Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Mequon Campus, Oak Creek Campus, West Allis Campus
- Pathway: STEM
- Program Code: N/A
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: Certificate
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Support Specialist Certificate
DESCRIPTION
Skill sets gained will provide working knowledge to identify and resolve operating system, application and security issues; and to maintain and manage Windows 7 systems. Hands-on lab learning includes installations, deployments, configurations, maintenance and monitoring systems.
After earning this certificate, you can apply your credits toward completing the IT Computer Support Technician technical diploma, IT Help Desk Support Specialist technical diploma and IT Computer Support Specialist associate degree.
Additional program details: For program success, students need knowledge of computer fundamentals. Find more information about the program at matcitsupport.org.
Related Programs
IT Computer Support Technician
This program prepares you for industry-sought certifications including CompTIA’s A+, Network+, Security+, Microsoft Certified Professional in Windows Desktop, Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Support Technician (MCITP), HDI-SCA, HDI-DST, ITIL Foundation and more.
IT Help Desk Support Specialist
Prepare for industry-sought certifications including CompTIA’s A+, Network+, Security+ and Mobility+ Device Administrators (iOS, Android and Windows), Microsoft Certified Professional in Windows Desktop, Microsoft Enterprise Desktop Support Technician (MCITP), Apple OSX Certified Support Professional (ACSP), HDI-SCA, HDI-DST and ITIL Foundation.
Detailed Program Information
2021-22 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ITSUP-109 | Microsoft Office for IT Professionals | 3 |
| ITSUP-111 | CompTIA A+ Software Support | 3 |
| ITSUP-140 | Support Center Analyst (HDI-SCA, HDI-DST, ITIL) | 3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 9 |
Curriculum requirements are subject to change.
All credits must be earned at MATC with a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher. Upon completion of the certificate's requirements, the student's transcript is notated with the credential earned.
Some certificates can be earned while completing associate degrees and/or technical diplomas that are eligible for financial aid. Certificate programs alone are not eligible for financial aid; consult an MATC advisor for information.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Career Outlook
POSSIBLE CAREERS
Desktop Support Specialist
Service Center Technician
Admission Requirements
One year of high school-level algebra.
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Mequon Campus, Room A108
Oak Creek Campus, Room A121
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