A+ Preparation

Program Description

Students who complete this program should be able to repair and upgrade personal computers. They also should be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification examination in personal computer hardware and operating systems. All courses in this program can be used in the Computer Engineering Technology A.A.S. program and the Information Technology A.A.S. degree.

Graduates of the A+ Preparation Certificate will be able to:

  • Use operating systems such as Windows and Linux that are currently used in personal computers
  • Upgrade and repair personal computers

Program Type: Career Program

Pathway: Technology

Total Credits: 14 Credits

Required Courses

INT-1010 Introduction to Information Technology Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)

INT-1540 Computer Hardware I- A Plus Preparation Credits: 4 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)

INT-1700 Understanding Operating Systems Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)

INT-2540 Computer Hardware II- A Plus Credits: 4 (Program Requirement)

Navigate to the OER courses page to find a list of courses that do not require you to purchase textbooks or other learning material.