IT Support Professional
Certificate of Achievement (CA) Computer Networking Technology · Las Positas College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Overview
This program includes curriculum from the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) and Google designed to prepare student for an entry-level role in IT support. Courses in this program introduce students to troubleshooting and customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security — all the fundamentals of IT support that are critical for success in the workplace. Students successfully completing the program can achieve the Google IT Support Professional certificate and will be prepared to take the CompTIA A+, Network +, and Security + certification tests.
Career Opportunities
Students who obtain this certificate will be qualified for a number of careers in information technology including computer technician, network technician, systems technician, computer user support specialists, and desktop support.
Program Learning Outcome(s)
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to:
- Achieve the Google IT Support Professional certificate and will be prepared to take the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification tests.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Core: (13 units) | ||
| CNT 51 | CompTIA's A+ Certification Computer Technician | 4 |
| CNT 52 | Networking Fundamentals | 3 |
| CNT 55 | MCSA I Windows Server Installation, Storage, and Compute | 3 |
| CNT 69 | Network Security; CompTIA Security + Certification | 3 |
| Total | 13 | |