PC Technician

The PC Technician Specialization provides opportunity for students to pursue a variety of computer professional certifications including:

• Microsoft Certified Systems Administration (MCSA)
• Linux +
• A + Hardware Certification
• Security +

Students have the option of obtaining employment using their computer skills or transferring to a four-year institution and receiving a baccalaureate degree. Some job opportunities are listed below:

• Hardware Support for small- to medium-sized business
• Help Desk Support
• Technical Writers
• IT Sales and/or Training
• PC Technician Repair

Upon successful completion of the PC Technician Specialization, the graduate will be able to

• select appropriate components required to build, repair, and/or troubleshoot systems incorporating correct computer system standards,
• apply mastery of hardware functionality to specify systems and components to support individuals and business,
• install new hardware and/or replacement components,
• investigate, identify, and implement solutions for hardware and software issues,
• install operating systems, drivers, applications, and updates,
• implement systems to identify, remove, and prevent viruses, Trojans, worms, and spyware using available software, and
• demonstrate suitable customer service and computer user support skills.