Join the Computer Systems Technician diploma at St. Lawrence College! Gain hands-on training & real-world experience. Apply now for international opportunities!
The Computer Systems Technician program will prepare the student to fill the role of technical support in the dynamic and expanding field of client/server computing, cloud computing, O/S virtualization, enterprise networks, administration and Internet management. Students complete a work placement component that provides on-the-job training with a local company in their final semester. St. Lawrence College's courses are constantly evolving to incorporate a blend of leading edge and traditional technologies to meet the needs of local employers. This program is well suited to people who are interested in computers, but not math, physics or electronics. Many of the courses in the CN&TS program train the students towards obtaining Microsoft, A+, LPIC-1, and Network + certifications. Students receive hands-on training in: Computer hardware Applied Internet technology Software installation Scripting procedures Diagnostics Network installation Operating systems Maintenance User support Website administration Operating system virtualization Learning takes place in both classrooms and computer labs. Faculty bring a wealth of real-world experiences to the classroom. A number of courses in the curriculum are delivered in dedicated a lab using exclusively assigned computers, virtual servers and diverse equipment.
