Computer Systems Technician
Available as a two-year program
- Credential
Two-year Ontario College Diploma
- Start Date
September and January entry
- Location
Belleville campus
Port Hope campus
Find your career
IT plays an integral role in almost any business. Prepare for a career as a:
- Computer Systems Technician
- Data Centre Operator
- Intranet Website Technician
- LAN Administrator
- LAN Technician
- Network Administrator
- Network Support Technician
- System Administrator
Is it for you?
This may be a great career path if you are:
- Analytical and have a keen attention to detail.
- Familiar with and enjoy fundamental mathematics (BEDMAS, factions, exponents, algebra).
- Proficient problem-solving ability.
- A creative and logical thinker.
- Interested in staying abreast of the newest technology.
- A strong communicator who can effectively liaise with others to identify and systematically solve problems.
How You'll Learn
Prepare for a career in computer, technology and network management in various business environments:
- Learn to develop, operate, maintain and coordinate the use of local and wide area networks (LANs and WANs), mainframe networks, hardware, software and related computer equipment.
- Install, configure and service microcomputer operating systems and network application software, and get an introduction to Linux and Cloud computing.
- Explore web design and learn about installing, managing and maintaining web servers/sites for optimum performance.
- Delve into machine connectivity, virtualization architecture and computer network design to implement cross-platform networks.
- Gain an understanding of the technical support and helpdesk skills necessary for providing user support.
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