Computer Technician Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in PC installation, maintenance and repair professions. Common career titles include PC support technician, hardware specialist, help desk support specialist, hardware configuration technician, and many others. Students will examine PC software, including operating systems, office applications, network management, and desktop utilities. Courses also introduce a variety of current hardware technology, including CPU features and functions, system architecture, storage technology, backup devices, multimedia devices, and data communication equipment. This program also prepares students for the CompTIA A+ and N+ certifications.
Established in 1998
CIP: 11-9999 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.
Training Program Type
Vocational
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CompTIA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Comptia
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
32 Weeks ( 288.00 Hours / 14.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,960.00 |
| Books | $560.00 |
| Fees | $495.00 |
| Tests | $939.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,954.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate transfer credit and create academic plan. Compass test may be required.
The maximum tuition and fees amount for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Open Entry/Exit
Performance Data
Program: Computer Technician Certificate
Overview
Approved By LWIA: 7
Last Re-Certification Date: 3/18/2025
Program Description
This program prepares students for entry-level positions in PC installation, maintenance and repair professions. Common career titles include PC support technician, hardware specialist, help desk support specialist, hardware configuration technician, and many others. Students will examine PC software, including operating systems, office applications, network management, and desktop utilities. Courses also introduce a variety of current hardware technology, including CPU features and functions, system architecture, storage technology, backup devices, multimedia devices, and data communication equipment. This program also prepares students for the CompTIA A+ and N+ certifications.
Established in 1998
CIP: 11-9999 Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other.
Local Information
| What portion of the total program cost (question 11), is for books and fees? | 600 |
| SOC Code the curriculum will prepare the customer to obtain employemnt in | 34038 |
Provider Information
Moraine Valley Community College
Program Contact Info
Associated Job Families and Occupations
- Computer and Mathematical Occupations
- (151232 )
Certifying / Licensing / Registering Body
CompTIA
Quality Assurance
- North Central Association
- Illinois Community College Board
- Industry Standard: Comptia
Education Information
Industry Recognized Certification
32 Weeks ( 288.00 Hours / 14.00 Credit Hours )
| Tuition | $1,960.00 |
| Books | $560.00 |
| Fees | $495.00 |
| Tests | $939.00 |
| Total Cost | $3,954.00 |
Financial Aid
- Pell Grants
- Illinois Monetary Award Program
- Federal loans(Stafford, PLUS, etc)
- Institutional Scholarships
Application Procedure
Standard Moraine Valley application process. Meet with academic advisor to evaluate transfer credit and create academic plan. Compass test may be required.
The maximum tuition and fees amount for this occupation is $5,000.
Entry Requirements:
- HS Diploma/GED
Nondiscrimination, Equal Opportunity, and Disability Provisions Compliance Assurance
- EEO Compliant: Yes
- Disability Accomodation: Yes
Program Offerings
- Full-Time Enrollment
- Part-Time Enrollment
- Classroom Instruction
- Labs
- Weekend Classes
- Night Classes
- Day Classes
- Online/E-Learning Instruction
- Open Entry/Exit