Degree Requirements and Courses
Learn more about certificate and degree requirements, course content, recommended sequence, and schedule.
CIS – Computer Maintenance (Certificate)
Certificate | SC Program: CL.3429
The Computer Maintenance Certificate Program provides the exposure and training necessary to maintain and troubleshoot common PC computer systems. This program provides hands-on training in basic electronics, Operating System installation and maintenance, PC repair and computer management and prepares students for entry level jobs and is a pathway to the Information Technology Core Concepts Certificate and the Associate Degree Program in Information Systems - Systems Management, which has two areas of emphasis including Microsoft Server and CISCO Networking. The program prepares students to take the CompTIA A+ certification exam.
This is a locally approved certificate. Upon satisfactory completion of the listed requirements and application for completion of the certificate to Admissions and Records, the student will receive a certificate of completion. This certificate program is not approved through the California Community College Chancellor’s Office; therefore, completion of the certificate will not be listed on the student’s transcript.
Academic Plan
An academic plan shows all the courses you need to graduate and a suggested order in which you should take them. To make your personalized comprehensive education plan, please make an appointment with a counselor.
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Map your education by viewing the program map for the degree or certificate you’re interested in earning below. Meet with a counselor to create your official comprehensive education plan.
A program map shows all the required and recommended courses you need to graduate and a suggested order in which you should take them. The suggested sequence of courses is based on enrollment and includes all major and general education courses required for the degree.
Fall Semester, First Year
7 Units TotalCIS 2
M
4
Intro to Computer Science
CIS 2
This course is designed as an introduction to computer programming and technology for those students planning on a career in the field of computer science or related disciplines. The students will design, code, debug, and test programs in languages such as Machine, Assembler, Java, C++, Visual Basic and/or Python as determined by the Shasta College CIS committee. Common business applications are used to examine a wide range of methods for processing data in the interactive mode. Computer history, hardware, software, processing, systems, programming languages, storage devices, careers, and impact on society will be explored to enable the student to become literate in the technical aspects of computing. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CIS 13
M
3
Desktop OS Configuration
CIS 13
Advisory: CIS 2 with a grade of C or higher
This is a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate course. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of Modern Desktop Operating Systems will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass the corresponding Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in earlier versions of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in a more current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is a Microsoft Certified Solutions Associate course. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of Modern Desktop Operating Systems will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass the corresponding Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in earlier versions of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in a more current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
Spring Semester, First Year
10 Units TotalCIS 14
M
3
Manage & Maintain Desktop Operating Sys
CIS 14
Advisory: CIS 13 with a grade of c or higher
This is a Microsoft Certified Professional course with an emphasis on managing and maintaining Modern Desktop Operating Systems. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of applications in the modern desktop environment will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass a specific Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in a previous version of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in the current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This is a Microsoft Certified Professional course with an emphasis on managing and maintaining Modern Desktop Operating Systems. The terminology, planning, installation, configuration, administration, and troubleshooting of applications in the modern desktop environment will be covered. The course is designed to prepare a student to take and pass a specific Microsoft Certification Exam and for employment in the IT field. Note: Students who enrolled in a previous version of a Windows desktop operating system will be able to enroll in the current version. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
CIS 72
M
3
Fundamentals of Linux
CIS 72
Fundamentals of Linux is an introductory and hands-on course for new users of the popular Linux operating system. Students will learn basic Linux systems administration skills using both command-line and graphical tools. Topics will include Linux installation and initialization; file system navigation and management; changing file permissions; the vi and emacs text editors; Bash, KDE, and GNOME shell features; process management; shell scripts; security; backup and recovery; printing; and basic networking, including clients and network services. The course prepares students for the Comptia Linux+ certification exam. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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CIS 90
M
4
A+ Cert Prep/Cisco IT Essentials I
CIS 90
Advisory: CIS 2 with a grade of C or higher.
This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the A+ Core Hardware and the A+ OS Technologies certification tests. The CompTIA A+ certification exams are nationally recognized and measure essential competencies for an entry-level computer technician. Topics covered are microcomputer architecture, personal computer hardware, including Microsoft Windows installations, configurations and troubleshooting. Students learn how to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
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This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills to pass the A+ Core Hardware and the A+ OS Technologies certification tests. The CompTIA A+ certification exams are nationally recognized and measure essential competencies for an entry-level computer technician. Topics covered are microcomputer architecture, personal computer hardware, including Microsoft Windows installations, configurations and troubleshooting. Students learn how to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. This course may be offered in a distance education format.
Please see a counselor to discuss options for meeting general education requirements for transfer to California State Universities (CSU) and/or University of California (UC) campuses, as well as any specific additional courses that may be required by your chosen institution of transfer.
*Alternative Courses: Please see a Shasta College counselor for alternative course options. You can also view the following to find other courses to meet degree/certificate requirements:
- California State Universities – General Education
- IGETC – Intersegmental General Education Transfer Curriculum
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