CA71 CompTIA A+ Certified Technician Preparation, Technical Certificate of Credit

Offered at the Griffin Campus and Henry Site

Program Entrance Term:	Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Length of Program:	2 terms
Minimum Credit Hours for Graduation:	18

Program Description

The CompTIA A+ Certified Technician Preparation technical certificate of credit program is designed to provide computer users with the skills and knowledge necessary to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam. Earning CompTIA A+ certification shows that the individual possesses the knowledge, technical skills, and customer relations skills essential for working as a successful entry-level computer service technician.

Admission Requirements

• Submit completed application and application fee
• Be at least 16 years of age
• High school diploma or GED are NOT required

The following is a suggested path to complete this program in a timely manner. An individual’s path to completion may be different based on institutional and personal factors affecting his/her academic progress.

Note: While all courses are offered, they may vary by term and campus. See the program advisor for any questions.

Contact Us

Gordon Carns, MIT., Program Coordinator

Email: [e-mail]       

Phone: [phone]   

Program Courses

First Term

COMP 1000	Introduction to Computer Literacy	3
CIST 1001	Computer Concepts	4
CIST 1122	Hardware Installation and Maintenance	4

Second Term

CIST 1130	Operating Systems Concepts	3
	CIST Elective (4)

CIST Electives

CIST 2122	A+ Preparation	3
CIST 1601	Information Security Fund	3

Pre-requisites

All pre-requisite courses must be completed with at least a C grade.