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CIS: PC Support Certificate

Full Time

This program roadmap represents one possible pathway to complete the program. Please see a counselor to create an education plan that is customized to meet your needs. This roadmap is not a guarantee of course availability or financial aid applicability.

Catalog:
2024-25
Total Units:
32

First Year

Semester 1

16 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
RE
CISA 126 / BUSTEC 126
Outlook: Basics
1
RE
CISA 127 / BUSTEC 127
Outlook: Tools
1
RE
CISA 305
Beginning Word Processing
2
RE
CISA 315
Introduction to Electronic Spreadsheets
2
Req
CISC 310
Introduction to Computer Information Science
3
Req
CISC 350
Introduction to Data Communications
1
Req
CISC 351
Introduction to Local Area Networks
1
Req
CISC 362
Microcomputer and Applications Support
2
RE
ENGWR 300 1
College Composition
3

1 or BUS 100.

Semester 2

16 Units
CAT. COURSE TITLE UNIT
Req
BUS 310
Business Communications
3
Req
CISC 320
Operating Systems
1
Req
CISC 361
Information Technology Fundamentals
3
Req
CISC 363
Microcomputer Support Technical - Preparation for A+ Certification
3
Req
CISS 310
Network Security Fundamentals
3
Req
CISS 315
Ethical Hacking
3
Explanation of Categories
RE Restricted Elective A course selected from a list of elective courses specified for this program in the course list in the catalog, which can be replaced with another course from the same list
Req Required Core A course that is required for this program

Career path

Career Options:

This certificate prepares students for entry-level IT positions in PC support.

Scheduling Notes:

  • CISA 126/BUSTEC 126 is offered during the 1st 8 weeks and CISA 127/BUSTEC 127 is offered during the 2nd 8 weeks, so they can be taken in the same semester.
  • CISC 361 is offered during the 1st 8 weeks and CISC 363 is offered during the 2nd 8 weeks, so they can be taken in the same semester.
  • CISC 362 is offered in the fall.

Other Notes:

  • CISC 320 must be taken using the Windows operating system.
  • This certificate covers all of the objectives of the Computer Technology Industry Associates (CompTIA) A+ certification exam.

Published April 12, 2024

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