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Qualification Overview
This is a 16-week, full time, open-entry programme that provides the essential foundation training in the field of computer systems engineering. This programme
also forms the first semester of the Electec College Diploma in Computer Systems & Network Administration (NZQF level
5). The Certificate in Computer Systems Engineering (level 4) is based on the CompTIA (Computing Technology Industry Association) A+ and Network+ curriculums for Computer
Technicians. The course material and assessments are dovetailed with five NZQF Computer Engineering unit standards from the domain of Electronic Engineering, administered by the ETITO (Electrotechnology
Industry Training Organisation). Electec College is the only private tertiary provider in NZ accredited to deliver these specialist unit standards.
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Computer Assembly and Maintenance
This is an exciting course during which you will spend 100% of your time at your computer learning a comprehensive range of practical skills and supporting theory. You will develop the skills to assemble a computer,
install and configure multiple operating systems, repair, maintain and optimise the system for maximum performance, reliability and security.
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You will learn how to set up and test network cable connections, install, maintain and troubleshoot networks, as well as install and customise network protocols and attach network clients to work groups and
domains. Most importantly, you will learn how to support users on Microsoft Windows platforms and how to troubleshoot any problems and issues a user might experience.
IT Industry Certification
Many companies prefer their IT employees to have industry recognised industry certifications as a proven level of professionalism and competency. Industry certification will also give you an international
passport to mobility between jobs. When you are proficient in these subjects you will have the option to sit the CompTIA international certification exams for:
How Important is A+ Certification?
A+ certification is a vendor neutral qualification that certifies the competency of service professionals working in IT and is one of the largest computing certifications in
the world. It is developed and sponsored by CompTIA, a global association of ICT industry companies with the common goal of standardising qualifications for professionals working in the industry.
Membership of CompTIA includes most of the global software and hardware manufacturers such as Microsoft, IBM, Lotus, Dell, Compaq, etc. CompTIA state that "CompTIA is a global trade association
representing the business interests of the information technology industry."
How Important is Network+ Certification?
Network+ certification is an international, vendor-neutral certification that recognises a computer technician's knowledge of the features and functions of networking components to install, configure and
troubleshoot networking hardware, protocols and services.
The demand for skilled network support professionals continues to grow and the Network+ certification is a valuable credential to help start or enhance a networking career. In fact many ICT certifications
integrate CompTIA Network+ into their curriculum. Other corporations such as Microsoft, Cisco, Hewlett Packard, Lotus and 3Com also recognise CompTIA Network+ as part of their certification tracks.
See the CompTIA website for more
information about the benefits of CompTIA industry certifications, and you can check out your career path options on the Microsoft ICT
Curriculum Road Map 2008.
CompTIA Certification Exams
The course assignments and assessments conducted by the College are compulsory to pass the Electec College Certificate in Computer Systems Engineering, but the external certification exams are optional
and therefore are not included in the course fee.
The A+ and Network+ exam fees are published on the On-line Certification page of this web site.
A more detailed list of the programme content is published in the Electec College Course Information booklet which we will mail to you as part of the College Information Pack. See the link at the bottom of this page.
Advancement to Higher Learning in Computer Network Administration
The knowledge and skills acquired on this course are recognised by most IT industry sectors and learning institutions as the foundation pathway for advancement
to other fields of computing. And in particular the computer network administration subjects delivered in the Electec College Certificate in Computer Network Administration and the second semester of the
Diploma in Computer Systems & Network Administration.
NZ domestic student fee: $2,985 (inclus GST)
International student fee: NZ $9,000 (inclusive 15% NZ Goods &
Service Tax)
| Course Dates 2010 & 2011: |
| 21 February - 24 June 2011 |
| 11 July - 11 November 2011 |
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