Computer Studies and Information Processing, Network Support Technician - Certificate

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Computers and networks continue to expand in all aspects of our personal activities to business, manufacturing, education, and health care. This program provides balanced coverage of technology fundamentals, computer hardware, computer software, and networking technology. Emphasis is placed on operating principles of networking, security, operating systems, and industry standards along with hands-on laboratory activities for developing practical problem-solving skills. Students develop the ability to configure and troubleshoot basic PCs and basic information technology. Integrated into the program are courses that prepare students to sit for the CompTIA and Microsoft Certifications.

Note: Students in this program must earn a grade of at least C in all computer course requirements and must maintain a 2.0 GPA. Credits earned in this certificate program can be applied toward the Computer Support Specialist associate degree program. Many courses require prerequisites, corequisites and/or testing. See course descriptions for details.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, a student will be able to:

  1. Show preparation for national exams/certifications.
  2. Research information and technologies in networking, virtual machines, computer forensics, and cybersecurity.
  3. Comply with today's business and industry standards in networking, virtual machines, computer forensics, and cybersecurity.
  4. Demonstrate an understanding of computer hardware and software.
  5. Demonstrate critical thinking in problem solving.

Certificate Requirements

CNVT 2310 Desktop Technician 1 3
COMI 1800 Computer Networking Software Linux 3
COMI 2020 Network Security Software Fundamentals 3
COMI 2033 Computer Support: Network and Virtual Machine 2 3
COMI 2035 Introduction to Computer Forensics 3
COMI 2037 Foundations of Cybersecurity 3
Total Hours 18
1

This course is offered in the Fall semester only.

2

This course is offered in the Spring semester only.

Recommended Course Sequence

Plan of Study Grid
Year 1
Semester 1 Hours
CNVT 2310 Desktop Technician 1 3
COMI 1800 Computer Networking Software Linux 3
COMI 2020 Network Security Software Fundamentals 1 3
  Hours 9
Semester 2
COMI 2033 Computer Support: Network and Virtual Machine 2 3
COMI 2035 Introduction to Computer Forensics 3
COMI 2037 Foundations of Cybersecurity 3
  Hours 9
  Total Hours 18
1

This course is offered in the Fall semester only.

2

This course is offered in the Spring semester only.

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