2023-2024 Catalog

A+ Certification Certificate of Proficiency

Program Description

A+ (A Plus) is an entry-level computer certification for PC computer service technicians. This exam is designed to certify the competency of entry-level PC computer service professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers with CompTIA A+ Certification Exams 220-801 and 220-802. The Certificate of Proficiency in A+ Certification consists of two courses. The first course is A+ Essentials which deals with PC configuration and troubleshooting. The second course is A+ Practical Applications where students will build and hone their skills and knowledge by becoming subject matter experts related to hardware maintenance in the field of information technology. Credits earned in this program apply to the Computer Information Systems Technology Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S) degree. Successful candidates in this certificate program can apply for entry-level system maintenance and IT administrator jobs.

General Requirements

  • This certificate requires successful completion of credit hours.
  • A minimum 2.00 cumulative grade point average is required for graduation.
  • Satisfaction of all financial obligations due to the college is required for graduation.

Residency Requirement

The student is required to complete a minimum of 15 semester hours in residence at SAU Tech for associate degrees and technical certificates and half of the credit hours required for certificates of proficiency as well as complete all other graduation requirements.  Students who wish to pursue additional degrees must complete a minimum of 15 credit hours of difference between the degrees.

Degree Plan

Program Requirements

CS 1343A+ Essentials

3

CS 1353A+ Practical Applications

3

Total Credit Hours: 6