Logo SGD

IT specialist – continuing education with a focus on digitalization

The online continuing education course to become an IT specialist with a focus on digitalization opens up excellent career prospects in a digitized world. You learn to manage operating systems, identify sources of errors, and train companies in dealing with new technologies. This makes a significant contribution to optimizing digital processes, increasing your chances of an attractive salary.

0.0
0.0 out of 5 stars (based on 0 reviews)
Logo SGD
0.0
0.0 out of 5 stars (based on 0 reviews)

IT specialist – continuing education with a focus on digitalization Overview

Icon
Start and Duration
  • Duration approx. 16 months 11 hours.
Icon
Funding
  • This continuing education course is AZAV-certified and, if you are unemployed, can be funded up to 100% via the Bildungsgutschein (education voucher).
Icon
Target Group
  • Target group: People who want to learn or further their education in IT and digitalization.
Icon
Admission Requirements
  • To participate in the course, you need confident use of Microsoft Windows as well as several years of professional experience in commercial or technical fields. Additionally, a computer with Windows 10 and a stable internet connection are required. The best learning experience is achieved by combining the SGD app on a mobile device with a PC, laptop or tablet.
Icon
Certificate
  • SGD Certificate
Icon
Language
  • German

About this online course

Basic information

In the continuing education course for IT specialists focusing on digitalization, participants acquire in-depth knowledge in various areas of IT and network administration. Key content includes installing and managing virtual machines with VMware, understanding network types and topologies, as well as identifying and troubleshooting issues in local networks. Participants learn important network protocols such as TCP/IP, IPv4, and IPv6 and receive an introduction to networks with Windows Server 2022. The course also covers the structure of Windows domains and central management of users in Active Directory, as well as managing network services like DNS and DHCP.

Another focus is on the integration of different systems, including heterogeneous networks that run on Linux. The continuing education course also provides practical knowledge in Industry 4.0, including technology generations, terminology distinctions, as well as setting up and using single-board computers like the Raspberry Pi. Topics such as communication via OPC UA and the visualization of measurement data are also in focus, as well as IT security, threats, and corresponding protective measures.

This continuing education course offers numerous benefits. It is especially suitable for individuals who are already working in technical fields and want to specialize, as well as for commercial employees in the IT area who want to take on responsibility in projects. Independent service providers can expand their competence in IT projects through this additional qualification and thus become more competitive.

Participants who have an interest in networks, digitalization, and IT security benefit from this comprehensive acquisition of knowledge. The course offers an ideal opportunity to prepare for new professional challenges; with the knowledge gained, they can not only perform their current tasks more effectively but also play a significant role in modernization projects. In summary, the continuing education course represents an important qualification to keep pace with the constantly changing digital working world and to continuously develop.

Contents:

  • Installation of virtual machines (VMware)
  • Network types and topologies
  • Active network components
  • Troubleshooting in local networks
  • Protocols: TCP/IP, IPv4 and IPv6
  • Introduction to networks with Windows Server 2022
  • Setting up a Windows domain
  • Centralized user administration in Active Directory
  • Network services: DNS and DHCP
  • Heterogeneous networks with Linux
  • Industry 4.0: Technology generations and terminology
  • Value networks and processes
  • Commissioning a single-board computer Raspberry Pi
  • Implementing communication via OPC UA
  • Visualization of measurement data
  • Raspberry Pi and edge computing
  • IT security: Threats and measures

Who offers this course?

Logo SGD
0.0
0.0 out of 5 stars (based on 0 reviews)

With over 75 years of experience and more than 900,000 participants, SGD (Studiengemeinschaft Darmstadt) offers over 300 flexible online continuing education courses in areas such as school qualifications, business, technology, IT, languages, and health. These courses can be completed entirely online and are especially attractive for working professionals and families. The innovative SGD OnlineCampus and the SGD Campus App enable mobile learning with multimedia content such as e-books, learning apps, and online training.

SGD contact information

  • Email: beratung@sgd.de

  • Address: Hilpertstr. 31, 64295 Darmstadt

  • Help page

IT specialist – continuing education with a focus on digitalization Pricing

Prices updated in March 2025

Online

Price on request

Prices are only visible after you register with sgd.
  • Study folder with working materials
  • Accompanying booklet
  • 25 study booklets
  • Single-board computer Raspberry Pi with various accessories
  • Exercise and program files for free download
  • Access to the SGD OnlineCampus.

Alternatives

SGD Reviews & Experiences

Filter & Sort

0.0
0.0 out of 5 stars (based on 0 reviews)

There are no reviews yet. Be the first to write one.

Rate SGD now!