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Computing Support
 
Program Sector:
Administration, Commerce and Computer Technology (01)

Program Code: 5729

CUISEP Code: 153-000.SP

Certification: DVS

Status: Program approved in 1999.

Number of Credits: 120 credits

Training centres offering this program:
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Length of Program:           TOTAL
1800 hours

Program Objectives

To develop the competencies necessary for applying the methods required in order to effectively practice the career, such as problem solving, researching information and time management. Skills related to optimal use of software are also developed: the use of older as well as recent operating systems, the use of application software, creating and using databases and the use of telecommunications. Developing the skills related to communication in the work place and customer support such as: interacting in a variety of of professional situations, communicating in French/English, providing call-centre customer assistance. Finally, the development of the competencies necessary for network management: assessing the structure and functioning of computer systems, developing programs, installing hardware and software, manageing access, setting up resource sharing, troubleshooting and computer optimization.

Admission Requirements

To be eligible for admission to the Computing Support program, candidates must meet one of the following requirements:

Persons holding a Secondary School Diploma or its recognized equivalent.
OR
Persons who are at least 16 years of age on September 30 of the school year in which their training is to begin and have earned the Secondary IV credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister, or have been granted recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons who are at least 18 years of age upon entry into the program and have the following functional prerequisites: the successful completion of the General Development Test and the course in language of instruction ENG-3071-3, mathematics MTH-4101-2, or recognition of equivalent learning.
OR
Persons having earned Secondary III credits in language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister and who will continue their general education courses concurrently with their vocational training in order to obtain the credits they are missing among the following: Secondary IV language of instruction, second language and mathematics in the programs of study established by the Minister.

Functional prerequisites

This section lists the examinations or course codes for the current adult general education programs that are required as specific prerequisites in language of instruction and mathematics. The specific prerequisites and successful completion of the general development test (GDT) are functional prerequisites. When a DVS does not require any specific prerequisites in language of instruction or mathematics, a dash ( - ) appears in the corresponding columns.

Functional prerequisites
Language of instruction Mathematics
Adult Youth Adult Youth
3071-3 406 4101-2 404

Occupations Targeted

2281   Computer and Network Operators and Web Technicians*
2282   User Support Technicians*
6221   Technical Sales Specialists - Wholesale Trade*
* = Link to Emploi-Québec's LMI on line

Program Contents:

Code Statement of the Competency Hours Credits
962-012 Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process 30 2
962-025 Analyze the architecture and operation of computer systems 75 5
962-038 Exploit the possibilities of operating systems using older technology 120 8
962-043 Apply a problem-solving method 45 3
962-052 Research information 30 2
962-068 Develop a utility program 120 8
962-074 Interact in various work situations 60 4
962-088 Exploit the possibilities of application software 120 8
962-096 Exploit the possibilities of operating systems using recent technology 90 6
962-106 Create and use a database 90 6
962-116 Install the hardware and software of a computer 90 6
962-122 Manage their time 30 2
962-135 Communicate in French 75 5
962-148 Manage access to the resources of a network 120 8
962-157 Install the shareable resources of a network 105 7
962-166 Exploit the possibilities of telecommunications facilities 90 6
962-173 Manage their careers 45 3
962-186 Troubleshoot a computer problem 90 6
962-194 Optimize the performance of a computer 60 4
962-205 Provide technical support at a telephone help desk 75 5
962-218 Ensure the proper operation of computers in the workplace 120 8
962-228 Provide service to clients in the workplace 120 8

Total: 1800 hours

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Note: This program is offered in French under the following name and number:

5229 - Soutien informatique

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