Computer Support Specialist Diploma

The Computer Support Specialist Diploma Program provides you with the concepts, principles, and techniques required for proficiency in general computer hardware and networking and with in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office application software including Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Desktop Publishing. As a graduate, you will be qualified as a help-desk consultant and a desktop applications specialist.

Career Information and Occupational Outlook:

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Program Admission Requirements:

Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma or official GED scores.
Be at least 16 years old.
Present appropriate test scores, or present an official transcript documenting college level English and mathematics with grades of "C" or better.
No special admission allowed in the program.

Curriculum Outline:

Course	Title	Credit Hours
General Core Courses (18 Credit Hours)
ENG 1010	Fundamentals of English I	5
ENG 1012	Fundamentals of English II	5
MAT 1013	Algebraic Concepts, or	5
MAT 1011	Business Math	5
EMP 1000A	Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development	2
EMP 1000B	Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development	1
Fundamental Occupational Courses (25 Credit Hours)
SCT 100	Introduction to Microcomputers	3
CIS 173	PC Operating Systems Concepts	6
CIS 105	Program Design and Development	5
CIS 106	Computer Concepts	5
CIS 1140	Networking Fundamentals, or	6
CIS 2321	Introduction to LAN and WAN	6
Specific Occupational Courses (47 Credit Hours)
CIS 122	Microcomputer Installation and Maintenance	7
CIS 127	Comprehensive Word Processing and Desktop Publishing Techniques	6
CIS 2228	Comprehensive Spreadsheet Techniques	6
CIS 2229	Comprehensive Database Techniques	6
CIS	Language Course Elective/Electives from Approved List	7
CIS	Specific Occupational-Guided Electives Approved by Advisor	15

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Last updated: April 16, 2009.