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Cisco NetAcad Olympics 2024

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Block A of the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, with foliage in the foreground, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.
Block A of the College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS), Makerere University, with foliage in the foreground.

The Centre for Innovations & Professional Skills Development, College of Computing & IS at Makerere University is announcing the Middle East & Africa NetAcad Olympics 2024 FREE Training Clinic. The opportunity is here to raise the next generation of Network Professionals. All youth are invited to be part of this competition and experience a change in their lives. Participants will be exposed to either Network foundations CCNA 1 (Introduction to Networks), Cybersecurity Ops (How you can protect networks and yourself online today), and/or Network Security (protect and secure of the underlying networking infrastructure).

Dates: 1st – 31st March 2024

Opportunity begins here.

Cisco NetAcad is offering the following trainings :

  1. Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA) 1 
  2. Network Security
  3. CyberOps (Cyber Security) Associate

REGISTER using the link below:
https://forms.gle/SVTZBhHJz75t7ZUbA

ADDITIONAL info. available via WhatsApp link below:
https://chat.whatsapp.com/EijTAyNcUZs5HbwITLTT7W

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CoCIS CIPSD Online Short Courses Jul-Nov 2025

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June 26, 2025

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CoCIS CIPSD Online Short Courses Jul-Nov 2025. College of Computing and Information Sciences (COS

Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. The College has six Academic departments comprising of the Department of Computer Science, Department of Networks, Department of Information Technology, Department of Information Systems, Department of Library and Information Sciences, and the Department of Records and Archives management.

In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Centre for Innovations and Professional Skills Development CIPSD) which delivers state-of-the-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training centre for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training centre. The College is also an authorized Testing centre, operating under PearsonVUE and Kryterion.

Online courses offer a flexible way to learn new skills or gain knowledge from anywhere with an internet connection. Listed in the download below are the online courses currently offered at the Centre with their start dates, duration, and cost.

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Call For Registration: MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp

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MSCE-Azure Cloud BootCamp, 31st May & 1st June 2025, 9:00AM - 12:00PM.

The College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) welcomes you to the two-day intensive hands-on Azure Cloud Boot Camp 2025!

Event Details:

Date: 31st May & 1st June 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Agenda:

  • Azure fundamentals
  • Virtual Machines
  • Networking
  • Identity & Security
  • Exam Strategies

Elevate your credentials. Get exam-ready.

Whatsapp Barbara on 0752779964 for any queries.

The registration link: https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=LvPJtBfa7U2clc6do48l2Rl6ep3D1FxFiCETHieGxQ5UN1dLWlRFWExEMjc4NkpFMkZLOFI5M09VQi4u

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CoCIS CIPSD Tech Bootcamp for Tech Enthusiasts

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April 23, 2025

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Participants attend a session in the Smart Classroom Facility, College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS). Block A, Makerere University, Kampala Uganda, East Africa.

Makerere University College of Computing and Information Sciences (CoCIS) is the main ICT Training, Research and Consultancy Centre in Makerere University. In addition to the mainstream degree programmes, CoCIS has a specialized Center for Innovations and Professional Skills Development (CIPSD) which delivers state-of-art training in ICT e.g. the Cisco Networking Academy for Cisco related courses, the Microsoft IT Academy Program for Microsoft related courses, International Computer Driving License course, Oracle Certified Training center for Oracle, Linux and Unix Training center. The College is also an authorized Testing center, operating under PearsonVUE and Kryterion.

The CIPSD Tech Bootcamp is open to all University STEM Students, IT Professionals and anyone who is passionate about Tech and Practical Computer Training.

Skills Courses & Registration Links

  1. Microsoft Azure: https://forms.gle/KtYqS5tUjkmX9PaS6
  2. Oracle 19C (Database): https://forms.gle/tyLveorJWCWBU2jh6
  3. Data Analysis: https://forms.gle/H63UP1EMMQBbg34ZA
  4. API Development: https://forms.gle/MDUeCfvkrZ5BK1MW6
  5. Machine Learning: https://forms.gle/R7B8168UM66GCUHj7
  6. Cyber Security Ops: https://forms.gle/gN7qDmBTAk999Cu69
  7. Graphics Design: https://forms.gle/eGxfK1ELoFAyS36y7
  8. Artificial Intelligence: https://forms.gle/YrMnqZM2PzUqFF1q9
  9. Embedded Systems Development: https://forms.gle/JjqSrLLTPZdv828aA
  10. Microsoft Office: https://forms.gle/V2Qc8XjRQWhpEEkEA

Contacts for detailed conversation

College of Computing & Information Sciences (CoCIS)
CIPSD (CIT Block A-Front Office | CIT Block B Level 5)
E-mail: psd.cis@mak.ac.ug
Tel: +256 753 200 013 | +256 752 779 964 | +256 752 373 023
URL: https://cocis.mak.ac.ug/cipsd/

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