Adult and Continuing Education - LaGuardia Community College
Adult and Continuing Education - LaGuardia Community College
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Division of <strong>Adult</strong> & <strong>Continuing</strong> <strong>Education</strong> @ <strong>LaGuardia</strong> <strong>Community</strong> <strong>College</strong><br />
Certified Operations Technician Training Program<br />
Computer Repair<br />
Certified Entry-Level Technician Field Training<br />
Computer Repair Certificate Program<br />
The 4-course Certificate Program in A+ Computer Repair provides you with the practical <strong>and</strong> conceptual skills<br />
necessary to diagnose, troubleshoot, repair <strong>and</strong>/or replace malfunctioning computer hardware <strong>and</strong> to prepare for<br />
the A+ certification exam in Computer Repair. In order to enroll in the program you must first successfully<br />
complete Introduction to Computer Technology or pass a screening test. For more information about the<br />
screening test, please call (718) 482-5125 or visit www.lagcc.cuny.edu/CAPP/ComputerRepair.htm.<br />
Designed by the Gas Technology Institute (GTI), this course provides skills for those seeking employment in the<br />
natural gas industry (e.g., Con Edison <strong>and</strong> KeySpan). Beginning with an overview to the industry you will learn<br />
operations, measurement, gas quality, codes <strong>and</strong> st<strong>and</strong>ards, regulation <strong>and</strong> over pressure protection, pipeline<br />
construction <strong>and</strong> gas control. By successfully completing this core course, you will be prepared for hire as an entrylevel<br />
technician within the industry. Prerequisites include a high school diploma or GED <strong>and</strong> successful completion<br />
of a math skills assessment. You also need to have a driver’s license <strong>and</strong> be physically fit.<br />
Mon & Wed Spring 2009 (20 sessions/70 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $2435 A05CNS110<br />
Introduction to Computer<br />
Technology<br />
Acquire the foundation you need to begin a career in<br />
the field of computer technology. You will learn the<br />
basics of hardware, software <strong>and</strong> storage devices; what<br />
data actually consist of; what operating systems are <strong>and</strong><br />
how they control computer functions; how to install an<br />
operating system; different types of Windows<br />
environments; <strong>and</strong>, an overview of applications <strong>and</strong><br />
Internet use of PCs. This course is a prerequisite for<br />
Computer Repair, Part 1.<br />
Tues & Thurs Jan 13 - Jan 29 (6 sessions/18 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm $199 A05CMP100A<br />
Computer Repair Part 1<br />
Learn the background <strong>and</strong> skills to do basic computer<br />
repair, with heavy emphasis on IBM compatible<br />
hardware, in this course that combines lecture,<br />
demonstration <strong>and</strong> h<strong>and</strong>s-on experience. You will work<br />
together to disassemble a PC, install component parts,<br />
practice troubleshooting techniques <strong>and</strong> learn proper use<br />
of tools. You must pass a screening test demonstrating a<br />
basic knowledge of the Windows <strong>and</strong> MS-DOS<br />
Operating Systems in order to register.<br />
Tues & Thurs Feb 5 - Mar 3 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP101A<br />
Register Online<br />
http://www.peopleware.net/ace<br />
Computer Repair Part 2<br />
Explore PC operating systems architecture, (Windows<br />
2000 <strong>and</strong> Windows XP), hardware <strong>and</strong> software. You will<br />
learn operating system preparation <strong>and</strong> installation <strong>and</strong><br />
software configuration; computer virus prevention <strong>and</strong><br />
detection programs; <strong>and</strong>, memory management tools<br />
<strong>and</strong> techniques. In addition, you will learn to perform<br />
software diagnostics, <strong>and</strong> install <strong>and</strong> troubleshoot<br />
multimedia components such as CD- ROMS <strong>and</strong> sound<br />
cards. Prerequisite: successful completion of Computer<br />
Repair, Part 1.<br />
Tues & Thurs Mar 10 - Mar 31 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP102A<br />
Computer Repair Part 3/Personal<br />
Computers in the Local Network<br />
Environment<br />
Learn how networks operate <strong>and</strong> the diagnostic software<br />
needed to analyze PC problems on a network. Topics<br />
include LAN topologies, cabling, network operating<br />
systems <strong>and</strong> network hardware. Enrollment is limited.<br />
Prerequisite: successful completion of Computer Repair,<br />
Parts 1 <strong>and</strong> 2.<br />
Tues & Thurs Jan 6 - Jan 27 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP103A<br />
Also:<br />
Tues & Thurs Spring 2009 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP103A<br />
Computer Repair Part 4<br />
Study in-depth Microsoft Windows Operating<br />
System Facilities <strong>and</strong> explore new system up-grade<br />
methodologies. You will receive instruction in application<br />
system upgrades <strong>and</strong> the use of third party system<br />
monitoring <strong>and</strong> software inventory tools, as well as<br />
h<strong>and</strong>s-on experience in motherboard configuration,<br />
memory <strong>and</strong> CPU up-grades. Prerequisite: successful<br />
completion of Computer Repair, Parts 1, 2 <strong>and</strong> 3.<br />
Mon & Wed Jan 7 - Feb 2 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP104A<br />
Also:<br />
Mon & Wed Spring 2009 (7 sessions/24 hours)<br />
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm $415 A05CMP104A<br />
Master Class in Computer Service<br />
Technician - H<strong>and</strong>s-On!<br />
This program will take you to a level of mastery<br />
<strong>and</strong> confidence far beyond your training for A+<br />
Certification. You will have the opportunity to gain<br />
greater competency in PC building, software installation,<br />
problem analysis, problem solving <strong>and</strong> system<br />
maintenance through extensive h<strong>and</strong>s-on experience<br />
working on specific projects that test your expertise <strong>and</strong><br />
flexibility in real time <strong>and</strong> pressure situations. Prerequisite:<br />
Completion of the Certificate Program in Computer<br />
Repair or COMTIA A+ Certification.<br />
Spring 2009 (7 sessions/42 hours)<br />
$599 A05CMP110A<br />
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Phone: (718)482-7244 • E-Mail: acereg@lagcc.cuny.edu • Fax: (718)609-2074
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