The Atlanta Tech Academy certification prep courses are taught by highly-educated and credentialed instructors.
Jose Cardenas
Jose Cardenas has been a valued instructor at Herzing in Atlanta, Georgia for over 7 years, serving as both the Chair of the Computer Science Department and Assistant Professor for computer networking and security classes.
Jose holds a Master Degree in Computer Information Systems and is currently enrolled in a PhD Program in Information Technology with a concentration in Information Assurance and Security.
Dr. Xin Tao Liu
Dr. Xin Tao Liu has been working at Herzing University since 1996 serving first as Department Chair and currently as the Information Technology Director.
Dr. Liu holds a PhD in Physics and is a retired physicist and has served on the faculty of two state universities. He has since acquired an extensive background in managing computer networks for both small and large organizations in addition to being a University professor. Dr. Liu has been a valuable asset with Herzing as educator, advisor and mentor to students.
Jose and Dr. Liu's area of expertise include:
- Routing and switching
- Active Directory
- Wireless networks
- Mail server systems
- Linux systems
- Microsoft client and server operating systems
- Network security
Jose and Dr. Liu have taught several computer networking courses at Herzing University and have been instrumental in the success rate of graduates who have passed the following highly-recognize computer certifications:
- Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE)
- Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP)
- A+
- Network+
Jose currently holds the following certifications:
- CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, MCSE+I (Internet), Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT), Network+ and Security +
Dr. Liu currently holds the following certifications:
- Cisco Certified Academic Instructor (CCAI), CCNA, Network + and MCP
Jose and Dr. Liu have both been recognized as the Herzing University Instructor of the Year.
