Computer Information Technology

About

   The Computer Information Technology program is designed to provide students with first-hand knowledge of commonly used software, hardware, and operations of personal computers, servers, networking, and security operations used in today’s highly technical business and industry. Many aspects of computers and servers are covered including how hardware and software work together, hardware assembly and repair, backup strategies, email communications, the configuration of computers and their related peripheral devices, and how to apply critical thinking, diagnostics, and troubleshooting solutions on the job are explored.

  The CIT program serves as a preparatory course for obtaining certifications in CompTIA A+, Network +, Security +, and AWS, followed by specialized paths for Enterprise Services, CCNA, Advanced AWS, CySA+, and advanced ethical security techniques.

Class Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 2:30 PM

Overview

Information Detail
Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 20 Months
Clock Hours 2,160
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $7,435.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $2,368.00

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Personal Computer Operator336Certificate
Technical Support Specialist864Certificate
Information Technology Network Support Specialist1296Certificate
Information Technology System Support Specialist1728Diploma
Network Security and Cyber Defense Support Specialist, or Network Infrastructure Support Specialist, or Enterprise Services Support Specialist, or Cloud Services Support Specialist2160Diploma

The Computer Information Technology program has an articulation agreement with the Tennessee community colleges. Details of the articulation are located here, CIT Articulation Agreement. For more information contact the program instructor or the Student Services Office.

Please see the below attached document for the Nashville State Community College's agreement with CIT.



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Campus Locations

Main Campus
740 Highway 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
Clarksville Campus
135 International Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37040

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
CIT 0001 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 1010 - Orientation and Safety
CIT 1011 - Technology Foundations
CIT 1022 - IT Foundations
CIT 1032 - Introduction to Applications
CIT 1042 - Into to Operating Systems
Second Trimester: 
CIT 1070 - IT Help Desk Support Foundations
CIT 0002 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 2030 - Computer Support Foundations
Third Trimester: 
CIT 0003 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 3020 - Networking Foundations
CIT 3030 - Networking Infrastructure Foundations
Fourth Trimester: 
CIT 0004 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 4020 - IT Security Foundations
CIT 4030 - Cloud Foundations
Fifth Trimester: 
CIT 0005 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 5020 - Network Defense Foundations
CIT 5030 - Network Penetration Foundations
or
CIT 0005 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 5040 - Routing & Switching Foundations
or
CIT 0005 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 5050 - Enterprise Services Foundations
CIT 5060 - Enterprise Client Foundations
or
CIT 0005 - Worker Characteristics
CIT 5070 - Enterprise Cloud Services Foundations

Certifications

CompTIA IT Fundamentals
CompTIA A+
CompTIA Network+
CompTIA Security+
CompTIA CySA+
MD-100: Windows Client
MD-101: Managing Modern Desktops
Microsoft 365 Certified: Modern Desktop Administrator Associate
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
AWS Certified Solution Architect
Certified Ethical Hacker
Cisco CCNA 200-301

Instructors

Brandon Rives
Brandon Rives
615-420-4379
Sean Dorsey
Sean Dorsey
931-999-7140

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