Certificate Programs

Electronics Servicingelectronic servicing

Length: One-year Program - Two semesters plus Summer Session

Purpose: Job opportunities in the field of computer and electronics repair are expected to increase significantly over the next decade. The Electronics Servicing program is geared to train students to enter the field of electronic service and repair by introducing students to the fundamental principles of electronics. Students diagnose electronic problems, select proper tools and test equipment and utilize these to locate and repair various electronic devices. Students add to their electronic knowledge by taking courses in computer repair, internetworking, electronics communication, technical writing and human relations.

The areas of concentration include computer repair and networking technology with an emphasis on computer assembly and upgrading, magnetic data storage, printer repair, video display systems, network server installation, and server maintenance.

Occupational Objectives:

Electronics Computer Technician
Computer Network Technician
Server Installation Technician
Server Maintenance Technician

Admission Requirements: Applicant must meet the general requirements of admission to the college.

Program Requirements: The student is required to take specialized courses in Electronics, as well as related Math and other general education courses.

Program Features: Students who wish to sit for the CompTIA A+ exam will have the necessary skills to do so at the end of the second semester. In addition, students who successfully complete the certificate in Electronics Servicing may take the last two semesters of the Computer Electronics program to receive a diploma.

Course
Number
Course Title Lecture
Hours
Lab
Hours
Course
Credits
First Semester
MTH 103 Applied Technical Mathematics I 3 0 3
  or Approved Math Elective 3 0 3
TEL 150 Internetworking I 3 3 4
SDV 108 College Survival Skills or 1 0 1
SDV 106 Preparation for Employment      
ETR 166 Fundamentals of Computer Tech. 3 3 4
ESR 158 Electronic Circuits for Comp. 3 3 4
TOTAL 12-13 9-12 16
         
  Second Semester      
ENG 101 or Practical Writing 3 0 3
ENG *** Approved English Elective      
TEL 151 Internetworking II 3 3 4
ESR 150 Software Configuration and
Diagnostics
3 3 4
MTH 104 Applied Technical Mathematics II 3 0 3
  or Approved Math Elective 3 0 3
ETR 143 Devices and Applications 3 3 4
TOTAL 13-14 11-12 17-18
Summer Session
ITN 115 Windows 2003 Server 3 2 4
ESR 294 Technical Certification 2 0 2
ETR 193 Studies in Internet Technology 2 0 2
ITN 116 Windows 2003 Network Infrastructure Implementation, Management & Maintenance 3 2 4
TOTAL 10 4 12

Total Credits for Electronics Servicing Certificate 46