Learnix Center School Catalog: Software testing/QA and Cybersecurity Courses
General Information
Learnix Tree Center (main campus) 1934 Old Gallows Road, Suite 350 Vienna, VA 22182
The Learnix Tree Center is certified to operate by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV):
Private and Out-of-State Postsecondary Education 101 N. 14th Street Richmond VA 23219
Phone number: 804-225-2600
Web address: www.schev.edu
School History & Development
Since 2012 the Learnix Tree Center has been an authorized Training Provider Partner of Target Labs, Inc. All school instructors are practicing IT professionals with 20+ years of experience and comparable academic training. The Learnix Tree Center develops integrated programs that include academic training, hands-on practical experience and ‘soft-skills’ development.
Distance Learning / Online Learning
Powers, Duties and Responsibilities
The governing board consists of two owners:
Andrew Duplyakin, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, a seasoned IT professional with a proven track record in technology leadership and 20 years of experience in IT. Possesses a blend of expertise in infrastructure and software architecture, system integration and analysis, as well as design and development. Andrew Duplyakin serves as a Director and Administrator of the school.
Larry Poltavtsev, Co-founder of Learnix Tree Center, President and CEO of Target Labs, Inc. with almost 20 years of technology and entrepreneur experience. A subject matter expert in IT consulting, IT staffing, IT security, and project development with a PhD in Physical Chemistry. Has a thorough knowledge of the IT industry and the IT labor market, and is an expert in IT career advising and development. Larry Poltavtsev supervises and executes Software Testing projects for multiple Fortune 500 clients in his position as the president of Target Labs. Larry Poltavtsev serves as an Administrator of the school.
Offered Academic Programs in Virginia
– Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing
Modality 1: On-campus (face-to-face)
Modality 2: Distance Learning / Online Learning
– Certified Cybersecurity Technician (CCT)
Modality 1: Distance Learning / Online Learning
Library:
The Learnix Tree Center library is conveniently located in the cloud (Google Drive) for regular student use. The library includes but is not limited to the following materials: assignment book, course materials and slides, handouts, testing documentation templates, sample project documentations, testing metrics templates. The library service is accessible to students 24 hours a day via the Internet.
Office Hours:
The Learnix Tree Center maintains the following business hours:
● Monday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Tuesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Wednesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Outside of training hours, students are able to meet with instructors and administrators during the following office hours:
● Monday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Tuesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Wednesday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
● Thursday 6:00 pm – 9:15 pm
Student Communications / School Communications The Learnix Tree Center recognizes clear communications as a vital part of the educational process. We practice an open door policy for all students and faculty members.
All students are encouraged to communicate with their instructors while in class. The Learnix Tree Center instructors facilitate student participation during all academic sessions. Outside of the classroom hours students are encouraged to (a) contact their instructor via email/phone/voicemail/IM/Zoom video conferencing/scheduling face-to-face meetings; (b) communicate with their peers on-campus in study groups and off-campus via instructor-approved email lists/IM threads/etc.
Both students and faculty are encouraged to communicate with the Learnix Tree Center administration at any time by either scheduling a face-to-face meeting or via email/phone/voicemail.
Students can also communicate with the school and instructors regarding career development, placement and other academic activities.
Off-Campus Assistance
The Learnix Tree Center offers Distance Learning / Online Learning modality.
All activities related to the online modality are outlined in the Distance
Learning / Online Learning Policy and attached to this Catalog.
The Learnix Tree Center offers optional career development / resume writing / ‘soft skills’ development / interview training workshops and placement assistance sessions conducted by the professional technical recruiters and life coaches. Two (2) workshops are offered per program totalling six (6) hours. Transferability of Courses, Diplomas, Certificates
The Learnix Tree Center courses and certificates are not transferable to other schools. The Learnix Tree Center does not transfer any courses, diplomas or certificates from any other school.
