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MICROCOMPUTER NETWORK TECHNOLOGIES

View Microcomputer Technologies A.A.S (G): 312
View Electronics and Wireless Technology Certificate (G): 227
View Microcomputer Technician Certificate (G): 210
View A+ Microcomputer Certification Qualification Letter of Recognition (G): 801


Students in the microcomputer network technologies curricula may pursue a course of study leading to the A.A.S., a certificate, or a letter of recognition. The associate’s degree curriculum is designed to prepare graduates for technical employment in a high-technology area. The certificate curricula are for individuals seeking a career change or desiring to augment their education for career advancement. Students also have the option of transferring to certain four-year institutions that offer bachelor of technology degree programs.


Microcomputer Network Technologies A.A.S. (G): 312

This A.A.S track provides entry-level skills in the field of microcomputers, electronics, and network technologies. Topics include basic electronics, microcomputer architecture, configuration, peripherals, and installation; microcomputer troubleshooting and repair; and network wired and wireless installation, operation, and troubleshooting.

General Education and Other Requirements (23 credit hours)
EN 101 Techniques of Reading and Writing 3
  English foundation 3
  Health foundation 1
  Mathematics foundation 3
  Speech foundation 3
  Arts or humanities distribution 3
  Behavioral and social sciences distribution 3
  Natural sciences lab distribution 4

Microcomputer Network Technologies Requirements (37 [38] credit hours)
MT 127 Microcomputer Control Programs 3
MT 130 Network Cabling Technology 3
MT 140 Microcomputer Configuration and Installation 3
MT 264 Microcomputer Systems Troubleshooting and Repair I 4
MT 270 Networks I: Installation, Operation, Troubleshooting 4
MT 271 Networks II: Installing, Configuring, and Maintaining the Network Operating System 4
MT 272 Networks III: Advanced Networking Operating Systems 4
  Technical electives* 12 (13)


Total credit hours  60 (61)

* Choose courses with MT or NW designators, or CA 172.



Electronics and Wireless Technology Certificate (G): 227

This curriculum, incorporating basic electronics and digital electronic devices and communication systems, prepares students to enter the wireless communication systems field. It also provides a foundation in cellular theory and construction of wireless communication systems.
MT 145 Electronics for Computers 4
MT 146 Digital Logic and Microprocessor Fundamentals 4
MT 220 Solid State Devices 3
MT 229 Communication Systems 4
MT 270 Networks I: Installation, Operation, Troubleshooting 4
MT 274 Introduction to Wireless Technology 4

Total credit hours  23



Microcomputer Technician Certificate (G): 210

This certificate curriculum will allow students to enter the computer technician field at a more basic level than that associated with the complete spectrum of courses for the A.A.S. program. It will qualify the student to take the A+ certification examination and will serve as partial preparation for network certification examinations. The student may also elect to apply all of these credits toward completion of the associate’s degree.
MT 127 Microcomputer Control Programs 3
MT 140 Microcomputer Configuration and Installation 3
MT 145 Electronics for Computers 4
MT 146 Digital Logic and Microprocessor Fundamentals 4
MT 264 Microcomputer Systems Troubleshooting and Repair I 4
MT 270 Networks I: Installation, Operation, Troubleshooting 4

Total credit hours  22



A+ Microcomputer Certification
Qualification Letter of Recognition (G): 801

This sequence of courses is designed to develop skills in microcomputer technology that will prepare students to take the A+ certification examination. Students must demonstrate skills in operating systems control programs for microcomputers and the setup, configuration, and operation of microcomputers. A grade of C or better is required in each course.

MT 127 Microcomputer Control Programs 3
MT 140 Microcomputer Configuration and Installation 3

Total credit hours  6

Refer to course description pages to identify courses with prerequisites.
Courses in italics meet General Education requirements
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