Livonia, USA
DURATION
2 Years
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time, Part time
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EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2025
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
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Introduction
This program builds on the Computer Systems Support certificate program to further prepare students for a career as a modern systems support technician. Students will enhance their technical skills, while also learning how to manage projects and develop systems solutions to business challenges.
Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an associate in applied science degree.
Curriculum
Sample Schedule of Courses
First Year
Fall Semester
- CIS 120 - Software Applications Credits: 3
- CNT 115 - Cybersecurity Fundamentals Credits: 3
- CNT 130 - Computer Hardware and Troubleshooting Credits: 3
- CNT 133 - Computer Software and Troubleshooting Credits: 3
English Communication - Credits: 3
Select first General Education English Communication course.
Recommended:
- ENG 100 - Communication Skills Credits: 3
- OR: ENG 101 - English Composition 1 Credits: 3
Total Credits: 15
Winter Semester
- CIS 171 - Introduction to Networking Credits: 3
- CIS 215 - Advanced Software Applications Credits: 3
- CNT 136 - Computer User Support Credits: 3
English Communication - Credits: 3
Select second General Education English Communication course.
Recommended:
- ENG 102 - English Composition 2 Credits: 3
- OR: ENG 106 - Business English Credits: 3
- OR: ENG 116 - Technical Writing Credits: 3
Mathematics - Credits: 3-5
Select General Education Mathematics course:
Recommended:
- MATH 102 - Technical Mathematics Credits: 4
- OR: MATH 113 - Intermediate Algebra for College Students Credits: 4
- OR: MATH 126 - College Algebra Credits: 4
Total Credits: 15-17
Spring Session
Science - General Education Science course Credits 3-5
Social Science - Credits: 3-4
Select General Education Social Science course.
Recommended:
- POLS 105 - Survey of American Government Credits: 3
- OR: PSYCH 153 - Human Relations Credits: 3
- OR: PSYCH 201 - Introductory Psychology Credits: 4
Total Credits: 6-9
Second Year
Fall Semester
- CIS 180 - Spreadsheet Applications - Current Software Credits: 3
- CIS 178 - Technical Microsoft Windows Credits: 3
- CNT 179 - Physical Networking Credits: 3
Humanities - Credits: 1-4
Select General Education Humanities course.
Recommended:
- COMA 103 - Fundamentals of Speech Credits: 3
- OR: HUM 106 - Introduction to Art and Music Credits: 1
Elective
Select one:
- CIS 172 - Network Security Fundamentals Credits: 3
- CNT 173 - Wireless Local Area Networks Credits: 3
- CNT 210 - CCNA Networking 1 Credits: 4
- CNT 220 - CCNA Networking 2 Credits: 4
Total Credits: 13-17
Winter Semester
- CIS 250 - Systems Development and Design Credits: 4
- CIS 251 - IT Project Management Credits: 3
- CIS 255 - Introduction to Linux Credits: 3
Elective Select from list (if not previously taken) Credits: 2-4
Total Credits: 12-14
Program Total: 61-72 Credits
Electives
Select one course, not previously taken, from the list below:
- CIS 122 - Microsoft Outlook Credits: 2
- CIS 172 - Network Security Fundamentals Credits: 3
- CIS 185 - Introduction to HTML Credits: 3
- CIS 225 - Database Management Systems Credits: 3
- CNT 173 - Wireless Local Area Networks Credits: 3
- CNT 210 - CCNA Networking 1 Credits: 4
- CNT 220 - CCNA Networking 2 Credits: 4
Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. The number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.