Admission, Entrance Requirements, and Enrollment
The Learnix Tree Center Calendar Academic Terms:
Winter 2023
Spring/Summer 2023 Fall 2023
Winter 2024
Federal Holidays (School Closed)
New Year’s Day
Memorial Day
Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanksgiving Day
Christmas
An applicant who desires admission must provide The Learnix Tree Center with an Application for Admission/Enrollment.
The Application for Admission/Enrollment and tuition payment should be submitted before the training session start date.
The application will not be processed without the tuition fee. The Learnix Tree Center will not accept transfer credits from another institution
Learnix center entrance requirements:
● 18 years of age and older
● Education level and proof: not required
● Work Experience: not required
● Government issued ID
Student Disclosure Information
A student’s academic progress will be measured according to the following scale:
Pass Grades (P)
The grade of P is used to indicate successful completion of a course. A grade of P carries credit. Pass grades require a level of performance at least equal to a letter grade of B.
Low Pass (LP)
The grade of LP is used to indicate satisfactory completion of a course. A grade of LP carries credit. LP grades require a level of performance at least equal to a letter grade of C-.
No-Pass Grades (NP)
The grade of NP is used to indicate unsatisfactory performance in a course. A grade of NP results in no credit earned.
Incomplete Grade (l)
The instructor may issue a grade of I (for Incomplete) when certain criteria have been met and satisfactory student-instructor arrangements have been made.
The deadline for completion of an Incomplete is one calendar year. The instructor may set a shorter deadline, which is binding. Failure to make up the Incomplete by the end of one year will result in the mark of I automatically changing to a grade of NP.
Successful completion of a minimum of 96 clock hours of course credit with grades of LP or better is required for graduation.
Students will be given their official progress report within a week of the midterm and at the end of the training program.
Appeals and Grievances from Students Overview
Students may appeal decisions about enrollment, grades, or general academic policies to The Learnix Tree Center according to the procedures that follow. Only students may submit appeals. Appeals must be made within 30 days of the decision about enrollment, grades, or general academic policy. Learnix Tree Center will respond to the claim within 30 days.
Deadlines
Students who wish to appeal penalties attached to missed deadlines must
submit appeals in writing to the Administrator of the Learnix Tree Center.
Grading and Classroom Issues
Students who wish to appeal a grade must first attempt to resolve the issue with the instructor of the course. Absent a satisfactory outcome, the student will consult with the Program Director. If this proves unsuccessful in the resolution of the matter, the student may appeal to the President of the Learnix Tree Center.
Appealing to The Learnix Tree Center Rules
Students whose petitions for exemption from the Learnix Tree Center rules have been denied by the Program Director may appeal to the President of the Learnix Tree Center.
The student should follow the above process and may contact the State Council of Higher Education as a last resort. State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV):
Private and Out-of-State Postsecondary Education 101 N. 14th Street Richmond VA 23219
Phone number: 804-225-2600
Web address: www.schev.edu
Students will not be subjected to discrimination by any school officials as a result of initiating a complaint.
Probation, Dismissal, and Readmission
A minimum grade average of LP must be maintained by all students. A student whose grades fall below the minimum satisfactory requirement of LP will be placed on probation for one term. If the student does not achieve a minimum cumulative grade of LP or above at the end of the term, he or she will be dismissed from the school.
A student will be permitted to re-enter the program at the beginning of the next term if the student petitions the school’s admission committee with an explanation of how the student has resolved the problems causing the unsatisfactory progress or conduct.
Student Records
The school will permanently retain a transcript of students’ academic and course work. This record will include the academic and course progress at the
school including programs of study, dates of enrollment, courses taken and completed, grades, and indications of the students’ states (graduated, on probation, etc.). The admission records for each student will be maintained by the school for three years after the student’s last date of attendance. The financial records for each student will be maintained by the school for three years after the student’s last date of attendance.
The School will afford a student certain rights with respect to his or her educational records. These include:
● The right to inspect and review his or her education records within 45 days of the day the school receives a request for access.
● The right to request the amendment of education records that he or she believes are inaccurate or misleading.
