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Helpdesk Support

Length: One year program - two semesters

Purpose: The Helpdesk Support program is designed to provide students with the knowledge to perform hardware and software support services in a networked environment. The student will be exposed to the basic principles of databases, Microsoft office, operating systems, PC repair, security, networks, helpdesk support skills and principles.

Occupational Objectives:

Help Desk Support Specialist
Help Desk/Support Analyst
Help Desk Analyst
IT Help Desk
Help Desk Representative
Help Desk Engineer
Help Desk Support
Help Desk Manager
Help Desk Program Coordinator

Admission Requirements: Admission to the program is governed by the established admission requirements to the College. Prior knowledge of computer hardware, software and Internet is preferred.

Program Requirements: The student will complete course work in Microsoft office, databases, networking, operating systems, PC repair, security and helpdesk support. The courses will emphasis the competencies needed for the student to effectively provide helpdesk support services.

In addition, the student will complete courses that focus on proper communication skills, customer service skills, customer support techniques, working with end-users, troubleshooting problems, writing for end users, and needs analysis.

This program would be a great place to start before getting into the more technical programs of database administration, computer programming and network administration.

Delivery Modes: Program is available through web-based, traditional or on-site courses

Course
Number
Course Title Lecture
Hours
Lab
Hours
Course
Credits
  First Semester      
ITE 215 Advanced Computer Applications & Concepts 3 0 3
ITN 115 Windows Server 2003      
OR        
ITN 171 Unix 1 3 0 3
ITD 130 Database Fundamentals      
OR
ITE 150 Desktop Database Software 3 0 3
ITE 180 Help Desk Support Skills 4 0 4
TOTAL 13 0 13
Second Semester
ITN 101 Introduction to Network Concepts 3 0 3
BUS 106 Security Awareness for Managers 3 0 3
ETR 149 PC Repair 2 0 2
ITE 182 User Support/Help Desk Principles 4 0 4
TOTAL 12 0 12

Program pre-requisite: Keyboarding Skills and ITE 115

Total Minimum Credits for the Career Studies Certificate in Helpdesk Support   25