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Computer Systems Technician


Closer than you think!
Program offered at:
Altoona
Program length:  21 months
Total credits:       109 credits
Graduates earn an Associate in Specialized Technology Degree 
WHERE ARE COMPUTER SYSTEMS
SPECIALISTS WORKING?
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» 53% Employed with service-providing
firms, such as computer system design and
consulting companies
PENNSYLVANIA JOB OUTLOOK*
  • Employment of Computer Systems Specialists in PA is expected to grow
  • Advanced technology has created demand for computer support specialists and help-desk personnel

Computer Systems Technician Program Overview

Employers are searching for the right people with the computer skills and knowledge to keep their computer systems current and operating efficiently.

As a Computer Systems Technician you could find yourself working for a wide variety of employers. From retail business to corporate offices, Computer Systems Specialists are responsible for keeping hardware and software up to date. Computer firms and telecommunications companies utilize the skills of Technical support specialists to provide computer system set up, maintenance and troubleshooting. Financial Institutions and companies with multiple workstations or locations may require secure networking and server installation from certified Network Technicians. Companies like healthcare organizations and government agencies employ Database coordinators to manage large amounts of information and operating systems. Virtually any type and size of company has the need for skilled Computer Systems Technician.

With training from YTI Career Institute you could become a Computer Systems Technician in as few as 21 months.

What will I study?

Career Success Seminar
Computer Mathematics
PC Technology Fundamentals
Operating Systems I, II
Computer Software Applications
Written Technical Communications
Essentials of Networking
Oral Communications for the IT Professional
Web Page Fundamentals
Data Communications
Advanced Operating Systems
Enhanced PC Technology

Ethics / Issues in the Workplace
Professional Development I, II
CISCO Routing
Internet / Intranet Connectivity
Database Management
Introduction to Programming
Advanced Connectivity and Management
Project Management
Critical Thinking for the IT Technician
Fundamentals of Help Desk Support
Computerized Problem Solving
Externship

What will I learn?

Linux
How to install Microsoft servers
How to set up users, create user profiles and set up permissions
Introduction to CISCO routers and switches
How to use Visual Basic
How to design a database
How to design a webpage
Security detection
Preparation for A+ and Net + certifications
MS operating systems
Internet / Intranet connectivity
Computer hardware
Computerized problem solving

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* Center for Workforce Information & Analysis, Pennsylvania Occupational Outlook Handbook, Computer Systems Technicians, on the Internet at http://www.paworkstats.state.pa.us/paooh/5_comp_%20sys_spls.pdf (visited September 20, 2011).

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