Course Descriptions
CRT 101 Operating Systems ------- 4
This course provides instruction on the most commonly used major operating
systems. Components covered will be installation, configuration, maintenance,
file management, and batch files.
NET 101 Integrated Applications ------- 4
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to perform basic software applications used with microcomputers.
Instruction in word processors, spreadsheets, databases, and presentation
software applications will be taught. With this knowledge, students will
be able to perform fundamental applications, format and print queries,
and prepare reports.
CRT 111 Assembling/Disassembling ------- 2
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to assemble and disassemble a personal computer. With this basic
knowledge, students can assemble and disassemble various types of personal
computers.
CRT 121 Computer Hardware Architecture ------- 2
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to identify and explain various types of components. Components
covered will include drives, motherboards, memory, central processing
units (CPU's), and ports.
CRT 131 Computer Hardware Troubleshooting ----5
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to troubleshoot computer hardware components. Internal computer
components will also be diagnosed. With the knowledge gained during this
course, students will be able to troubleshoot any IBM-compatible computer
system.
CRT 151 Computer System Architecture ------- 2
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to identify and understand various types of systems within the
computer. Systems covered will include CPU and cache memory, buses, addresses,
instruction sets, and interrupts. Instruction will include interfaces
between the systems within the computer and hardware components.
CRT 161 Computer System Troubleshooting ------- 6
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to troubleshoot systems within the computer. With this knowledge,
students can troubleshoot the bus system, memory and memory addressing
system, computer system, timing and start, and runtime error codes.
CRT 171 Input/Output Devices ------- 5
This course is designed to examine and apply the skills, tools, and information
necessary to install, set up, and troubleshoot various peripheral equipment.
Instruction will cover keyboard, pointing devices, scanners, printers,
modems, and CD-ROMS. With this knowledge, students can install, set up,
and troubleshoot peripheral equipment, hardware, and the interface with
the computer.
CRT 181 Technical Writing ------- 1
This course provides instruction on the organization and writing of technical
documents including proposals, business letters, memos, and technical
reports.
CRT 191 Professional Development ------- 2
This course is intended to develop skills to assist the student in growing
professionally and personally. Emphasis will be placed on attendance,
professional attitude, and classroom behavior. The course examines several
of the major concerns of employers: problem-solving, time management,
and teamwork.
NET 201 Advanced Operating Systems ------- 4
Advanced instruction on the most commonly used major operating systems.
Components covered will be installation and configuration of dual boot
operating systems, system file configuration and editing, system files,
and system conflict resolution.
Prerequisite: Operating Systems.
NET 211 Advanced Integrated Applications ------- 4
Advanced instruction on how to use the major operating systems. This course
provides students in-depth knowledge of using Microsoft Word, Excel, Access,
and PowerPoint. Students will learn how to do desktop publishing, create/manage
databases and spreadsheets, and how to create integrated presentations.
The course provides instruction for simulated business problems, creating
and maintaining records and inquiring, sorting, searching, and preparing
reports.
Prerequisite: Integrated Applications.
NET 111 Novell Networking ------- 4
This course will cover the creation of Novell networks, which will include
setting up file servers and network client computers. Client computer
set up will include the major operating systems. Students will also be
trained in the administration of Novell networks, including the creation
of users, groups, login scripts, and using the NDS.
NET 121 Cisco Networking Academy I ------- 6
This course will teach students how to design, build, and maintain computer
networks, enabling them to develop the skills they need to compete in
an increasingly technology-dependent workplace. Students taking this course
via the Internet must have access to a computer with appropriate software
installed.
NET 151 Windows NT Networking ------- 4
This course will cover the creation of Windows NT networks, including
setting up file servers and network client computers. Client computer
setup will include the major operating systems. Students will also be
trained in the administration of NT networks, including the creation of
users and groups.
NET 161 Internet ------- 3
Students in this course will learn to use the Internet as a research and
problem-solving tool. The World Wide Web, search engines, FTP, and e-mail
will be covered. This course will also cover the creation and maintenance
of web pages, Internet server set-up, e-mail server set-up, and server
client set-up and maintenance.
NET171 Cisco Networking Academy II ------- 6
This course is an extension of (NET 121) Cisco Networking Academy I. Students
will learn fundamental networking concepts and have a chance to apply
their new skills in a project-based, hands-on lab setting. Students taking
this course via the Internet must have access to a computer with appropriate
software installed.
Prerequisite: Cisco Networking Academy I.
NET 181 Certification Prep ------- 3
This course helps prepare students for the Cisco Certified Networking
Administrator (CCNA) and Novell Certified Network Administrator (CNA)
exams.
NST 295 Occupational Work Experience
Occupational work experiences are available to students who have completed
85% of their required course hours. This is an optional course for computer
support technology students who wish to gain further “real-life”
experiences at local businesses and/or approved sites.
