Computer Technician Certificate

2024-2025

CIP 111006 (4CTC)

The Computer Technician program prepares individuals for entry-level jobs in the personal computer industry involving the installation, upgrading and servicing of personal computer systems and computer networks. Three common examples of positions in which a graduate of this program might be employed are retail computer store technician, field service technician for a computer/network systems reseller and in-house computer/network technician for a large company.

Students in this program gain extensive experience with computer hardware, software and networks. Upon successful completion of the program, the student is prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam, the competency standard for service technicians in the computer industry.

Program Requirements

Major Courses (27 credit hours)
CIS 1018 - Introduction to PC Applications
3 Credits *
CIS 1024 - Intro to Operating Systems
3 Credits
CNG 1020 - A+ Certification Preparation
4 Credits
CNG 1021 - Computer Technician I: A+
4 Credits
CNG 1022 - Computer Technician II: A+
4 Credits
CNG 1024 - Networking I: Network+
3 Credits
CNG 1025 - Networking II: Network+
3 Credits
CNG 2011 - Windows Configuration: (OS)
3 Credits **
Note(s):

*Students may substitute any of the following courses for CIS 1018: CIS 1035, CIS 1061, CIS 1045 and CIS 1055.
**Students may substitute the following course for CNG 2011: CIS 128

Total: 27 credit hours

Graduation Requirements

  • Apply for graduation online at www.arapahoe.edu/graduation.
  • As a graduate of a Career and Technical Education program you will be contacted by an ACC employee in approximately six months to verify your employment information. This information gathering is a federal requirement to ensure that ACC receives certain federal funding.