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Turn Your Tech Skills Into a Career

NOTE: This program has been sunset. If you are currently enrolled in the program, you may complete your coursework according to the planned schedule of offerings that was emailed to you. We are no longer accepting applications for new students.

Get to know what's behind the computer screen so you can determine problems and apply solutions to all aspects of computers - from the parts and hardware, to software and networks. Stay up to date, explore specialty areas such as A+ certification, and understand the way a Help Desk should function to support large and small organizations.

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    Est. Tuition $2,700

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    Learning Format Online

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    Duration 12 months *

    *Duration times can vary talk to your student success coach for more information.
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    Total Units 14 Units

  • Help Desk concepts, operation and support
  • PC hardware and architecture (A+ certification training)
  • Physical and virtual networks including hubs, routers, Ethernet, TCP/IP protocols (Network+ certification training)
  • Security concepts and procedures (Security+ certification training)
For an entry-level position, but it can also benefit anyone who wishes to build and support home or small business computers and networks.

  • High school education or equivalent

Certification

The program prepares participants to take industry certification exams such as:

  • A+ certified professionals
  • Network+ certified professionals
  • Security+ certified professionals
University of California programs for professions that require licensure or certification are intended to prepare the student for California licensure and certification requirements. Admission into programs for professions that require licensure and certification does not guarantee that students will obtain a license or certificate. Licensure and certification requirements are set by agencies that are not controlled by or affiliated with the University of California and licensure and certification requirements can change at any time.

The University of California has not determined whether its programs meet other states' educational or professional requirements for licensure and certification. Students planning to pursue licensure or certification in other states are responsible for determining whether, if they complete a University of California program, they will meet their state's requirements for licensure or certification. This disclosure is made pursuant to 34 CFR §668.43(a)(5)(v)(C).

Required Courses

Course Formats
Required.
Required (14 Units )
 
WinterSpringSummerFall
IT Help Desk Operations and SupportThe IT Help Desk is a key component of a successful information technology program.
3 Units
Maintaining and Supporting Computers (A+ Certification Training)This course provides a hands-on exploration of PC architecture for individuals interested in troubleshooting, repair and help desk support.
4 Units
Networking (Network+ Certification Training)Participants learn about the design, installation, maintenance and administration of a variety of networks including Microsoft Windows.
3 Units
Security+ Certification TrainingDesigned to enhance your knowledge in security concepts, tools and procedures and demonstrates how to react to security incidents.
4 Units

Getting Started

We offer multiple start dates to give you flexibility in your eduction, life and work schedules.

Jan10Winter 2022
Jan10Winter 2022
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