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Computer Maintenance Technology,
Certificate
Program Design
The Computer Maintenance Technology Certificate program is for students
seeking specific skills in the installation, configuration, and maintenance of
computers and basic to complex computer networks. Students will acquire
background and skills to enable them to understand and work with digital
machines connected to networks. Students will learn to: install, configure,
maintain and upgrade stand-alone computers or computers within networks;
troubleshoot basic hardware and software problems on computers and within
computer networks; understand the fundamentals of computer operating systems;
describe and understand the basic technologies used in Local and Wide
Area Networks, including logical and physical technologies as well as hardware
and software associated with computer networks; and demonstrate sufficient
knowledge in computer and computer networking technology to secure career
placement in the field. Classroom discussion is supplemented with hands-on
computer network laboratory experience and projects.
The experience and training in the Computer Maintenance Technology Certificate
program will begin to prepare students for the core and elective computer
industry network certification examinations such as the national CompTIA
Computer Technicians A+ and Network+ Certification Examination.
Curriculum
Students may enroll in this program full or part-time. Courses are offered during
daytime and/or evening hours. Students who complete the Computer Maintenance
Technology Certificate program and decide to pursue an associates of
science degree may apply all of their credits (27 credits) towards the Computer
Network Technology A.S. Degree program (67 credits). Students should consult
with a computer science/technology faculty advisor to plan their program and
schedule of classes, and to discuss required course prerequisites.
Required Courses
CST* 110 Introduction to Information Technology 3
CST* 123 ‡ Computer Operating Systems 4
CST* 131 Networking Theory and Application 4
CST* 141 Computer Hardware 4
CST* 241 System Software Maintenance 4
CST* 237 Computer Operating Systems
Windows Workstation 4
CST* 242 Server Hardware Maintenance 4
Total Credits Required: 27
Learning Outcomes
1. Differentiate and understand the role and function of various current
and emerging technologies, including, but not limited to, computer
hardware and networking.
2. Describe basic computer organization and the relationship between
hardware components and the operating system.
3. Describe the essential operating system components and the operating
services.
4. Differentiate and apply the basic technologies used in Local and Wide
Area Networks.
5. Demonstrate skills in installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting,
and upgrade of computer operating systems at both the
workstation and server levels.
6. Demonstrate competency in installing, repairing, servicing, troubleshooting
and upgrading computers and peripheral equipment from
the PC technician’s point of view.
7. Demonstrate proficiency in installation, maintenance, upgrade
and troubleshooting of computer operating systems from the PC
technician’s point of view.
‡ Students must take CSC* 125 as a prerequisite for this course.
WARNING: All course numbers in the Connecticut Community College System
are in the process of change. For up-to-date information on any course number,
contact the MCC Registrar’s Office.
Center for Business and Technologies: 860-512-2623 or www.mcc.commnet.edu/cbt/
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