Programs & Degrees

Microcomputer Support Technology

Delivery: A mix of daytime, evening, and blended online classes
Start: Fall, Spring, or Summer; Full- or Part-Time

Microcomputer Support Technology — Associate in Applied Science Degree (64 credits)
Microcomputer Support Technician — Diploma (48 credits)
Personal Computer Support Specialist — Occupational Certificate (30 credits)
Advanced Computer Support — Certificate (16 credits)
Cisco Networking Support — Certificate (16 credits)
Linux System Administrator — Certificate (16 credits)

About the Program

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The field of microcomputer support technology will be one of the fastest growing career fields in Minnesota for the next ten years. The Microcomputer Support Technology program at prepares you to analyze, design, and implement organizational information needs; recommend appropriate security policy, hardware and software systems; and implement or train others to use these systems. Specific jobs that you will be qualified for carry such titles as network support specialist, network analyst, network engineer, PC support specialist, and PC help desk.

Articulation Agreements

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Articulation agreements provide students with educational plans that help them transfer into four-year colleges and universities.

• Transfer Planning - Articulation Agreements

Potential Job Titles

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Computer Support Specialists

Salary Data

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• Computer Support Specialists
  Average Wage: $24.69/hour
  Top Earners: $35.73/hour

(seven county metro area - www.iseek.org)

Program Prerequisites

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Microcomputer Support Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree

• Assessment score placement in MATH 0070 or higher, or completion of MATH 0030 with a grade of C or higher and assessment score placement in ENGL 1021, or completion of ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher

Microcomputer Support Technician Diploma

• Assessment score placement in MATH 0070 or higher, or completion of MATH 0030 with a grade of C or higher and assessment score placement in ENGL 1021, or completion of ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher.

Personal Computer Support Specialist Occupational Certificate

• Assessment score placement in MATH 0070 or higher, or completion of MATH 0030 with a grade of C or higher and assessment score placement in ENGL 1021, or completion of ENGL 0090 with a grade of C or higher.

Advanced Computer Support Certificate

• Proficiency in the knowledge and skills related to configuring and maintaining Microsoft 7 Professional and Microsoft Server 2008 OR Microsoft Certified Professional certification for both 70-270 and 70-291 OR appropriate coursework OR instructor consent.

Cisco Networking Support Certificate

• Enrollment in the Microcomputer Support Technology AAS degree program and demonstrated proficiency in the knowledge and skills related to configuring and maintaining routers and switches OR instructor consent.

Linux System Administrator Certificate

• Proficiency in the basic knowledge and skills related to configuring and maintaining a Linux Operating System environment OR Appropriate coursework OR Instructor Consent.

Contact Information

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Admissions Office	651.773.1700	admissions@century.edu	Room 2350 West
Counseling Office	651.779.3285	Ask Century	Room 2410 West
Financial Aid Office	651.779.3305	finaid@century.edu	Room 2320 West

Program Contact Information

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Israel Aladejeb	651.773.7187	israel.aladejeb@century.edu	Room 1743 East
Dave Keller	651.779.5833	dave.keller@century.edu	Room 1741 East

For more detailed information concerning advising questions see program guide and/or contact a counselor. Information is subject to change.

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