Objective
The objective of the program is to train individuals in basic computer hardware and software technology. Upon graduation, students will receive a certificate.
Graduates of the program will qualify for beginning-level help desk or computer technician jobs with any type of company that has an IT department.
Length of Program
The program takes one academic year consisting of two semesters, each including two 8-week terms. The minimum time to complete the program is 8 months (32 weeks, including breaks). Students must complete a minimum of 16.5 credit hours. The complete program consists of approximately 300 hours, which is comprised of 195 hours of theory and 105 hours of laboratory.
Requirements
The requirements to enter into this program are, at a minimum, a high school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate and a passing grade of 70% on the entrance examination.
Semester Start Dates
Classes begin every 8 weeks. See the academic calendar for next start date.
Class Schedule
Monday through Thursday,
8:00 a.m. to 1:50 p.m.,
or
Monday through Thursday,
5:00 p.m. to 10:50 p.m.
Learning Resource System Hours
Monday through Thursday,
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.,
Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and
Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Required Courses
| Code | Title | Hours |
| CSE103 | Introduction to Computer Science | 3.0 |
| EEM115 | A+ | 5.0 |
| PGS112 | Success Planning | 2.0 |
| PGS212 | Personnel Customs and Cultures | 2.0 |
| Required Options: select one of the following | ||
| CSI204 | Elementary Database | 4.5 |
| CSN154 | Network Administration | 4.5 |
| Total Hours in Required Courses | 16.5 | |
| Total Program Credit Hours | 16.5 | |
Occupational Profiles
The following are the names and U.S. Department of Labor’s Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) codes of the occupations that Missouri Tech’s Computer Technology Certificate (CTC) program prepares students to enter, along with links to occupational profiles on the U.S. Department of Labor’s O*NET Web site.
| 11.0901 | Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | |
| 15-1051.00 | Computer Systems Analysts  Bright Outlook |
|
| 15-1051.01 | Informatics Nurse Specialists |
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| 15-1071.01 | Computer Security Specialists \ |
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| 15-1081.00 | Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts |
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| 15-1099.03 | Network Designers |
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Placement Rate
CTC Full-time 2009-10 cohort: N/A*
CTC Part-time 2009-10 cohort: 100%
*There were no graduating students eligible for employment in this cohort for the 2009-10 reporting period.
Missouri Tech’s completion and placement rates are calculated in accordance with the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) Standards of Accreditation.
On-time Graduation Rate
The on-time graduation rate is defined as the total number of students who completed the Computer Technology Certificate program in the published minimum time frame of 8 months. Most Missouri Tech students are non-traditional and work while attending college. As such, many of our students are part-time and thus unable to complete within 8 months.
The on-time graduation rate for the CTC program: 100%
Total Cost
The total cost of the Computer Technology Certificate program is $10,843. This cost is comprised of the following:
|
Tuition
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$9,488 (16.5 semester credit hours @ $575 / credit hour) |
|
Resource Fee / Term
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$380 ($95 / enrolled term) |
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Registration &
Testing Fee |
$150 |
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Est. Books & Supplies*
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$825 |
*This estimate is based on the cost of books obtained from the college book store. Missouri Tech does not require students to puchase books from the college. Many students are able to find much cheaper alternatives than what the school is able to offer.
Missouri Tech does not offer room and board for our students. For an approximation of the cost of living please visit our Net Price Calculator.
Median Loan Debt
Title IV: $0
HEA program loans: $0
Private educational loans: $0
Institutional financing plans: $0
If you have any questions regarding the above information please don’t hesitate to contact us.