Credential(s) Offered
Industry certification, IHE Certificate of Completion
Method of Delivery
Online, e-learning, or distance learning
When offered
Daytime Hours, Evening Hours, Weekends
Instructional Program (CIP)
Description
Course Objective: Successful completion of the Computer System Configuration & Support Program will prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification exam as well as entry-level computer maintenance, help desk, and network technician jobs.
Description: The classes focus on the development of knowledge and skills in computer technologies including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis is placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, hardware troubleshooting, proper use of tools, safety procedures, and professionalism.
Competencies to be achieved: Assess computer hardware and software using critical thinking, industry standard tools, and best practices to demonstrate proper installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service. Demonstrate proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentation applications. Assess operating systems using critical thinking, industry standard tools, and best practices to demonstrate proper installation, configuration, maintenance, troubleshooting, and service.
Total Cost of Program (include all costs to student including testing, licensure): $2689.00 = Tuition $2277.00 (Rio Salado College) + Registration Fee $30.00 (Rio Salado College) + Books $129.00 (TestOut) + CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Voucher $253.00 (CompTIA) *SPECIAL NOTE: Program fees go to multiple vendors and will be outlined in the proposal letter. Fees may vary.*
Provide a list of all books required for the program (even if cost of books is included in tuition): PC Pro LabSim (TestOut) ISBN: 978-1-935080-42-8
Provide a list of all supplies required for the program (even if costs are included in tuition): CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Voucher (CompTIA)
WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status /Credential Verification:
Name: Vanessa Plummer
Email: vanessa.plummer@maricopacorporate.com
Phone number: 480-864-4423
Additional information:
- Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation: None
- Other requirements needed: None
Credentials:
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Industry Recognized: Yes -Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization: CompTIA A+ - Stackable: Yes, if students pursue Computer Sys Conf & Support, Network or Computer Sys Conf & Support, Security for CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+
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Career Pathway: Computer User Support Specialists, Computer Occupations, All Other -
Portable: Yes
Credential Attainment Rate: 83.3%
Students are required to provide a lawful presence document and ID to the College via the ID Auth form before enrolling: https://www.riosalado.edu/student-resources/admissions-records-and-registration/important-forms/important-documents-and-forms
Lawful presence items can be found here: https://cdn.maricopa.edu/documents/pdf/my-maricopa/services/acceptable-id.pdf
Details
Program Length (Weeks)
28
Hours
9
Entrance Requirements
High School Diploma or Equivalent
School
WIOA Approved Program
Yes
Curriculum Competency Based
Computer hardware and software installation, configuration, maintenance.
Training Location(s)
Online
Local WIB
7 - ARIZONA@WORK - Maricopa County
Name of Credential
CompTIA A+, Computer System Configuration and Support CCL
Type of financial aid offered or have access to
https://www.riosalado.edu/student-resources/financial-aid/types-aid
Refund Policy
Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?
Yes - www.hlcommission.org
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?
No
Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?
No
Cost Items
Books (Estimated)
$129.00 PC Pro Lab Sim (Vendor: TestOut)
Testing/Exam Fees
$253.00 Testing fee for CompTIA A+ Certification Exam, student takes at end of program after completing courses (Vendor: CompTIA)
In-State Tuition
$873.00 9 credits x $97/credit hour
Out-of-State/District Tuition
$2,277.00 9 credits x $253/credit hour
Registration Fee
$30.00 $15 registration fee per term
Total In-State Program Cost
$1,285.00
Total Out-of-State Program Cost
$2,689.00
