Career Pathway Certificate of Completion

Catalog Year 2017-2018

This entry-level certificate demonstrates proficiency in basic personal computer and small network implementation. Holders of this certificate are trained in personal computer setup, maintenance and general repair; small office and home Local Area Network (LAN) design, implementation, maintenance, and basic cyber security considerations appropriate for this level. Jobs appropriate for this certification include but are not limited to general computer repair, network technician, computer lab assistant and computer help desk. Students completing this certificate are able to sit for the CompTIA A+ certifications and the Cisco C-Cent certificate.

Program Outcomes

At the completion of this program, the student should be able to:

• Perform preventative hardware and software maintenance
• Troubleshoot and correct computer hardware and software problems
• Conceptualize possible solution for Small Office/Home Office (SOHO) networks
• Assemble, reconfigure and upgrade personal computers
• Work with others as part of a computer team

For success in this program, entering students are recommended to be proficient in basic computer skills.

The Secure Network Technician program is not financial aid eligible. However, the related degree program, CyberSecurity and Networking is aid eligible.