IT Fundamentals Certificate
Entry Time
Fall
Award
Certificate
1 year (2 terms)
Technologists work in a fast-paced and challenging profession. They work with and support end users with various technology issues and needs. Certificate-seeking students will have an introduction to network infrastructure, desktop and server management, and basic web design and programming logic. In addition to technical course training, the student will have an introduction to teamwork and communication skills, critical thinking and problem solving, and legal aspects of technology.
The certificate strives to provide the award holder with the potential to enter the workforce in an introductory technology role with the opportunity to continue pursuit of a diploma and/or associates degree.
The coursework strives to provide vendor agnostic situations to give the graduate the greatest breadth of preparation, however vendor specifics are necessary to learn, test and demonstrate the coursework student learning outcomes.
In addition to the certificate and with additional study, coursework should give direction to the student for some of the following industry credentials: CompTIA A+; CompTIA Network+; Microsoft Fundamentals Certifications.
This certificate is eligible for state and federal financial aid.
Career Opportunities
- help desk technician
- call center support technician
Certificate Requirements
| Term 1 | Credit Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| NET-130 | Computer Concepts 1 | 3 |
| NET-165 | Network Plus 1 | 3 |
| CIS-121 | Intro to Programming Logic 1 | 3 |
| CIS-207 | Fundamentals of Web Program 1 | 3 |
| Term Totals: | 12 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| NET-630 | Ethics in Info Tech 1 | 3 |
| NET-650 | Cloud Infrastructure 1 | 3 |
| NET-168 | Admin Windows Server 1 | 3 |
| NET-235 | CCNA Cisco 1 1 | 3 |
| Term Totals: | 12 | |
| Program Totals: | 24 | |
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Minimum C- to graduate