Computer Technician, Diploma

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A Computer Technician installs, modifies, and makes minor repairs to microcomputer hardware and software systems, and provides technical assistance and training to system users. They also install or assist service personnel in installation of hardware and peripheral components, such as monitors, keyboards, printers, and disk drives. They answer client inquiries in person and via telephone concerning systems operation; diagnose system hardware, software, and operator problems; and recommend or perform minor remedial actions to correct problems based on the knowledge of system operations.

TECHNOLOGY REQUIREMENTS: This degree requires students to purchase a Southeast Tech laptop from the Southeast Tech IT Support Center.

Program Curriculum | 32 Credits Minimum

First Semester

GEN ED REQ - Computer Technician Computer Requirement 3 Credit Hours
SSS 100 - Student Success Seminar 2 Credit Hours
CIS 112 - Network Electronics 2 Credit Hours
CIS 151 - Microcomputer Hardware 4 Credit Hours
CIS 180 - Windows Server OS 4 Credit Hours

Second Semester

GEN ED REQ - Computer Technician Communications Requirement 3 Credit Hours
GEN ED REQ - Computer Technician Mathematics Requirement 3 Credit Hours
CIS 130 - Introduction to Programming 3 Credit Hours
CIS 160 - Linux Administration 4 Credit Hours
CIS 171 - Introduction to Networking 4 Credit Hours

Additional Information

Students entering a program in any semester other than outlined may not graduate in the expected amount of time.