IT Fundamentals
Are you starting fresh in IT with little to no experience? Are you looking to build foundational IT skills to support career growth? Are you interested in understanding the hardware, networking, and servers that power modern technology?
If you answered yes to any of these, IT Fundamentals is your perfect starting point.


Welcome to IT Fundamentals
This is a beginner-friendly course designed for adult learners eager to build a solid foundation in modern IT. Whether you're looking to kickstart a career in technology or simply want to better understand the systems you rely on everyday, this course will equip you with essential IT skills.
Why Choose IT Fundamentals?
This course offers:
- Practical Knowledge
Hands-on learning opportunities ensure you're ready to tackle real-world IT challenges.
- Expert Instruction
With an experienced instructor guiding you, you'll gain insights that go beyond textbook knowledge.
- Affordable Training
At $549 for 46 hours, IT Fundamentals provides incredible value for adult learners.

What You’ll Learn
Over the course of three months, you'll explore core topics in modern IT, including:
- Computer Hardware
- Understand the purpose and functionality of essential PC components
- CPU's, RAM and motherboards
- Storage devises (HDDs, SSDs and more)
- Learn how these parts interact with each other
- Understand the purpose and functionality of essential PC components
- Networking Basics
- Grasp fundamental networking concepts:
- IP addressing, NAT, DNS, and DHCP
- VPNs for remote access and VLANS for network segmentation
- Learn how networks are built, secured and maintained for optimal performance
- Grasp fundamental networking concepts:
- Introduction to Windows Server Administration
- Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server
- Manage users, file shares, and group policies
- Explore Active Directory and its role in enterprise environments
- Build skills that are widely applicable across IT systems and workplaces
- Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Windows Server

Program Details
Students are encouraged to bring their own Windows-based laptop to class
Wednesday, & Thursday evenings, 5-7 pm
Need More Info?
Contact the BOCES Adult Education Office:

IT Fundamentals Instructor
Charles H. Bohlen, Jr. Technical Center:
Jorden Durant