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Technical Certificate

Information Technology Analysis (Help Desk) (6202)

Information technology analysts have the expertise to solve problems and answer questions relating to desktop computers, networks and telecommunications. The Information Technology Analysis certificate provides training for individuals seeking positions in technical help desk positions. You can apply your skills to the needs of large or small businesses and organizations. Your education and training will prepare you for a great job as a product support specialist, help desk specialist or technical support specialist.

Career Opportunities, Rapid Placement
Help desk and technical support are among the fastest growing computer occupations. Our partnerships with Cisco Systems, Dell, IBM, Microsoft, Oracle and Sun Microsystems provide career connections. An FCCJ intranet site posts jobs targeting our students. Our graduates are regularly employed by CSX, JEA, Blue Cross Blue Shield, the City of Jacksonville, Medtronic, Mayo Clinic and other regional employers including the government and military.

Annual Salaries
Starting salaries for Jacksonville average $32,000–35,000, the Florida average is $34,420 and the national average is $42,329.

Articulation
All courses in this technical certificate apply to the Computer Information Technology (Help Desk and Technical Support) A.S./A.A.S. degree.

Cost
Estimated tuition is $1,793 (for Florida residents, based on fees as of 7/06). Contact the program manager for additional costs (textbooks, fees, materials).

Information Technology Analysis (Help Desk) (6202)
Curriculum

Professional Courses
ENC 1101 English Composition I 3
CDA 1302 Hardware Configuration 3
CDA 1403 Software Configuration 3
GEB 1011 Introduction to Business 3
INP 1390 Human Relations in Business and
Industry
3
OST 1384 Introduction to Customer Service 3
CGS 1570 Microcomputer Applications 3
  or CGS 1100 Microcomputer Applications for
  Business and Economics (4)
 
CIS 2401 Help Desk Support Operations 3
OST 1581 Professional Development in the Work
Environment
3
  Total Credit Hours 27

Please see the technical certificate Graduation Requirements.

 


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