saturdays, Sept. 22 - Dec. 15, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. (includes one hour lunch break), 12 sessions. Louis Cruz, Systems Administrator, Lehman College.

Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure
MCP201/$445 (course materials not included)

Preparation for certification Exam# 70-216: Implementing and Administering Microsoft Windows 2000 Network Infrastructure. Exam earns Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) status and core credit towards Windows 2000 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification.

This course covers installing, managing, monitoring, configuring, and troubleshooting DNS, DHCP, remote access, network protocols including TCP/IP, IP routing, WINS, Network Address Translation (NAT) and certificate services in a Windows 2000 network infrastructure. (Prerequisite: MCP 200: Microsoft Core Technologies or equivalent course or experience.) 24 hours, 2.8 CEU.

• Wednesdays, October 3 - November 28, 6 - 9 p.m. 8 sessions. Stephen L. Holtz, network administrator

Implementing and Administering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure
MCP202/$445 (course materials not included)

Preparation for certification Exam# 70-217: Implementing and Adminstering a Microsoft Windows 2000 Directory Services Infrastructure. Exam earns Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) status and core credit towards Windows 2000 Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) certification.

This course covers installing, configuring, and troubleshooting the Windows 2000 Active Directory and DNS for the Active Directory. Other topics include Active Directory security solutions, desktop management through the implementation of group policies and the deployment of Remote Installation Services. (Prerequisite: MCP 200: Microsoft Core Technologies or equivalent course or experience.) 24 hours, 2.8 CEU

• Wednesdays, Dec. 5 -Jan. 30, 6 - 9 p.m. 8 sessions. Stephen L. Holtz, network administrator

Designing a Microsoft 2000 Network Infrastructure
MCP203/$445 (course materials not included)

To be offered in spring 2002.

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Classroom Facilities

Our MCP classes are taught in a lab facility containing 12 student workstations. (MCP classes are limited to 12 students, one per computer.) The standard features of the workstations include:

• Dell Optiplex 667 Mhz GX110 Mini-Tower
• 256MB RAM
• CD-ROM Drive
• Integrated Sound Blaster sound card
• 17-inch monitors
• Two 7.5 GB hard drives

The lab is fully-networked with printing facilities and projection capability from the instructor's workstation.

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Other computer related programs

• Macintosh Desktop Publishing and Graphic Design
• Computing and Information Technology Program
• Computer Office Skills

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Click here to visit our expanded Microsoft Certification Preparation Program site

Special Events at Lehman Continuing Education this fall

Document updated 31 July 2001