Computer Support Technology
As businesses rely more and more on computer applications, the importance of quality computer support grows. Computer Support Technicians must enjoy working with people to offer technical assistance with knowledge of computer networking, repair, and programming. Emphasis is put on training for A+ (at the completion of your first year) and Net+ (at the completion of your second year) certification.
Students enrolled full-time can expect to enter the workforce after completing 18 months of coursework.
Visit Highland Community College Technical Center to learn more about an exciting career in CST!
Here are some helpful resources:
| First Semester | ||
| CST103 | Operating Systems | 2 |
| CST104 | Networking Fundamentals | 2 |
| CST111 | PC Fundamentals | 3 |
| CST122 | Technical Writing | 2 |
| CRT132 | PC Troubleshooting Essentials | 6 |
| Total for First Semester | 15 | |
| Second Semester | ||
| CST133 | LINUX | 2 |
| CST154 | Advanced PC Troubleshooting | 3 |
| CST156 | Integrated Applications | 2 |
| CST157 | Supporting the Operating System | 5 |
| CRT191 | Certification Training Lab | 3 |
| Total for Second Semester | 15 | |
| Total for First Year | 30 | |
| Third Semester | ||
| CST201 | Advanced Operating Systems | 3 |
| CST204 | WAN Technologies | 2 |
| CST205 | Advanced Integrated Applications | 3 |
| CST206 | Programming | 2 |
| CST207 | Technical Support Lab I | 2 |
| NET125 | Introduction to Net+ | 3 |
| Total for Third Semester | 15 | |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| CST208 | Network Operating Systems | 2 |
| CST209 | Network Operating Systems Lab | 5 |
| CST210 | Advanced Net+ | 2 |
| CST211 | Technical Support Lab II | 2 |
| NET195 | Certification Training Lab Net+ | 3 |
| Total for Fourth Semester | 14 | |
| Total for Second Year | 29 | |
| Total Credits for Certificate | 59 | |
| Elective | ||
| CST295 | Occupational Work Experience |
| 1 |