Descriptions

 

COMPUTER SERVICE TECHNOLOGY

 

COMPUTER SERVICE TECHNOLOGY
South Campus

The Computer Service Technology program focuses on the diagnosis and repair of problems with computers and computerized equipment. The student studies basic electronics both because computers are electronic and because they are attached to all kinds of external electronic and mechanical equipment. Techniques for testing circuits and diagnosing malfunctions are studied as well as repair methods for different types of electronic circuits. The student learns current operating systems and builds a computer from the ground up. A small roaming computerized robot is built and programmed.

The program provides the knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in computer hardware support and industries where software needs to be installed and maintained. Examples would be retail outlet customer support desks and companies having internal support personnel. The electronic knowledge and skills taught apply also to all kinds of electronic devices and applications.

If you have questions about the program, contact the program advisors or call the Engineering Technology Office at 586.445.7435.

Professor Arthur Knapp 586.445.7209 office ST-126-4 knappa@macomb.edu
Professor Anthony Ventura 586.445.7326 office ST-125-4 venturat@macomb.edu

Articulation agreements (available for viewing on the college website at www.macomb.edu) allow students to get Macomb credit for related high school courses. Contact your high school teacher or counselor for details or call the Engineering Technology Office at 586.445.7435.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE REQUIREMENTS
(Minimum 62 Semester Hours)

A. Career Preparation and Related Courses

Course Course Title Suggested Sequence Sem Hrs
ELEC-1161 Electronic Technology 1 1 X . . . 3
ELEC-1171 Electronic Technology 2 1 X . . . 3
TMTH-1150 RCL Analysis X . . . 4
CORE-1060 Industrial Computer Technology X . . . 4
ELEC-1181 Semiconductor Theory & Devices . X . . 3
ELEC-1191 Introduction to Op-Amps & Linear Integrated Circuits . X . . 3
CORE-1000 Industrial Technology Fundamentals . X . . 2
ELEC-1211 Digital Electronics Basics . X . . 3
ELEC-1221 Microcontrollers with Robotic Application . . X . 3
ELEC-1230 Troubleshooting 1 . . X . 3
ELEC-1240 Troubleshooting 2 . . X . 3
ELEC-1250 Introduction to Audio & Video Technology . . X . 2
ELEC-2650 Computer Servicing 1 . . . X 4
ELEC-2660 Computer Servicing 2 . . . X 4
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Required Arts and Sciences Course for Computer Service Technology
Course Course Title Sem Hrs
PHYS-1180 College Physics 1 4

1 Students entering the Computer Service Technology program without any previous electronics knowledge should contact the Macomb faculty about taking EETE-1100 before ELEC-1161 and ELEC-1171.

B. Arts and Sciences Component . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . minimum sem hrs 18

Students should plan Arts and Sciences courses with a counselor, academic advisor, or program advisor.

  • Group II requirement is met by successfully completing PHYS-1180.

Some universities in the area (Wayne State University among them) offer a degree in Bachelor of Science Engineering Technology (BSET). The Electronic Engineering Technology program from Macomb is transferable in total to most of these universities. However, students pursuing the BSET should elect MATH-1000 and MATH-1460. These students should also see the program advisor at their selected university as soon as possible.

C. Elective Courses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . none required

D. Certificate Options

Certificate in Computer Service Technology

Course Course Title Suggested Sequence Sem Hrs
ELEC-1161 Electronic Technology 1 1 X . . . 3
ELEC-1171 Electronic Technology 2 1 X . . . 3
TMTH-1150 RCL Analysis X . . . 4
CORE-1060 Industrial Computer Technology X . . . 4
ELEC-1181 Semiconductor Theory & Devices . X . . 3
ELEC-1191 Introduction to Op-Amps & Linear Integrated Circuits . X . . 3
CORE-1000 Industrial Technology Fundamentals . X . . 2
ELEC-1211 Digital Electronics Basics . X . . 3
ELEC-1221 Microcontrollers with Robotic Application . . X . 3
ELEC-1230 Troubleshooting 1 . . X . 3
ELEC-1240 Troubleshooting 2 . . X . 3
ELEC-1250 Introduction to Audio &Video Technology . . X . 2
ELEC-2650 Computer Servicing 1 . . . X 4
ELEC-2660 Computer Servicing 2 . . . X 4
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1 Students entering the Computer Service Technology program without any previous electronics knowledge should contact the Macomb faculty about taking EETE-1100 before ELEC-1161 and ELEC-1171.

See also the Basic Electronics Certificate under Electronic Engineering Technology.

E. Skill Specific Certificate

Skill Specific Certificate in Computer Service Technology – A+ Certification Preparation

This certificate program is designed to prepare the student to take the CompTIA (Computer Technology Industry Association) A+ certification exam. A+ certification is becoming recognized as the entry level credential to enter the popular and rewarding field of Information Technology as a Computer Service Technician.

Course Course Title Sem Hrs
ELEC-2650 Computer Servicing 1 4
ELEC-2660 Computer Servicing 2 4
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