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Aug 31, 2024
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2024-2025 Course Catalog
Computer Technology Support Specialist Certificate
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Total Credits: 30
Major Number: 5951
CIP Code: 11.1006
Program Description
This certificate is designed to prepare the student for a career as a Computer Support Specialist or hardware and software configuration specialist in an enterprise computing environment. Computer Support Specialists answer questions and provide technical assistance to people who have either hardware or software problems. Hardware and software configuration specialists upgrade old computers plus prepare, deploy, manage, and troubleshoot computers on a local area network. The coursework helps prepare students for professional certifications.
Program Prerequisites
Course placement into MATH 0070 or above, or completion of MATH 0030 or MATH 0060 with a grade of C or higher, course placement into college-level English and Reading OR completion of ENGL 0950 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of RDNG 0940 with a grade of C or higher and qualifying English Placement Exam OR completion of RDNG 0950 with a grade of C or higher and ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher OR completion of ESOL 0051 with a grade of C or higher and ESOL 0052 with a grade of C or higher.
Special Instructions
None
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Career/Occupational Requirements
Career/Occupational Elective Requirements
None
MnTC/General Education Requirements
Goal 1: Communication
Select 3 credits
MnTC Elective Requirements
None
Additional Elective Requirements
None
Additional Requirements
None
Program Information
General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates
See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1
Program Note
None
Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships
See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.
Program Learning Outcomes
At the end of this program students will be able to:
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Demonstrate factual, conceptual, and procedural, knowledge related to the administration and maintenance of enterprise computing systems
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Apply IT project planning techniques, and IT design process techniques
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Demonstrate self-learning and use of critical thinking/problem solving skills
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Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair computer hardware and software
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Administer, install, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot the Windows desktop, Windows Server, and Linux operating system
Program Contact Information
Paul Theisen 651.779.5770 Room 1745 East
Michelle Schoenecker 651.779.5833 Room 1742 East
Sample Plan
Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.
Note
This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu
Century College is a member of Minnesota State. We are an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and educator.
This document can be available in alternative formats to individuals with disabilities by calling 651.773.1745 or emailing access.center@century.edu.
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