The IT certificate is designed to ensure a thorough knowledge of information systems and includes general practice using contemporary technologies in troubleshooting, problem solving, organization, customer support, analysis, evaluation, communication, and transmission of information.
The certificate fosters communication skills through interpersonal and group interaction opportunities through appropriate collaborative and active learning projects and experiences. Students who successfully complete the certificate program may continue to complete requirements for an associate degree as an Information Technology Technician.
| Estimated Cost of Attendance | $14,020 / yr |
|---|---|
| Tuition and Fees | $2,360 |
| Housing and Meals | $7,360 |
| Books and Supplies | $2,200 |
| Transportation | $1,600 |
| Other Education Costs | $500 |
Information Technology Assistant Requirements (31 Credits)
| General Education Requirements | Credits | Prerequisities | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGL 1110 | Composition I | 3 | ENGL 098 or satisfactory placement scores |
| MATH 1215 | Intermediate Algebra | 4 | MTH 113 |
| NAVA XXX | Diné Studies Course | 3 | |
| BCIS 1115 | Introduction to Computers | 3 | |
| Information Technology Assistant Core Courses | |||
| Semester TWO | Credits | Prerequisites | |
| IT 105 | Introduction to Programming | 3 | |
| IT 110 | Introduction to Digital Logic / Hardware Programming | 3 | |
| IT 150 | Introduction to System Administration | 3 | |
| Semester THREE | |||
| IT 218 | Algorithms and Data Structure | 3 | IT 105 |
| IT 280 | IT Project Management | 3 | |
| IT 260 | Internetworking | 3 | IT 150 |
| Total Required Credit Hours | 31 | ||
** Please check course descriptions for the appropriate prerequisite course(s).
Degree Checklist (PDF) Enrollment Data
Program Advisors
Mark Trebian, Assistant Professor of Applied Computer Technology
Email: mtrebian@navajotech.edu
Phone: 505.786.4361
M.S., Management Technology, University of Wisconsin
B.S., Electrical Engineering, University of Wisconsin
DuWayne Thomas, Lecturer of Information Technology
Email: dthomas@navajotech.edu
Phone: 928.882.3149
B.S., Technical Mgt./ Network Communications and Management, DeVry University