Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The IT Service Desk Technician is responsible for taking calls, troubleshooting, tracking and resolving issues for customers. This person must be an excellent communicator and troubleshooter who can excel in a fast paced environment. This certificate is designed for the individual seeking a position in the computer service desk environment. Students gain the skills necessary to operate, configure, and troubleshoot including an awareness of issues surrounding computer security in today's highly technological world. Students are also introduced to the concepts and practices required of an entry-level technology professional in an effort to prepare them to become service providers.Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy, familiarity with the Internet, college-level reading and communication ability, and proficiency in basic mathematics. All students must pass the Computer Literacy assessment test before registering for these courses.
Award Outcomes
Understand changing role of IS Professionals.
Describe issues surrounding computer security.
Provide solutions using office suite.
Perform basic operating system functions.
Exhibit customer service skills.
Utilize office suite personal information manager.
Apply problem-solving methodologies.
Provide critical-thinking solution strategies.
Differentiate desktop vs. cloud apps.
Semester Sequence
Completion of this award may require taking courses at both campuses. For more information, please contact your faculty program advisor.
Graduation (23 Credits)
Prerequisite: Basic computer literacy, familiarity with the Internet, college-level reading and communication ability, and proficiency in basic mathematics.
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice. This listing is to be used strictly as an advising tool.
6/24/2019 : BP 2123 / EP 2124