Course descriptionThis program prepares students to deal with the problems they may encounter when supporting Personal Computers in an office environment. It provides in-depth knowledge of both computer hardware and software and prepares students to take the A+ certification exam.
Students will have practical hands-on experience in trouble shooting computer problems and assembling a computer.
Successful students may choose to progress to advanced qualifications such as MCSA or MCSE, which are in high demand.
Students are required to take some elective courses from prescribed study areas.
Admission Requirements
Standard Admission
Students must meet ONE of the following criteria:
1. Alberta High School Diploma, verified by transcript, or non-Alberta equivalent.
OR
2. General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.).
Mature Admission
Students must meet ALL of the following criteria:
1. Out of school for two years.
2. Successful result on the Academy of Learning entrance evaluation.
3. Fifty credits towards an Alberta High School Diploma, verified by transcript, with 50% or better in a Grade 10 English and a Grade 10 Mathematics, or non — Alberta equivalent.
OR
1. Out of school for two years.
2. Successful result on the Academy of Learning entrance evaluation.
3. Successfully complete the CAST Level 3 with Alberta Grade 12 equivalency.