Computer Repair Program
Students
will develop skills in computer hardware repair and maintenance,
operating systems, networking, and technical support. Hardware skills
that will be learned include assembly, upgrade, repair and troubleshooting
of personal computers. The students will also focus on learning
how to install, configure, and manage a variety of operating systems.
These will include operating systems such as DOS, Microsoft Windows,
and Linux. The students will be introduced to the basics of networking
including setting up networks, what is required for Internet access,
and basic network troubleshooting.
Those
students interested in computer repair must also have good professional
skills. These include technical writing, customer service, help
desk operations, and user training. Courses will feature hands-on
experience as well as theory to properly equip the student for career
success. Another feature of the program is preparation for industry
certifications. These certifications include A+ and N+. (Possibly
MCP)
This program will also allow a student to continue on into a Computer Networking Degree with the possibility of other options being available.