PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: The Computer Support Specialist Associate in Applied Science is a program which includes the Certificate A and Certificate B curriculum and technical and communication areas of training include the development of skills in hardware, software, networking, written communication, verbal communication, and problem solving. The completed program prepares students for the industry recognized CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+ certification exams, to join the computer support workforce or to continue their education. This credential fulfills the College’s mission of developing skills in communication and problem solving while promoting a strong work ethic. The semester-by-semester plans described below are general guidance. Students should work closely with their academic advisors to develop a plan that best meets their own individual needs and goals.

The Garden City Community College Computer Support Specialist program is in alignment with the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) CIP Code: 11.1006 Computer Support Specialist. A program that prepares individuals to provide technical assistance, support, and advice to computer users to help troubleshoot software and hardware problems. Includes instruction in computer concepts, information systems, networking, operating systems, security, cloud computing, computer hardware, the internet, software applications, help desk concepts and problem solving, and principles of customer service.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES AND CURRICULUM MAP.  

Articulation Agreements:

Garden City Community College and Fort Hays State University - Articulation Agreement for the Bachelor of Technology Leadership Degree:

Students wishing to pursue the Bachelor of Technology Leadership Degree from Fort Hays State University should work closely with their faculty advisor to follow the specific plan for the articulation agreement. To view the agreement, click here: Fort Hays State University - Technology Leadership .  For more information from Fort Hays State University, click here: https://www.fhsu.edu/appliedtechnology/technology-leadership/.