{
  "college": "merced-college",
  "edition": "2026-2027",
  "departmentName": "School of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM)",
  "id": "school-stem--computer-technology-essentials-nc",
  "name": "Computer Technology Essential",
  "award": "Noncredit Certificate",
  "department": "school-stem",
  "sourceUrl": "https://catalog.mccd.edu/schools/programs/school-stem/programs/computer-technology-essentials-nc",
  "blocks": [
    {
      "kind": "text",
      "markdown": "This noncredit program is designed to prepare students for the 21st Century Workforce with the essential skills needed to enter the computer technology workforce, advance within their current place of employment, and/or transfer to credit bearing certificates and degrees in the field.\n\n## Program Student Learning Outcomes:\n\nUpon completion the student will be able to demonstrate entry level computer technology skills for employment.\n\n## Program Requirements:"
    },
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          "code": "ICT-720",
          "title": "Computer Hardware Essentials",
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        },
        {
          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total: (27-54 hours)"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ICT-721",
          "title": "Computer Hardware Essentials",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total: (27-54 hours)"
        },
        {
          "type": "course",
          "code": "ICT-722",
          "title": "Information and Communication Technology Essentials",
          "indent": false
        },
        {
          "type": "total",
          "text": "Total: (54-108 hours)"
        }
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  ]
}