Computer Support C.A.S.
Computer Support is a 30-credit certificate program that prepares students for entry-level positions in the computing field. Required coursework includes programming, operating systems, networking, PC hardware, data modeling, and web technologies. Graduates pursue careers as help desk technicians, computer repair professionals, and computer support specialists. Coursework for the certificate program also leads to the A.A.S. degree in Information Technology.
General Certificate Requirements
Additional requirements for graduation can be found on the Degree/Certificate Requirements for Graduation page.
Unless otherwise noted in individual program requirements, a minimum grade point average of 2.00 in all work attempted at the University of Montana-Missoula is required for graduation. Please see the Academic Policies and Procedures page for information on how your GPA is calculated.
Courses taken to satisfy the requirements of a major, minor, or certificate program must be completed with a grade of C- or better unless a higher grade is noted in the program requirements.
CERTIFICATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE - COMPUTER SUPPORT
Course Requirements
Code | Title | Hours |
---|---|---|
Complete all of the following courses: | ||
BGEN 105S | Introduction to Business | 3 |
CSCI 150 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3 |
CSCI 172 | Intro to Computer Modeling | 3 |
ITS 150 | CCNA 1: Exploration | 3 |
ITS 165 | Introduction to Operating Systems and the Command Line | 3 |
ITS 212 | Network OS - Server Administration | 3 |
ITS 279 | Cloud Systems | 3 |
ITS 280 | Computer Repair & Maintenance | 3 |
M 115 | Probability and Linear Mathematics | 3-4 |
or M 121 | College Algebra | |
or M 151 | Precalculus | |
WRIT 101 | College Writing I | 3 |
Total Hours | 30-31 |