A+ Preparation Certificate

Program Description

Students who complete this program should be able to repair and upgrade personal computers. They also should be prepared to take the CompTIA A+ certification examination in personal computer hardware and operating systems. All courses in this program can be used in the Computer Engineering Technology A.A.S. program and the Information Technology A.A.S. degree.

Graduates of the A+ Preparation Certificate will be able to:

• Use operating systems such as Windows and Linux that are currently used in personal computers
• Upgrade and repair personal computers

Sequence of Study - A+ Preparation Certificate

Below are the required courses for your program arranged in a suggested sequence. Please note that the sequence does not include developmental coursework. See Academic Preparation  for the developmental course sequence if applicable to you.

Required Courses (in expected order)

• INT-1010 Introduction to Information Technology (CyberWATCH common course equivalent: CW120) Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-1540 Computer Hardware I: A+ Credits: 4 (Program Requirement; Critical Course)
• INT-1700 Understanding Operating Systems Credits: 3 (Program Requirement)
• INT-2540 Computer Hardware II: A+ Credits: 4 (Program Requirement)

Program Total: 14 Credits