Computer Technologies
What does the Computer Technologies Department do?
The Computer Technologies curriculum leads to an associate degree in the field of computer technologies. Additionally, the program is designed to offer Microsoft or other industry-recognized certification in specific areas of study within the degree program.
Students taking the Associate in Science Degree in Computer Technologies select one concentration from the six concentrations offered: PC Systems Manager (A+ Generalist Track), Network Administrator (MCSE Track), Application Developer (MCSD Track), Database Administrator (MCDBA Track), Website Administrator/Developer, or Accounting. Students should declare concentrations by the second semester to ensure completion of curriculum requirements. In addition, a Technologies for Education Certificate is available for educators who wish to update their technology skills.
The rapidly changing world of computer technology has created a growing demand for persons trained in hardware and software. This degree program prepares students for a broad range of employment opportunities in the field, including positions in networking, software development, database administration, help desk administration and website administration. The Accounting concentration offers students an opportunity to combine the two disciplines for easier entry into the business environment and to enhance their prospects for advancement. All courses are designed with the potential for transfer to a four-year institution.
Need something other than a degree?
Laconia is a Microsoft IT Academy. While earning an associate degree or a certificate, students can become fully certified by passing a series of tests. Certification gives industry recognition of proficiency in technical areas in demand by businesses. Certain certifications may also give access to technical and product information not available to the general public, including access to secure websites, as well as invitations to conferences, technical training and special events.
Testing for various types of certification is available at the College, including, but not limited to CompTIA and Microsoft. Costs for the tests are not included in tuition, but students are eligible for academic pricing for some tests. Testing information is available at www.prometric.com.
Students can pursue many of the computer courses by means of distance learning. On-line use of Blackboard is the platform for classes. Students are advised to attend a workshop at the beginning of each semester on Blackboard before attempting to take an on-line class.
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What does the Computer Technologies
Department do?
The Computer Technologies curriculum leads to an associate degree in the field
of computer technologies. Additionally, the program is designed to offer
Microsoft or other industry-recognized certification in specific areas of study
within the degree program.
Students taking the Associate in Science Degree in
Computer Technologies select one concentration from the six concentrations
offered: PC Systems Manager (A+ Generalist Track), Network Administrator (MCSE
Track), Application Developer (MCSD Track), Database Administrator (MCDBA
Track), Website Administrator/Developer, or Accounting. Students should declare
concentrations by the second semester to ensure completion of curriculum
requirements. In addition, a Technologies for Education Certificate is available
for educators who wish to update their technology skills.
The rapidly changing world of computer technology has
created a growing demand for persons trained in hardware and software. This
degree program prepares students for a broad range of employment opportunities
in the field, including positions in networking, software development, database
administration, help desk administration and website administration. The
Accounting concentration offers students an opportunity to combine the two
disciplines for easier entry into the business environment and to enhance their
prospects for advancement. All courses are designed with the potential for
transfer to a four-year institution.
Need something other than a degree?
Laconia is a Microsoft IT Academy. While earning an associate degree or a
certificate, students can become fully certified by passing a series of tests.
Certification gives industry recognition of proficiency in technical areas in
demand by businesses. Certain certifications may also give access to technical
and product information not available to the general public, including access to
secure websites, as well as invitations to conferences, technical training and
special events.
Testing for various types of certification is available
at the College, including, but not limited to CompTIA and Microsoft. Costs for
the tests are not included in tuition, but students are eligible for academic
pricing for some tests. Testing information is available at www.prometric.com.
Students can pursue many of the computer courses by
means of distance learning. On-line use of Blackboard is the platform for
classes. Students are advised to attend a workshop at the beginning of each
semester on Blackboard before attempting to take an on-line class.
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