Computer and Information Systems – Computer Maintenance

Program description

The Computer Maintenance Certificate Program provides the exposure and training necessary to maintain and troubleshoot common PC computer systems. This program provides hands-on training in basic electronics, Operating System installation and maintenance, PC repair and computer management and prepares students for entry level jobs and is a pathway to the Information Technology Core Concepts Certificate and the Associate Degree Program in Information Systems - Systems Management, which has two areas of emphasis including Microsoft Server and CISCO Networking. The program prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam.

This is a locally approved certificate. Upon satisfactory completion of the listed requirements and application for completion of the certificate to Admissions and Records, the student will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate program is not approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office; therefore, completion of the certificate will not be listed on the student’s transcript.

Program learning outcomes

Upon successful completion of this certificate, the student should be able to:

1. Identify and troubleshoot common problems with computer parts and how to solve the associated problems.
2. Describe the different types of memory, how each operates and installation procedure.
3. Install a Microsoft operating system and configure the computer as a typical workstation.

Certificate requirements