Computer Support Specialist (Cert B) Degree Map
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Computer Support Specialist
Certificate B
Computer Support Specialist (full-time)
Total Credits = 44
This map provides a guide to completing a certificate program or an associate degree. Completion is subject to pre-requisite requirements and availability of the program/courses by location.
SGE = Statewide General Education code
Additional information about this area of interest along with course descriptions and syllabi can be found here.
Semester 1: Total Credits = 9
| Course ID Number | Course Title | Credit Total | SGE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CST 107 |
Intro to Computers and Applications |
3 |
|
|
CST 115 |
PC Troubleshooting Lab |
1 |
|
|
CST 124 |
PC Troubleshooting Essentials |
2 |
|
|
CST 106 |
Networking Fundamentals: CCNA 1 |
3 |
|
Semester 2: Total Credits = 13
| Course ID Number | Course Title | Credit Total | SGE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CST 159 |
Switching, Routing, and Wireless Essentials: CCNA 2 |
4 |
|
|
CST 118 or |
Linux Essentials or Web Design |
2 |
|
|
CST 154 |
CompTIA A+ Essentials |
3 |
|
|
CST 158 |
CompTIA A+ Practical Applications |
3 |
|
|
NET 125 |
Intro to Net+ |
3 |
|
Semester 3: Total Credits = 10
| Course ID Number | Course Title | Credit Total | SGE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CST 212 or |
Enterprise Networking, Security, and Automation: CCNA 3 or |
3 |
|
|
CST 218 |
Linux |
2 |
|
|
CST 219 |
Server Operating Systems and Virtualization |
3 |
|
|
CST 206 |
Programming |
2 |
|
Semester 4: Total Credits = 12
| Course ID Number | Course Title | Credit Total | SGE |
|---|---|---|---|
|
CST 207 or |
Tech Support Lab I or |
2-3 |
|
|
CST 215 |
Essentials to Cloud Computing |
3 |
|
|
CST 223 |
Server Administration |
3 |
|
|
CST 224 |
Computer and Network Security |
3 |
|
|
NET 196 |
Certification Training Lab: NET+ |
1 |
|
Effective Date 08/15/2025