● The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in his or her education records. One exception that permits disclosure without consent is disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests.
Program Areas and Telecommunications Activities
Learnix Tree Center offers programs in various fields, with an emphasis on QA and cybersecurity. We also engage in telecommunications activities to extend our educational reach.
The School will maintain records on all enrolled students:
1. Each student’s application for admission and admissions records containing information regarding the educational qualifications of each regular student admitted that are relevant to the postsecondary school’s admissions standards. Each student record must reflect the requirements and justification for admission of the student to the postsecondary school. Admissions records must be maintained by the school, its successors, or its assigns for a minimum of three years after the student’s last date of attendance.
2. A transcript of each student’s academic or course work at the school, which shall be retained permanently in either hard copy forms or in an electronic database with backup by the school, its successors, or its assigns. 3. A record of student academic or course progress at the school including programs of study, dates of enrollment, courses taken and completed, grades,
and indication of the student’s current status (graduated, on probation, etc.) must be retained permanently. Any changes or alterations to student records must be accurately documented and signed by an appropriate school official.
4. A record of all financial transactions between each individual student and the school, including payments from the student, payments from other sources on the student’s behalf, and refunds. Fiscal records must be maintained for a minimum of three years after the student’s last date of attendance. When tuition and fees are paid by the student in installments, a clear disclosure of truth-in-lending statement must be provided to and signed by the student. 5. The school shall make the documents referenced in subdivisions 1 through 4 of this subsection available to the student upon request. Academic transcripts shall be provided upon request if the student is in good financial standing.
Student Conduct
The Learnix Tree Center Training Program provided for students is solely for training purposes. The Training Programs may not be copied, reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or retransmitted in whole or in part, in any form or by any means, whether electrical, mechanical, photocopying, recording, or otherwise without the prior written permission of the Learnix Tree Center. Attendance/Leave of Absence Information
If a student’s absences exceed 15 clock hours of the scheduled hours in a program, the school will withdraw the student from the program. The school does not allow for a leave of absence. A student would be required to withdraw and re-enroll at the beginning of the next term.
A student arriving over 10 minutes tardy for a scheduled class will be marked absent for the full time of that class.
Tuition, Fees and Refunds
Software Testing/Quality Assurance Program and Certified Cybersecurity
Technician tuition is $4,500.00 for each course. This tuition includes all
required books and materials.
Refund policy follows the SCHEV refund policy:
Proportion of Total Program Taught by Withdrawal Date | Tuition Refund |
1-25% | 75% Refund |
26-50 | 50% |
51-75% | 25% |
76-100% | No refund |
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All students are expected to pay their tuition either upfront or before the end
of the program via an installment plan at zero (0) percent interest as per the
attached Truth-in-Lending document.
Purpose
Our purpose is to provide high-quality education and training programs that align with industry demands. Our offerings are consistent with our mission to prepare students for successful careers in Software Testing/Qa and cybersecurity.
Software Quality Assurance and Software Testing Program Curriculum
Certificate — Software Testing/Quality Assurance
As demand for IT testers and analysts soars in today’s IT market, Learnix Tree Center has developed a comprehensive, robust training program designed to qualify students for Quality Analyst and Software Tester positions. Students will gain the knowledge of theory and best practices, as well as develop practical skills through hands-on exercises. To set students up for success, they will receive resume-writing and interview strategy tips as part of this program. The length of the program is 96 clock hours.
Course Description / Objectives / Outcomes
Building a Career in Software Testing
compensated. Explore skills and experience necessary to build a successful IT career. Understand the Fundamentals of Testing.
This course teaches students to conduct a risk-based quality factor ranking. Students will master working with quality factors and attributes by studying theory on quality factors, the purpose of ranking, and best practices. Specific hands-on practice prepares students to apply these skills on the job. Testing Principles and Techniques
Explore different categories of testing: dynamic versus static testing, Black box testing, White box testing, Gray box testing. Explain differences between test types. Detailed discussion about various testing techniques and how to apply these techniques to different types of projects. Focus is on critical skills required for different types of testing.
