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Degree Plans - Computer Information Technology (PC Support Awards) - Personal Computer Technology and A+ Certification (formerly Personal Computer Technology) (Archived)

COMPUTER INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY -- PERSONAL COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY AND A+ CERTIFICATION

Brookhaven only

(Skills Achievement Award)

  • Students pursuing this certificate are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Students must earn at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by the college awarding the degree.

Degree Plan Code: SA.CIT.PC/A+CERT.08

This sequence is for students interested in A+ Certification or in learning what goes on "under the cover" of a modern IBM-type personal computer. Completers will learn how a PC works and will also be able to write specifications for PCs, perform routine maintenance and be able to troubleshoot and repair simple problems. It also covers all topics in the industry standard CompTIA A+ certification for computer professionals, and will help prepare students for the A+ certification examination.

Prerequisite: Basic understanding of personal computers and operating systems as obtained in ITSC 1401, BCIS 1405, or COSC 1401 or equivalent experience approved by designated personnel.

CREDIT HOURS

SEMESTER I

ITSC 1405 Introduction to PC Operating Systems 4
4

SEMESTER II

ITSC 1425 Personal Computer Hardware 4
4
Minimum Hours Required 8
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