Networking and Microcomputer Technology
Program Overview
The Certificate prepares students well for Help Desk positions. Help Desk positions are good jobs in themselves as well as excellent foot-in-door opportunities for students who would aspire ultimately to become application developers.
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Program Plan
Certificate - 29 credits
COCP 1200 Introduction to UNIX (2)
COCP 1201 Microsoft OS Basics (2)
COCP 1202 Networking Basics (3)
COCP 1208 Networking Administration 1 (2)
COCP 1209 Workstation Operating System 1 (3)
COCP 1210 Help Desk Concepts (1)
COCP 1220 Microcomputer Database (3)
COCP 1225 Supporting Applications Users (3)
COCP 1250 Microcomputer Hardware Support (3)
COCP 1253 Microsoft Server OS 1 (3)
PTCG 1225 Job Seeking (1)
Math Electives (3)
Click here for a printable version of the program plan.
Career and Employment Information
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics:
"Employment of computer support specialists is expected to increase faster than the average for all occupations through 2014, as organizations continues to adopt increasingly sophisticated technology and integrate it into their systems. Job growth will continue to be driven by the ongoing expansion of the computer system design and related services industry, which is projected to remain one of the fastest-growing industries in the U.S. economy."
This employment information is from the U.S. Department of Labor. For the detailed report, click here.
Cost of Program
The cost of the program per credit is $144.71.
Certificate: 29 credits = $4,196.59 + $1000 (est. books & supplies) = $5,696.59