No two projects are alike, so testing needs to fit the needs of each project. This course explores the different types of testing such as dynamic testing, static testing, Black box testing, White box testing, and Gray box testing. Students discuss the differences between testing techniques, and when and how to apply these techniques, no matter what type of project they may be working on.
Web and E-commerce Testing
Study different types of Web Systems and basic Web architecture. Explore the layers of a typical web/E-commerce application and processing on each layer. Practice finding potential defects associated with each layer. This course teaches students to work with different types of Web Systems and basic Web architecture to find potential defects. Students will study the typical layers of Web and E-commerce applications, understand common defects at each layer, and practice finding them.
508 Compliance/Accessibility Testing
Lecture/Seminar introducing Section 508, focusing on Accessibility Web standards and testing tools.
Accessibility, or Section 508, testing is crucial to avoiding federal lawsuits for noncompliance. This lecture-based course focuses on guidelines, standards, and testing tools to make sure websites meet accessibility guidelines. SQL Database for Testers
Study different types of databases. Explore basic concepts and SQL tools, and how to apply these tools. Practice with SQL tools.
This course explores different types of databases and the basic concepts of testing databases. Students will learn the different types of SQL tools available to them and how to apply these tools, before getting plenty of guided practice.
Writing Effective Test Documentation
Study different types of test documentation. Understand test planning, including how to organize test cases, and writing and tracking test cases. Practice how to create effective test documentation: test plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and defect reports. Study Test Management, Test Planning, and Defect Management.
Finding defects during testing is only half the battle; it’s useless without the ability to clearly direct developers to the defect. This course explains different types of test documentation such as test plans, test cases, traceability matrices, and defect reports, and how to write each one effectively. Students will also learn about Test Management, Test Planning, and Defect Management. Software Tools
Discussion on testing tools being used in the industry, test management, and productivity tools.
Explore test automation tools such as HP QTP, Rational Functional Tester, and Selenium. Practice using different types of testing tools.
This course will help you automate and manage parts of your workflow. Students will learn about and practice using testing, management, and productivity tools used in the industry (i.e., HP QTP, Rational Functional Tester, and Selenium).
Hands-on Project
Professional Practice
This workshop-type course provides students practical experience in testing a web application for an external client with several minor enhancements, different release versions, and change requests. During the 21-hour workshop, students will have the opportunity to review and report requirements issues and concerns, create and develop test cases in MS Excel, execute manual test cases for releases and report defects via Bugzilla and JIRA, perform basic backend testing, write SQL queries to validate data, and perform automation testing using Selenium IDE. The project will be monitored by an instructor. The student may not be considered as a graduate or issued a graduation credential until this workshop has been satisfactorily completed.
Certified Cybersecurity Technician (CCT) Course Overview
Learnix Center’s Cybersecurity Course, designed to empower you with the knowledge and skills needed to excel in the dynamic field of cybersecurity. Our comprehensive program covers a wide range of topics to prepare you for a successful career in safeguarding digital assets and protecting against evolving cyber threats.
Our Cybersecurity Course is carefully structured to provide you with a deep understanding of the following key areas:
1. Information Security Threats and Vulnerabilities
– Explore the landscape of cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities. – Learn how to identify and assess potential risks.
2. Information Security Attacks
– Study various types of cyberattacks and their methodologies. – Understand the motives behind cyberattacks and their impact.
3. Network Security Fundamentals
– Gain a solid foundation in network security principles.
– Learn about security protocols, VPNs, and firewalls.
4. Identification, Authentication, & Authorization
– Explore the concepts of user identity, authentication, and access control. – Discover methods for securely managing user credentials.
5. Network Security Controls – Administrative Controls
– Understand the role of administrative controls in network security. – Learn about security policies, procedures, and compliance.
6. Network Security Controls – Physical Controls
– Explore physical security measures to protect network infrastructure. – Study techniques for securing data centers and server rooms.
