PCSA

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Courses

PCSA 111 Computer Repair 1
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A course on theory and operation of computer systems. Topics include: operating systems, interface of operating systems and hardware, CPU structures and evolution, bus structures, memory, data storage, input/output devices, motherboard structures, number systems, and USB/IEEE 1392 data transmission.
Prerequisites: AFL 085 and AFM 090, or appropriate placement test scores

PCSA 112 Computer Repair 2
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 3 Lab Hours.

A continuation of PCSA 111. Topics include: demonstrations, lab exercises, diagnostic evaluations, and troubleshooting to the board/component level of personal computer systems while using diagnostic software and instrumentation to isolate failures and restore systems to normal operation.
Prerequisites: PCSA 111

PCSA 115 Operating Systems: Macintosh
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A course on applying Apple Macintosh operating systems commands. Topics include: system preferences, property modification, networkng options, device installation, and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites: IT 115

PCSA 191 Part-Time Cooperative Education 1: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

PCSA 192 Part-Time Cooperative Education 2: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 191

PCSA 193 Part-Time Cooperative Education 3: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 192

PCSA 194 Part-Time Cooperative Education 4: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fourth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 193

PCSA 195 Part-Time Cooperative Education 5: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their fifth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 194

PCSA 196 Part-Time Cooperative Education 6: PC Support and Administration
1 Credit. 1 Lecture Hour. 20 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their sixth part-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students are expected to register for academic courses during the same semester. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 195

PCSA 198 First Year Special Topics in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A course on selected topics related to PC Support and Administration, which gives students opportunities to study information not currently covered in other courses. Grades issued are A, B, C, D, or F.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

PCSA 199 First Year Independent Project in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

A project related to PC Support and Administration that is completed by one or more students to meet specific educational goals. Projects must have prior approval and supervision by PC Support and Administration faculty. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: Instructor Approval

PCSA 213 Computer Repair 3
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

A continuation of PCSA 112. Topics include: specialized hardware, peripheral devices, system optimization, driver installation, internet connectivity, and printer maintenance.
Prerequisites: PCSA 112

PCSA 290 PC Support and Administration Capstone
3 Credits. 2 Lecture Hours. 2 Lab Hours.

Students work in teams to complete a design project using analog and digital concepts, and prepare a presentation of results. Topics include: design theory, feasibility study, project economics, team building, and effective presentations.
Prerequisites: PCSA 112, NETC 121

PCSA 291 Full-Time Cooperative Education 1: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: None

PCSA 292 Full-Time Cooperative Education 2: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 291

PCSA 293 Full-Time Cooperative Education 3: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their third full-time field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow cooperative education policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 292

PCSA 294 Internship 1: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their first unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: CIT 190

PCSA 295 Internship 2: PC Support and Administration
2 Credits. 1 Lecture Hour. 40 Lab Hours.

Students seeking an associate's degree participate in their second unpaid field learning experience related to their degree. Students must follow applicable policies and procedures to earn credit. Grades issued are Satisfactory or Unsatisfactory.
Prerequisites: PCSA 294

PCSA 298 Second Year Special Topics in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.

PCSA 299 Second Year Independent Project in PC Support and Administration
1-9 Credits. 0 Lecture Hour. 0 Lab Hour.