Computer Service Technology
Program Description
This program prepares students for computer support careers. It also prepares students for the CompTIA A+ computer support certification, the CompTIA Network+ certification, and the CompTIA Security+ certification. All courses in this program can be used in the Computer Engineering Technology A.A.S. degree and the Information Technology A.A.S. degree.
Graduates of the Computer Service Technology Certificate will be able to:
- Use operating systems, word processors, spreadsheets, and Web browsers to solve technical problems and present the solutions
- Upgrade and repair personal computers
- Design, build and manage local area networks using basic telecommunications systems and protocols
- Apply information security methods to protect information and programs stored on a computer
Program Type: Career Program
Pathway: Technology
Total Credits: 23 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)
- INT-1550 Introduction to Networks- Network Plus Prep Credits: 3 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
- INT-1370 Introduction to Help Desk Tools and Procedures Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
- INT-2300 Windows Desktop Operating System Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
- INT-1450 CCNA I – Introduction to Networking Credits: 4 (Program Elective) or
- INT-2530 Introduction to Telecommunications Credits: 3 (Program Elective) or
- INT-2930 Information Technology Internship III Credits: 3 (Program Elective)
- INT-1620 Security+ Preparation Credits: 3 (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.