Diploma in Computer Science
The Computer Science Diploma Program is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in the computer programming and computer operations fields, office and administrative support, and starting one’s own business. Students will receive instruction in business principles and practices as they apply to computer concepts and systems, managing and maintaining systems, programming basics, networking, and Microsoft Office applications. The program is 4 quarters in length and students must attend and complete all courses (14) to graduate.
Career opportunities in the following fields:
- Computer programming
- Computer operations
- Office and administrative support
- IT
- Business startup
Job opportunities:
- Computer User Support Specialists
- Computer Specialist
- Computer Support Specialist
- Computer Technician
- Desktop Support Technician
- Help Desk Analyst
- Help Desk Technician
- Information Technology Specialist (IT Specialist)
- Support Specialist
- Technical Support Specialist
- Starting one’s own business
Industry Certificate:
- Linux
- A+
- N+
- Security+
- Server+
- Network+
- CompTIA
- Cyber Security
Program Length: 1 year
Total Credits Required: 55
The Computer Science Diploma Program consists of 13 – 4 quarter hour courses and 1 – 3 quarter hour courses. The program totals 55 quarter credit hours and 660 clock hours. A full-time student can complete this program by taking two quarters of four courses and two quarters of three courses in any quarter sequence within a 12-month time period.
Students are responsible for purchasing books, supplies and materials needed in any course. The following is the average list price of program textbooks purchased from Global Tech Institute’s Bookstore: $1,625.00.
The academic catalog provides additional information about the curriculum and courses for this major.
Download Catalog HereThis course will use a skills-based approach and apply practical ethical situations to real- world business settings and decisions
Credits: 4
Clock Hours: 48
This course equips students with the most relevant and essential information about computers and technology in today digital world. Students will develop an understanding of computer hardware, software, file management systems, and data security. Contents of this course may prepare a student for the A+ exam.
Credits: 3
Clock Hours: 36
This course presents a streamlined approach to exploring various operating systems. Students will be able to explain basic operating system concepts and how operating systems work. Students will understand how operating systems interface with software and hardware and understand the process required for installing and upgrading operating systems. This course may prepare a student for various exams about operating systems, including Windows and Linux
Credits: 4
Clock Hours: 48
This course presents the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware and software. Students will be introduced to operating systems, support processors, and will learn strategies for working with people in a technical world. Contents of this course may prepare a student for the A+ exam.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours: 48
This course presents how to support hard drives, install and support I/O devices and ports, and install and configure multimedia devices and mass storage. Students will learn PC maintenance and troubleshooting strategies. Contents of this course may prepare a student for the A+ and/ or Cisco exam.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours: 48
This course presents an understanding of HTML and JavaScript. Students will be able to understand the coding behind webpage content and design basic web pages.
Credits: 4
Clock Hours: 48
GTC was my first venture back into higher education since getting out of the military, and they have not only been extremely helpful as an education institution, but I have received more support from them than any physical campus I have ever attended. If you are unsure about school, GTC will make sure it goes as smoothly as possible for you to pursue schooling, and help you succeed and prepare you for many of the industry standards for higher education.
