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Computer Applications | Network Administration
Area of study
Information and Communication Technologies
Course Language
English
About Program

Program Overview


PC Support and Network Management, Certificate of Achievement (C)

Overview

This Certificate program provides training in preparation for immediate employment in a variety of information systems positions in business, government, and industrial settings. It provides skills needed for career entry and/or advancement in such positions as business applications specialist, PC network support technician, and information systems/database specialist.


Requirements

Complete all Department Requirements for the Certificate of Achievement with a cumulative grade point average (GPA) of 2.0 or better. Candidates for a Certificate of Achievement are required to complete at least 20% of the department requirements through SBCC.


Course List

  • CIS 101: Introduction to Computers and Information Systems (4 units)
  • CIS 111: Computer User Support (2 units)
  • CIS 112: Help Desk Concepts (2 units)
  • CIS 114: Virtualization Concepts (2-3 units)
    • or CIS 115: Cloud Computing Essentials
    • or CIS 116: Cloud Implementation
  • CIS 200: Windows PowerShell (2 units)
  • CIS 201: UNIX/LINUX System Administration (3-4 units)
    • or CIS 219: VMware vSphere System Administration
    • or CIS 228: Apple macOS System Administration
  • CIS 206: MS Windows Server System Administration (4 units)
  • CIS 218: MS Windows Desktop System Administration (4 units)
  • CNEE 102: A+ Computers and Network Support (4 units)
  • CNEE 110: Networking Essentials (4 units)
  • COMP 101: Introduction to Computer Applications (4 units)

Total Units: 35.00-37.00


Optional

  • CIS 290: Work Experience In Computer Information Systems (1-4 units)

Learning Outcomes

  1. Design, select, and implement essential software, hardware, and networking components to satisfy user needs in a business environment.
  2. Install and administer desktop and server operating systems.
  3. Communicate effectively with users to diagnose and resolve computer-related problems.

Recommended Sequence

Make an appointment with your SBCC academic counselor through Starfish to create a Student Education Plan that reflects a recommended course sequence for this program that is tailored to your individual needs.


Program Outline

Degree Overview:


Overview:

  • The PC Support and Network Management Certificate of Achievement (C) program provides training for individuals seeking immediate employment in information systems roles within business, government, and industrial settings.
  • The program equips students with the skills required for entry-level positions or career advancement in areas such as business applications specialist, PC network support technician, and information systems/database specialist.

Outline:


Content and Structure:

  • The Certificate program covers essential topics in computer and network support, including:
  • Introduction to Computers and Information Systems
  • Computer User Support
  • Help Desk Concepts
  • Virtualization Concepts or Cloud Computing Essentials or Cloud Implementation
  • Windows PowerShell
  • UNIX/LINUX System Administration or VMware vSphere System Administration or Apple macOS System Administration
  • MS Windows Server System Administration
  • MS Windows Desktop System Administration
  • A+ Computers and Network Support
  • Networking Essentials
  • Introduction to Computer Applications

Careers:


Potential Career Paths:

  • The completion of this Certificate program qualifies graduates for entry-level positions in the following areas:
  • Business applications specialist
  • PC network support technician
  • Information systems/database specialist
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