This program provides students with core IT knowledge and technical support skills. Students take courses in hardware/software, networking, database, Linux, Cloud Services, and Windows Server and learn how to apply these skills in a tech support environment. Extensive hands-on training is provided in our computer and networking labs. This program is available days and evenings and is financial aid-eligible.
- CL – Number of lecture/classroom hours per week for the course
- LAB – Number of simulation laboratory, laboratory or clinical hours per week for the course
- CR – Number of credit hours for the course
| Course | Title | CL | LAB | CR |
| IST 102C | PC Applications | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| IST 103C | Programming with Raspberry Pi | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 104C | PC/Mobile Hardware and Networking | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 109C | PC OS Security and Cloud Fundamentals | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 140C | Database Design and Management | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 154C | Introduction to Networks | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 170C | Introduction to Linux | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 180C | Cloud Services and Windows Server | 2 | 2 | 3 |
| IST 290C | IT Career Development | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| IST 291C | IT Internship Search and Approval | 0 | 2 | 1 |
| IST 294C | Senior IT Internship | 0 | 9 | 3 |
| XX xxxC | elective approved by department chair | 3 | 0 | 3 |
| Total Credits | 33 |
The certificate culminates with students performing an internship, which can lead to employment. Graduates can enter into the following professions (not an inclusive list): entry-level help desk technician, entry-level network technician, junior-level help desk technician, and help desk technician. Students can earn the following national certifications: CompTIA A+ Certification and Microsoft Technology Associate.
Aaron Conn
Business | Hospitality and Tourism Management | Information TechnologyDepartment ChairSweeney 306-
