PC Academy Certification Program
The PC Academy

This program is designed to teach a team of high school students and their supervisor the basics of working with a PC. Topics include specifying machine components, assembling PCs, installing software and peripherals, networking, and troubleshooting.

The PC Academy Certification Program was conceived as a model for assisting school technology coordinators. Students assist in maintaining and troubleshooting school networks by using the skills developed in this program. This model works well for all types of schools, especially schools that are isolated from technical service and support.

How Does It Work?

Teams consisting of three to five students and one supervisor perform the activities together. The team building process is central to the success of the program. The team concept builds on the knowledge and skills of the individual without placing all of the responsibility on one person. The resulting "learning team" will constantly be upgrading their pool of skills, benefiting both the school and the students.

Who Should Participate?
Students are typically selected from among sophomores and juniors that have a strong interest in technology, a willingness to work in a group, and a demonstrated sense of responsibility. The school will then have these students as a support work force for a significant period of time. The program's participants often include campus technology coordinators and teachers who work in the groups with the students.
What Will They Learn?

Students will learn through a number of hands-on cooperative experiences. Topics include:

Introduction to the PC System
Components
Functions

PC Specifications
Workstations
Peripherals

The PC Technician
Building a PC
Software Installation and Setup
Troubleshooting

Networking
NICs, switches, and cables
Protocols
Connecting to the Network

At the end of the program, participants will have experience with a wide variety of PC equipment and an increased knowledge base of current information about the PC industry. Each participant earns the title of Certified PC Technician.
2003 Program Dates
To be announced

A segment of this program will be delivered online. This information will be accessible prior to the scheduled training session.

Special arrangements can be made for programs to be conducted on dates other than those listed. Please contact us for information regarding special sessions.

To Register

Complete and submit the on-line Registration Form.  Please mail your check or credit card information (number, expiration date, type of card) to

Learning Technologies Partnership
Continuing Education
Southern Arkansas University
P.O. Box 9240
Magnolia, AR 71754-9240
Phone: 870-235-4005
Fax: 870-235-5110

For additional information, please contact
Kathy Cole
Phone: 870-235-4168
E-mail - kscole@saumag.edu

Cost
Cost is $500 per student for complete teams of three to five students. The supervisor for each team will receive his/her certification as a "no cost" scholarship from Learning Technologies Partnership at SAU. The charge includes all materials for the students and supervisor.    

The certification program is held on the SAU Campus. A map to the training site and information about accommodations will be mailed with a confirmation letter after registration is received.

Learning Technologies Partnership

LTP is a partnership of educational and private sector entities. Its purpose is to advance the use of technology in the learning environment. The Center for Distance Learning Research at Texas A&M University is partnering with LTP for this workshop. 
Future Certification Programs
  • Collaborative Videoconferencing
  • Multimedia
  • Mindtools: Technology for Teaching and Learning
  • Virtual Instructor
  • Distance Education

PC Academy Certification Program
Registration Form
Please:

Supervisor:

Last Name

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Employer

Organization

Job Title

Students:

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Last Name First Name MI

Last Name First Name MI

Last Name First Name MI

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Work Address:

Street

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Work Phone      Fax

E-mail Address    Home Phone  
Note: Home phone number will be used for emergency contact purposes only.

 

 

 

  

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