Computer and Network Technician

Application Code:

0497

Degree Received:

Associate in Occupational Studies (AOS)

Academic Department:

Electrician, Computer and Robotics Technician

Description:

This program provides instruction in the basic principles of electricity, electronic, and digital theory and application. Computer software such as word processing, spreadsheets, databases, presentation software, and Web publishing are covered. Students are instructed in computer construction, upgrading, maintenance, and various operating systems. One full semester is dedicated to network technologies, including designing networks, network operating systems, and network diagnostics. Classroom and laboratory instruction prepares the students for industrial certifications such as A+ and Network+.

The computer and network technician program is largely a hands-on learning experience with approximately two-thirds or more of each class day spent in the laboratory. The experiences of the day are arranged to simulate actual employment conditions in many respects.

A laptop computer is required for students entering the computer and network technician program.

Entrance Requirements & Recommendations:

Recommended: Math A (algebra)

Features & Facilities:

Provides the knowledge and skills students need for computer installation, maintenance, networking, and repair
Students earn A+ and Network + certification for computer technicians
Training is provided in Novel, Unix, and Microsoft Windows networks
Prepares students for Microsoft Office certifications (MOUS) in Word, Excel, Access, Powerpoint, and Outlook

Graduation Requirements:

A student must successfully complete all courses in the prescribed four-semester program and earn a minimum cumulative index of 2.0, which is equivalent to a "C" average.

Career Opportunities:

Computer Lab Technician
Computer Repair Technician
Computer Network Specialist
Computer Field Service Technician
Client Service/Customer Suppport Technician
Offsite Computer Support Technician

Typical Semester Layout:

Students receive 1,800 hours of practical experience and classroom training in the two years at the Wellsville campus. Approximately 1,400 hours are hands-on lab work. Classes start at 8 a.m. and end at 2:50 p.m. each day.

First Semester			credits
ELTR	1113	Intro to Microcomputer Software Theory	3
ELTR	1123	Intro to Microcomputer Software Lab	3
ELTR	1133	Spreadsheet & Database Application Theory	3
ELTR	1143	Spreadsheet & Database Application Lab	3
ELTR	1153	Intro to Electricity Theory	3
ELTR	1163	Intro to Electricity Lab	3
			18

Second Semester			credits
ELTR	2313	Fund of UNIX/LINUX Theory	3
ELTR	2323	Fund of UNIX/LINUX Lab	3
ELTR	2233	Intro to Digital Electronics Theory	3
ELTR	2243	Intro to Digital Elec Lab	3
ELTR	2253	Intro to Wireless Communication Theory	3
ELTR	2263	Intro to Wireless Comm Lab	3
			18

Third Semester			credits
ELTR	3113	Computer Repair Theory	3
ELTR	3123	Computer Repair Lab	3
ELTR	3133	Operating Systems Theory	3
ELTR	3143	Operating Systems Lab	3
ELTR	3153	Intro to Networks Theory	3
ELTR	3163	Intro to Networks Lab	3
			18

Fourth Semester			credits
ELTR	4113	Networking Concepts I Theory	3
ELTR	4123	Network’g Concepts I Lab	3
ELTR	4133	Networking Concepts II Theory	3
ELTR	4143	Network’g Concepts II Lab	3
ELTR	4153	Server Technologies Theory	3
ELTR	4163	Server Technologies Lab	3
			18

Employment and Transfer Report

Employment and Transfer Rate:

83%

Survey Details	2005	2006	2007
Receiving Degrees	9	7	8
Responding to Survey	5(56%)	3(43%)	6(75%)
Employed	3(60%)	3(100%)	3(50%)
Employed in Field	3(100%)	2(67%)	2(67%)
Transfered	2(40%)	--	2(33%)
Unemployed & Seeking Employment	--	--	1(17%)
Unemployed & Not Seeking Employment	--	--	--

Salary Information
NACE Annual Average Salary Survey Data (2003-04 survey for associate degree program; 2007-08 for baccalaureate degree program)	$28,100
DOL Annual Mean Salary (2007 survey for those employed in this career path)	$47,630

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