Train students for:
•Entry-level computer support positions
•Advanced degree preperation
•Professional Certification
Link, Additional Information
Train students for:
•Upper level computer design and support positions
•Professional IT industry certificates
•Successful performance testing
Link, Additional Information
New Student
Incumbent Student
ITS SKILLS
•Application Training
•Networking
•Hardware / Software
Configuration
Troubleshooting
X Curriculum Content
•Independent Thinking
• Human Relations & Support
Program Purpose
The purpose of the Information Technology Specialist Program is to train
students for entry-level computer support positions. Students will develop
skills applicable to small to middle size offices and to self-employment. Students
will have skills that, with further training, could be used to gain other
certification.
AAS Degree, Certificate Program, University of Alaska, Fairbanks
Program Skills
Students who earn the Information Technology Specialist Degree or Certificate will learn the
following skills:
Applications Skills
Students will learn to use the essential office applications including word
processing, databases, graphics, desktop publishing, and the Internet.
Networking Skills
Students will learn to use, configure, troubleshoot, and install networks in a
small to intermediate office environment.
Hardware and Software Configuration and Troubleshooting Skills
Students will learn to install, troubleshoot, and configure hardware and
software. The skill of troubleshooting will include both research and application.
Independent Thinking and Research Skills
Students will learn to research computer problems, provide computer
support, and to learn new computer applications. Students will learn to
acquire new skills independently in order to keep their skills current.
Human Relations and Support Skills
Students will learn to help other computer users, develop training and
maintenance plans and to translate their knowledge so that others can use it.
Students will also learn to respect and meet the diverse technical support needs of
computer users.
X Curriculum Content
Incumbent Worker
Incumbent Student
Program Purpose
The purpose of the Information Technology Specialist Professional Track is to train
students for advanced industry certificates and upper level computer design
and support positions. Students will have skills that, with further training, could be
used to gain professional industry certifications and advanced computer science
degrees.
Program Skills
Microsoft Technologies
The Microsoft® IT Academy Program supports your delivery of world-class
training on Microsoft networking and developer technologies. The courses
aggressively prepare students for degree tracks and certifications (MCSE) that lead to
careers as network administrators, programmers and system managers. Students will
also learn to use the essential office applications including word processing,
databases, graphics, desktop publishing, and the Internet which will prepare them for
MOUS Certification
Cisco Networking
The Cisco Networking Academies program consists of four semesters. The
program is designed to teach students The skills needed to design, build, and
maintain small to medium-size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to
enter the workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer
networking field.
CompTIA A+
Provides a training and testing program that certifies the competency of
entry-level computer service technicians.
New Student
Incumbent Student
ITS SKILLS
•Application Training
•Networking
•Hardware / Software
Configuration
Troubleshooting
Skills
X Curriculum Content
Training
•Independent Thinking
• Human Relations & Support
Incumbent Worker
Incumbent Student
The Computing Technology
Industry Association, CompTIA,
certifies information technology and service
professionals with its widely adopted, vendorneutral and certification programs.
A+ Certification is a CompTIA-sponsored testing
program that certifies the competency of entry-level
computer service technicians.
A+ certification signifies that the certified individual
possesses the knowledge and skills essential for a
successful entry-level (6 months experience)
computer service technician, as defined by experts from
companies across the industry.
The program is backed by major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors,
resellers and publications.
CISCO NETWORKING ACADEMY
Networking Academy Program Overview
The Cisco Networking Academies program consists of four semesters. The program is
designed to teach students The skills needed to design, build, and maintain small
to medium-size networks. This provides them with the opportunity to enter the
workforce and/or further their education and training in the computer networking field.
Semester One OSI model and industry standards, Network topologies,IP
addressing, including subnet masks,Networking components,Basic network
design.
Semester Two Beginning router configurations, Routed and routing
protocols.
Semester Three Advanced router configurations,LAN switching theory and
VLANs, Advanced LAN and LAN switched design,Novell IPX,Threaded
case studies.
Semester Four WAN theory and Design WAN technology, PPP, Frame
Relay, ISDN Network trouble-shooting,National SCANS, Skills Threaded
case studies.
The Microsoft® IT Academy
The Microsoft® IT Academy Program supports your delivery
of world-class training on Microsoft networking and developer
technologies. The courses aggressively prepare students for degree
tracks and certifications that lead to careers as network
administrators, programmers and system managers.
Microsoft Certified Trainer (MCT)
MCTs are regarded as Microsoft product and course
experts who have the instructional skills and
technical qualifications to deliver quality training to
Information Technology (IT) professionals and
developers.
The Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS)The
Microsoft Office User Specialist (MOUS) program is the only
comprehensive, performance-based certification program approved by
Microsoft to validate desktop computer skills using the Microsoft Office
programs:
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft
PowerPoint® Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project
Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
The Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) credential is the
premier certification for professionals who analyze the business
requirements and design and implement the infrastructure for business
solutions based on the Microsoft Windows® operating system and
Microsoft Servers software.
VUE - a computer-based testing service.
VUE provides a variety of services including testing
center-based and Internet-based test delivery to
the certification and licensure markets.
The VUE Testing Network - built with the best technology. Buy-in includes
service and support agreements. Exams are always ready, results are rapidly
transmitted and merged appropriately with vendor-specific certification records.
Self Test Software
‘Self Test’ was first in the industry to develop IT practice tests. Line of
practice tests include Microsoft, Cisco, and CompTIA (A+). Unique
learning opportunity for students to access effective practice test curricula.
IT Certification Exam Sponsors
• Access to Infrastructure and IT Resources
• Affective IT Use Strategies
• Relevant Training
For Students, Faculty, Staff
Accommodating the Needs of the Individual
• Relevant Career Paths
• Sustainability
Entry level to advanced
networking expertise
Have access to Local IT Jobs
Become a part of the YK Delta Information Technology Community
Martin Leonard III
Technology Specialist / ITS Prog. Coordinator
Kuskokwim Campus - College of Rural Alaska, UAF
201 Akiak Drive
PO Box 368 Bethel, Alaska 99559-0368 U.S.A.
v. 907-543-4510
f. 907-543-2030, Attn: Martin
e. martin_leonard@bethel.alaska.edu
lnml@uaf.edu
LINKS
http://fc.bethel.uaf.edu/~its_program/