7. Network Security Controls – Technical Controls
– Dive into technical controls, including intrusion detection and prevention systems.
– Explore security technologies such as antivirus and anti-malware solutions.
8. Network Security Assessment Techniques and Tools
– Learn how to assess network security using various techniques and tools. – Conduct vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
9. Application Security
– Study best practices for securing web and mobile applications. – Explore common vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies.
10. Virtualization and Cloud Computing
– Understand security challenges and solutions in virtualized and cloud environments.
– Learn about cloud security models and technologies.
11. Wireless Network Security
– Explore wireless network security protocols and encryption. – Learn to secure Wi-Fi networks and prevent unauthorized access.
12. Mobile Device Security
– Study mobile device security principles.
– Discover methods for securing smartphones and tablets.
13. IoT and OT Security
– Explore the security challenges posed by the Internet of Things (IoT) and Operational Technology (OT).
– Learn to protect critical infrastructure and IoT devices.
14. Cryptography
– Understand the principles of encryption and decryption. – Explore cryptographic algorithms and their applications.
15. Data Security
– Learn how to protect sensitive data at rest and in transit. – Study data encryption, access controls, and data loss prevention.
16. Network Troubleshooting
– Develop skills in identifying and resolving network issues. – Learn troubleshooting techniques for network security incidents.
17. Network Traffic Monitoring
– Explore tools and techniques for monitoring network traffic. – Detect anomalies and potential security threats.
18. Network Logs Monitoring and Analysis
– Learn to collect and analyze network logs for security insights. – Identify security incidents through log analysis.
19. Incident Response
– Develop an incident response plan and framework.
– Learn how to mitigate and recover from security incidents.
20. Computer Forensics
– Explore digital forensics techniques and tools.
– Learn to gather and analyze evidence for cybercrime investigations.
21. Business Continuity and Disaster Recovery
– Understand the importance of business continuity planning. – Develop strategies for disaster recovery and data backup.
22. Risk Management
– Study risk assessment and risk management methodologies. – Learn to evaluate and mitigate cybersecurity risks.
Course Format
Our Cybersecurity Course is offered in a flexible format, allowing you to choose from in-person, online, or blended learning options. The program includes
lectures, hands-on labs, real-world simulations, and practical assignments to ensure a well-rounded learning experience.
Certification
Upon successful completion of the course, you will receive a Learnix Center Cybersecurity Certification, recognized as a testament to your expertise in cybersecurity.
Leave of Absence Policy
Our leave of absence policy is detailed, providing guidance to students who may need to take a temporary break from their studies.
Faculty Accessibility
We have policies in place to ensure faculty accessibility for academic and course advising, both on-site and through distance education.
Career Advising and Placement Services
Learnix Tree Center offers career advising and placement services to support students in achieving their career goals by providing special classes and post graduation support.
Transferability
Information on the transferability of courses and credentials earned at Learnix Tree Center is provided for students’ awareness.
Ownership and Faculty Information
Andrew Duplyakin, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, a seasoned IT professional with a proven track record in technology leadership and 20 years of experience in IT. Possesses a blend of expertise in infrastructure and software architecture, system integration and analysis, as well as design and development.
Larry Poltavtsev, Co-Founder of Learnix Tree Center, President and CEO of Target Labs, Inc. with almost 20 years of technology and entrepreneur experience. A subject matter expert in IT consulting, IT staffing, IT security, and
project development with a PhD in Physical Chemistry. Has a thorough knowledge of the IT industry and the IT labor market, and is an expert in IT career advising and development.
Michael Fabrik, Instructor, and Lead Software Tester with over 20 years of experience in the full life cycle of software and systems development for scientific, commercial, and financial systems. Graduated from Moscow Transport University in Moscow with a M.S. in Computer Science.
Disclaimer: Learnix Center reserves the right to modify the curriculum and course offerings as needed to ensure the most up-to-date content and industry relevance.