One Year Diploma………………......33
Credits
•Program Overview
Computer repair technicians work with both hardware and
software for computers. Skilled computer repair technicians select, configure,
manage, and maintain computer systems. Students in this program study
theories and obtain skills necessary to compete in the ever-growing field
of computer service. This program emphasizes training for A+ certification.
•Purpose
The purpose of the Computer Repair Technology program is to provide educational opportunities to individuals that will enable them to obtain the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to succeed in the field of computer repair.
The diploma program is intended to produce graduates who are prepared for entry-level employment as technicians in the field of computer repair. Program graduates will be competent in understanding microprocessors, computer system architecture, software fundamentals, peripheral equipment, digital data communications, and local area networks. This program also teaches students the essential skills needed to repair and install all types of digital and electronic computer equipment including printers, microcomputers, networks, software, and numerous peripheral devices.
•Career Opportunities
Computer repair has grown to become one of the largest fields in computing today. With the never-ending change in hardware and software, companies have come to rely on the computer repair technicians to keep their systems functional. The employment of computer repair technologists to perform networking tasks and other computer related duties has grown by leaps and bounds over the last couple of years and continues to grow rapidly.
Graduates find excellent opportunities as computer repair technicians in business, manufacturing, government, and education. Jobs for computer repair technicians for all types of installations are found throughout the country with opportunities for good earnings and rapid advancement.
Computer Repair
Technology Diploma
Program Requirements:
Fall Semester.............................................Credit Hours
CRT 101 Operating Systems ..................................4
NET 101 Integrated Application .............................4
CRT 111 Assembling/Disassembling ...................2
CRT 121 Computer Hardware Architecture .......2
CRT 131 Computer Hardware Troubleshooting 5
Total for Fall Semester: .........................................17
Spring Semester
CRT 151 Computer System Architecture ...........2
CRT 161 Computer System Troubleshooting ....6
CRT 171 Input/Output Devices ..............................5
CRT 181 Technical Writing ....................................1
CRT 191 Professional Development....................2
Total for Spring Semester: .................................16
Elective:
CRT 195 Occupational Work Experience
Total number of required technical
education credit hours (One-Year Diploma)....33
