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PC Support Technician

Block
Program Type
Diploma
Anticipated Salary
C$31,135 – C$60,587
Program Duration
42 Weeks
Program Notes
Tuition fees include all materials and student manuals. Financial assistance may be available to qualified students.

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Admission Requirements

Grade 12 or equivalent or Mature Student Status. Courses are open to any applicant who possesses a good command of the English language and is able to follow instructions. Full time students must attend the required hours per week as per the course schedule and may do so at times convenient to them. Part time students may set their own schedules to a minimum of two training sessions per week. These times may be scheduled during the day, evenings, or on weekends.


Program Highlights

This program prepares students to deal with the problems they may encounter when supporting Personal Computers in an office environment. It provides in-depth knowledge of both computer hardware and software and prepares students to take the A+ certification exam. Students will have practical hands-on experience in trouble shooting computer problems and assembling a computer. Successful students may choose to progress to advanced qualifications such as Microsoft Certified Engineer (MCSE) which is in high demand.

Career Opportunities

Skilled PC Support Specialists are in high demand in today’s highly skilled environment. Virtually all organizations with multiple computers require the skills of PC Support Specialists which can become invaluable members of a management team.


CORE COURSES

Upon completion of the program the participant must demonstrate the following core competencies:

  • Keyboarding
    Introduction to Keyboarding and minimum 25 words per minute.
  • Operating Systems
    Basic level of proficiency in two operating systems and an advanced proficiency in Windows.
  • Word Processing
    Intermediate level of proficiency in one word processing application.
  • Spreadsheets
    Intermediate level of proficiency in one spreadsheet application.
  • Database Management
    Intermediate level of proficiency in one database application.
  • Graphics/Presentations
    Basic level of proficiency in two graphics/presentation applications.
  • Office Skills
    Basic/Intermediate level of proficiency in the specified courses.
  • Business Skills
    Complete customer service and workplace success/intrapreneurship or management fundamentals.
  • PC Troubleshooting
    Complete the specified courses.
  • Computer Networking
    Complete the specified courses.
  • Job Search & Résumé Preparation
  • Office Simulations
    Three sets of drills as needed. (A+ drills recommended).

ELECTIVE COURSES

Students should complete two credits from any of these groups:

  • Word processing
  • Spreadsheets
  • Graphics/presentations
  • Computerized accounting
  • Operating systems
  • Miscellaneous group 11


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