Computer Support Technician - Diploma (2021-2022)
Hutchinson, Online, and Willmar (50 Credits) - Education Plan

All areas of the private and public sectors are in need of computer support technicians. This two-year degree prepares the student to enter the workforce as a computer support technician. Graduates will learn how to maintain computer hardware and software, assist network managers, and provide customer service for a variety of users and environments. Graduates will also learn many modern Internet, operating systems, and server technologies.
 
Course Outline
 
Required Courses
(13 Courses)
Course
Number		 Course Title Credits
CST 1072 Windows Workstation Support 3 
CST 1261 Applications Support 3 
CST 1510 System Diagnostics 3 
CST 1511 Storage Media Diagnostics 3 
CST 1600 Relational Database Design 3 
CST 1700 CCNA R & S Introduction to Networks 3 
CST 1794 Introduction to Programming 3 
CST 1803 Help Desk Technologies 3 
CST 1861 Command Line and Registry 3 
CST 2284 Network Security 3 
CST 2504 A+ Certification Preparation 2 
CST 2505 Introduction to Linux 3 
CST 2895 Customer Service 1 
Total Credits: 36  
 
Elective Courses
Choose 14 credits from any CST, General Studies, MnTC Goal 1 or MnTC Goal 4 courses as approved by your instructor
See your advisor to select courses that fulfill this requirement.
Total Credits: 14  
 
Total Diploma Credits: 50