2021-2022 Addendum

Certificate of Completion
#41601

This program covers the fundamentals of computer networking technology. These core courses provide the necessary skills for those seeking entry-level employment as computer service technicians without areas of specialization. General topics include personal computer servicing, troubleshooting, computer operating systems, and personal computer troubleshooting. This fundamentals certificate will prepare students with the requisite knowledge for subsequent Computer and Networking Technology certificates. The courses in the fundamentals certificate approach computer repair from a hardware-first perspective, as distinct from other programs with a software or applications emphasis. This focus reflects the department's core belief that a solid understanding of electronics reinforces the necessary knowledge and skills to troubleshoot and repair computing equipment. 

Program Learning Outcomes

• Students will gain employment in an introductory level position in the computer networking technology sector. 
• Students will demonstrate job readiness skills. 
• Students will progress through the computer networking technology career ladder by enrolling in further computer networking technology courses or programs. 
  
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Required Courses

Certificate of Completion
#41622

This certificate covers the material necessary to successfully pass the CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, and the Server+ professional certificates. These preparation courses provide the necessary information for those seeking to obtain professional industry CompTIA certificates. Topics include instruction and hands on material that supports the exam objectives as set forth by CompTIA. This Industry Certifications certificate will prepare students with the requisite knowledge for subsequent computer networking technology certificates and degrees.

Program Learning Outcomes

• Program Completers will be able to read and analyze DC, AC and/or Digital schematics for voltage, current, impedance and power quantities, and compare them to measured values.
• Demonstrate proper use of electronic test equipment and associate measurement results with circuit behaviors in the laboratory.
• Be able to build both combinational and sequential digital logic circuits based off of design and logic requirements.
• Use these results of both empirical and calculated unknown electrical parameters to assess or troubleshoot faults in circuit and system operation. 5. Communicate, both verbally and in writing, knowledge of electrical concepts and their application to the observed behaviors of circuits and systems.
  
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Required Courses

Electronics Technology - Level 1