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School of Technical & Professional Specialties

Computer Support Specialist - A+Certification (KCMS)

This program is no longer accepting new students

Students seeking CompTIA A+ certification please see Desktop Support Technician
Students seeking CompTIA Net+ certification please see Network Support Technician

The Computer Support Specialist Program covers system assembly, computer repair, troubleshooting skills, network support, customer service, and software installation. Various electives and operating systems are offered, including Mac, Windows, Customer Service, Externships, and Linux. Skills obtained in this program leading to industry certifications include CompTIA A+ and Network+, Microsoft MCTS, and Linux.

Certificate of Proficiency: 600 Hours


Occupations in this area.

For state and national occupation information, visit O*Net Online and enter the following O*Net code(s):

  • 15-1041.00 Computer User Support Specialist

Future Education Opportunities

The Computer Support Specialist Certificate of Proficiency is a pathway towards completion with SLCC’s School of Business, Computer Sciences and Information Systems, AS and AAS degree programs. Students who successfully complete the full certificate program may have a set of courses waived towards degree completion per the Course Equivalency Agreement. No courses will be waived for partial completion of the certificate program.

Contact us

For more information about other related programs, please contact us at SATTS@slcc.edu or 801-957-4073. 

Required Courses: (450 Clock Hours)

Course
Title
Clock Hours
Semester
Prerequisite
Course KAOS 0170
Title Computer Concepts
Clock Hours 30
Semester A
Prerequisite None.
Course KCMS 0139
Title Computer Components
Clock Hours 60
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0149
Title Storage and Multimedia
Clock Hours 60
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0159
Title Wired and Wireless
Clock Hours 60
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0189
Title Software and Security
Clock Hours 60
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KWRK 0515
Title Job-Seeking Skills
Clock Hours 15
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0249
Title Introduction to Networking
Clock Hours 85
Semester
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0259
Title Advanced Networking
Clock Hours 80
Semester
Prerequisite

Elective Courses: Choose 150 Hours (Minimum)

Course
Title
Clock Hours
Semester
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0810
Title MTA Network Fundamentals
Clock Hours 50
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0820
Title MTA Security Fundamentals
Clock Hours 50
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0830
Title MTA Windows Server Admin
Clock Hours 50
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0840
Title MTA Computer Fundamentals
Clock Hours 50
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0201
Title Basic Externship
Clock Hours 75
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0202
Title Advanced Externship
Clock Hours 75
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0415
Title Linux Administration
Clock Hours 75
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0440
Title Intro to Security Principles
Clock Hours 75
Semester A
Prerequisite
Course KCMS 0450
Title Advanced Security Principles
Clock Hours 75
Semester A
Prerequisite

Tuition and Fees

 

N/A

Available Class Schedules

Taylorsville Redwood Campus
4600 South Redwood Road, TB 518
Salt Lake City, Utah 84130

Mon - Thu 7:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Fri 8:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.


Financial Aid

PELL, VA


Requirements

TABE Test Required:

  • Reading: 8.0
  • Math: 8.0

Gainful Employment Disclosure

Computer Support Specialist


COURSE/PROGRAM DELIVERY MODEL

This program is offered in a Competency Based Education (CBE) format. It is divided into several payment periods consisting of 10-weeks each, except for the final one which is variable in length. This allows students to accelerate and complete as many courses as they can within each of those time periods while the tuition and fees remain fixed. Students will be expected to invest a minimum of 16 to 24 hours per week on coursework and will enroll in each course according to the established sequence in the catalog.

Students who only need one or more courses for purposes other than earning a certificate for a full program of study may enroll for Personalized Professional Training (PPT) courses, available in select program areas.

Students receiving Federal Financial Aid or VA funding please contact your academic advisor for specific information regarding eligibility.

Other

CompTia A+ Certification Test (subject to change): $178.00
Students need a USB Flash Drive and headphones for the first day of class.