Computer Science and Information Technology - IT Support - AAS

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Program Code: AAS.17136

The IT Support program is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in various areas within the information technology field. Students will configure, monitor, secure, and administer network resources; as well as demonstrate technical skills and ability in analyzing, assessing, diagnosing, and troubleshooting hardware, software, network, and other desktop issues. Also, the IT Support program helps prepare learners to test for the CompTIA A+ certification as well as the TestOut PC Pro certification exams. These certifications make students more marketable to employers as certification validates foundation-level knowledge and skills necessary for a career in IT support. Potential occupations include: Computer Support Specialist, IT Support Specialist, Help Desk Specialist, IT Consultant, Field Technician, Tech Support Technician, Field Supervisor, Systems Hardware Analyst and Network Support Specialist. Additionally, students may apply this program, as a step toward a bachelor's degree

Fall First Year:

CST 126 - Unix/Linux Operating System Credits: 3
CST 128 - Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting Credits: 4
CST 133W - Computer Concepts & Competencies Credits: 4
CST 160 - Networking Essentials Credits: 3

Total Semester Credits: 14

Winter First Year:

CST 161 - CISCO - Introduction to Networking Credits: 3
CST 228 - Advanced Computer Troubleshooting Credits: 4
MTH 118W - Mathematical Explorations Credits: 4
can be taken in place of
OAT 151 - Business Communication I Credits: 3
may be taken in place of

Total Semester Credits: 14

Spring First Year:

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Fall Second Year:

Winter Second Year:

Total Credits: 63

Notations

A grade of “C” (2.0) or higher is required in all CST courses.
1. , , , , , , and are Key courses and must be completed within 5 years of completing the degree. Failure to complete within the stated time frame will require you to repeat this course.