Computer Support Specialist

Diploma

This program prepares students to enter the exciting and challenging field of Information Technology. Armed with a solid core of information technology skills, students are prepared to enter the workforce as computer support specialists providing technical support, assistance, and advice to individuals and organizations that depend on information technology.

Student Learning Outcomes
Graduates of the program will:

• Demonstrate proficiency in the fundamental information technology skills required to provide user support in business.
• Implement and maintain computer-based information systems to support the decision-making function of management.
• Support the data management needs of business through the design, implementation and maintenance of relational databases.

Program Goals
The program will:

• Prepare learners to achieve established university core abilities and program learning outcomes in a caring and supportive learning environment that utilizes performance-based curriculum and promotes academic excellence.
• Measure and assess student learning and implement improvements, as needed, to ensure high quality academic programs and services.
• Prepare learners to create plans for the pursuit of graduate studies and/or continuing professional development activities, membership in professional and community organizations, and a life of learning.
• Confirm that faculty members meet university qualifications guidelines, utilize effective and innovative teaching methods that enhance learning, and pursue opportunities for professional development.
• Monitor the needs of the program’s community of interest and maintain the currency and relevancy of program curriculum through regular faculty and advisory committee meetings and academic program reviews.

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