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Dr. Wayne Lockwood - PhD-Cy, MIS, BS, TRUST, A+
Lecturer
Department of Information Technology
Phone: 478.757.2685
Website: https://www.mga.edu/directory/departments.php?dept=Information%20Technology
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| Office Hours: | Summer 2025: Tentative Office Hours: Wenesday Macon 10:45 am – 3:00 pm EST Computer Conference with voice: TEAMS - By appointment Wayne.lockwood@mga.edu |
| Biography: | Wayne E. Lockwood, Ph.D. Lecturer, Department of Information Technology – School of Computing I am an Information Technology educator with over 25 years of hands-on experience in IT, networking, and systems administration across public, private, and government education environments. I hold a Ph.D. in Technology and Innovation Management with a focus in Cybersecurity from National University, an M.S. in Management Information Systems from Northcentral University, and a B.S. in Information Systems from Mercer University. Since 2012, I have taught a wide range of undergraduate and graduate IT courses including Networking Fundamentals, Network Security, Linux Systems Administration, Database Principles, Windows Server, and Web Server Administration. My professional background includes enterprise network administration, voice telecommunications, server support, and network infrastructure—covering both wired and wireless environments. I have extensive experience with technologies such as Cisco, Nortel, Fluke, Microsoft Windows, Linux, virtualization platforms, and a variety of security appliances and client-server applications. Outside of academia, I enjoy flying drones, riding motorcycles, fishing, camping, and music. Originally from Minnesota, I stay connected to my roots and find joy in travel, family, and creative pursuits. |
| Courses: | Summer Semester 2025: • ITEC 4200 01 ONLINE Found of Info Assurance .............................. 51021 • ITEC 4332 01 ONLINE Firewalls and VPNs ........................................... 51288 • ITEC 4332 02 ONLINE Firewalls and VPNs .......................................... 51835 Courses Previously Taught: • Foundations of Info Assurance • Introduction to Information Technology • Legal & Ethical Issues • Linux Systems Admin • Networking Essentials • Network Security • Operating Systems • Data Communications • UAS Implement and Manage WiFi • Windows Systems Administration • Wireless Technologies |
| Education: | National University, San Diego, CA • Ph.D., Cybersecurity Northcentral University, Scottsdale, AZ • MBA, Management Information Systems Mercer University, Macon, GA • BS, Information Systems Northwestern Electronics Inst., Columbia Heights, MN • AS, Electronics Technology |
| CV: | Education • Ph.D., Technology and Innovative Mgt, Cybersecurity, Northcentral University, 2024 • MBA, Management Information Systems, Northcentral University, 2019 • Bachelor of Science, Information Technology, Mercer University, 2014 • Associate of Electronics Technology, 1989 Academic Experience • Middle Georgia State University, Macon, GA, Lecturer, Full-time, 2019 – present • Middle Georgia State University, Macon, GA, Adjunct Faculty, Part-time, 2016-2019 • Central Georgia Technical College CIS Instructor, Full-time, 2012-2019 • Central Georgia Technical College CIS Adjunct Instructor, Part-time, 2010-2012 Non-academic Experience • Central Georgia Technical College Network Administrator, Full-time, 2006-2012 • Evaluate, recommend, implement, monitor, and support network solutions that enhance operational efficiency to meet the needs of the college • Mercer University, Senior PC/Network Technician, Full-time, 1992 – 2006 • Administer accounts for server access and services. Install and maintain applications on servers. Design and support network for Mercer University. Certifications or Professional Registrations • CompTIA A+ Certification Membership in Professional Organizations • Fuel - Palo Alto Networks • Cisco Academy • Linux.org • CompTIA.org Honors and Awards • The National Society of Leadership and Success (Sigma Alpha Pi), 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 • Magna Cum Laude, Mercer University, 2014 Service Activities • Marketing and Recruitment Committee recorder • Lab Coordinator – MGA School of Computing • Student organization advisor: Cyber-Knights • Volunteer judge for regional high-school technology fairs 2015, 2016, 2020, 2021, and 2022 • Volunteer judge for regional Georgia Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 • MGA administrative support for Public WiFi on Poplar Street Downtown Macon, Georgia 2020, 2021, 2022, and 2023 |
| Professional Experience: | Professor • Instruct students in assigned courses in Information Technology (ITEC). Develop course material to achieve ITEC goals and objectives, to meet Middle Georgia State requirements and standards Middle Georgia State University Instructor • Instruct students in assigned courses in Computer Information Systems Technology (CIST) Develop program and course outlines, goals, and objectives to meet Georgia State Standards Central Georgia Technical College Network Administrator • Evaluate, recommend, implement, monitor, and support network solutions that enhance operational efficiency to meet the needs of the college. Central Georgia Technical College PC/Network Administrator • Evaluate, recommend, implement, monitor, and support network solutions that enhance operational efficiency to meet the needs of the college. Mercer University |
| Professional Affiliations: | • Cisco Academy • CompTIA.org • Fuel - Palo Alto Networks • Linux.org • Linux Foundation |
| Organizations: | • Advisor to Cyber Knights • The National Society of Leadership and Success . Omega Nu Lambda . UAS-Collegiate Training Initiative |
| Awards and Honors: | • National Society of Leadership 2024 • Dean's Award: Excellence in Service 2021 |
| Publications: | Lockwood, W. E. (2024). Cyber Safety in Rural, Low-Socioeconomic K-5 Public Schools in Central Georgia: Exploratory Single Case Study (Order No. 31632659). Available from Dissertations & Theses @ National University; ProQuest Dissertations & Theses Global. (3187686189). https://go.openathens.net/redirector/nu.edu?url=https://www.proquest.com/dissertations-theses/cyber-safety-rural-low-socioeconomic-k-5-public/docview/3187686189/se-2 . Spangler, S.C., Shah, K., & Lockwood, W. E. (2022). Embedded Tutors in Online IT courses: Perceptions of students’ comfort, confidence, and utilization of a pilot program. 2022 Proceedings of the EDSIG Conference. Clearwater, FL. https://proc.iscap.info/2022/pdf/5729.pdf |
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