Technology Class

ESL for Information Technology

  • Course Description: Non-native English speakers interested in pursuing a career in working with computers will expand their job-related vocabulary and conversations including equipment and network problems and giving technical support.

    Students will practice reading and writing assignments for computer issues and employment responsibilities such as program languages, software applications and operating systems. This class is recommended to help second-language speakers prepare for the F+ Certification class.

    Tuition:
    Free

    Location:
    Roy J. Wasson Academic Campus

    Dates and Times:
    Begins Fall 2020

     

IT Fundamentals & Customer Service

  • This course is intended for those seeking an entry level job in the Information Technology Field.  It prepares them to take CompTIAA ITF+ Certification while training them on the essential customer service skills needed to begin a career in IT.  After completing the course, participants typically get employment as Tier 1 computer support specialists and can earn $15 to $18 per hour. 

    This course is best suited to participants who are familiar with computers and want to acquire the base knowledge and skills to begin a career in IT.  This is not a course for those who want to learn computer applications for their own personal knowledge.

     Pre-requisites:  High School Diploma or Equivalency Recommended.  Basic computer literacy.  Ability to sit and type for long periods of time.

    Tuition:
    $150

    Location:
    Catalyst Campus
    555 Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

    Dates and Times:
    October 3, 2020 to April 17, 2021
    Saturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

    January 19, 2021 to May 27, 2021
    Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm

Computer

Intro to IT Careers

  • Course Description: This class will prepare students to enroll in the Information Technology Career Pathways program to become credentialed in Comp TIA F+. Students must have high intermediate to advanced level reading and math skills. 

    The class will cover:

    • Career Awareness
    • Workplace Prep
    • Contextualized IT basic skills
    • An introduction to basic computer hardware, software, and applications

    Tuition:
    Free

    Location:
    Catalyst Campus
    555 Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

    Dates and Times:
    September 19th - 26th, 2020
    Saturdays 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

    January 5th - 14th, 2021
    Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:00 pm - 8:30 pm