
Computer Systems Support
Computer Systems Support
This degree serves students who seek a career in computer systems support, but are not interested in programming or transferring to a baccalaureate program. Strong emphasis is given to supporting computer hardware, software, security, and networks. Upon successful completion of the program, employment opportunities may include computer server administrator, help desk technician, and computer support professional.
The A.A.S. in Computer Systems Support is designed to provide students with an opportunity to prepare for industry certifications while earning an associate degree. During successful completion of this program, students have the potential to earn four industry certifications.
Students who have already earned any of the certifications listed below or have successfully passed certification examinations, may initiate the college's Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) process and translate their certifications or examination results into equivalent course credits.
The following chart is an analysis of how the program courses align with industry certifications:
Certifications / Examinations | Program Courses |
---|---|
CompTIA A+ Certification | CISM130-Using PC Operating Systems and CISM149-Computer Hardware |
CompTIA Security+ | CISM176-Systems Security Methods |
PMI CAPM Certified Associate in Project Management | CISM 143-Introduction to Project Management |
Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate (MCSA) |
|
Examination 70-410 | CISM179-Windows Server |
Examination 70-411 | CISM229-Windows Server Administration |
Examination 70-412 | CISM269-Advanced Windows Server Administration |
For additional program information, please contact faculty advisor, Bill Dougherty at (609) 343-4979/doughert@atlantic.edu or contact area coordinator, Svetlana Marzelli, at (609)343-5017/ smarzell@atlantic.edu.
Upon Completion of this program students will be able to:
- Identify hardware and software problems and recommend solutions;
- Prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification Examination;
- Configure and administer a Windows Server;
- Prepare for a certification examination in Project Management.
Courses | Credits |
---|---|
GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES - 20 credits | |
When a General Education course is not specified, refer to the list of approved General Education courses. | |
Communication (6 credits) | |
ENGL101-Composition I |
3
|
ENGL230-Technical Writing |
3
|
Mathematics-Science-Technology (11 credits) | |
MATH121 or MATH220 |
4
|
General Education Science course |
4
|
CISM125-Introduction to Computers |
3
|
Humanities (3 credits) | |
Choose ARTS108, PHIL102, PHIL105, PHIL110, or PHIL111 |
3
|
TOTAL GENERAL EDUCATION CREDITS |
20
|
PROGRAM COURSES - 40 credits | |
CISM130-Using PC Operating Systems |
4
|
CISM142-Help Desk Support |
4
|
CISM143-Introduction to Project Management |
3
|
CISM149-Computer Hardware |
4
|
CISM176-Systems Security Methods |
4
|
CISM179-Windows Server |
4
|
CISM222-Issues in Computer Security |
3
|
CISM229-Windows Server Administration |
4
|
CISM269-Advanced Windows Server Administration |
4
|
Choose: CISM295-Information Technology Cooperative Education OR CISM162-Microcomputer Applications Using Microsoft Excel |
3 |
Choose one: CISM135-Computer Programming C++ CISM154-Computer Programming-Java CISM167-Programming in Oracle SQL CISM174-Computer Programming-Visual Basic |
4 |
TOTAL PROGRAM CREDITS |
40
|
TOTAL CREDITS REQUIRED FOR DEGREE |
60
|
(CPSS) EFFECTIVE FALL 2019 |
RECOMMENDED SEQUENCE OF COURSES
Course Code | Course Name | Course Credits |
---|---|---|
First Semester (14 credits) | ||
CISM125 | Introduction to Computers | 3 |
CISM130 | Using PC Operating Systems | 4 |
CISM149 | Computer Hardware | 4 |
ENGL101 | Composition I | 3 |
Second Semester (15 credits) | ||
Choose | CISM135, CISM154, CISM167, or CISM174 | 4 |
CISM179 | Windows Server | 4 |
ENGL230 | Technical Writing | 3 |
Choose | MATH121 or MATH220 | 4 |
Third Semester (17 credits) | ||
CISM142 | Help Desk Support | 3 |
CISM143 | Introduction to Project Management | 3 |
CISM176 | Systems Security Methods | 4 |
CISM229 | Windows Server Administration | 4 |
Gen Ed | Choose ARTS108, PHIL102, PHIL105, PHIL110, or PHIL111 | 3 |
Fourth Semester (14 credits) | ||
CISM222 | Issues in Computer Security | 3 |
CISM269 | Advanced Windows Server Administration | 3 |
Choose | CISM162 or CISM295 | 3 |
Gen Ed | Science course | 4 |