Career Choices

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don’t have a lot of experience with computers is to ask for help when you need it.”

Computer Service Technician (A+/ Network+) Skill Set – Learn the basics of computer set-up and repair.

Andrew Reed has been using computers since he was 5 years old. He is currently working toward his associate degree in computers from JCC and is considering transferring on to a university to earn a bachelor’s degree in computer science. With his Andrew Reed knowledge of computers, he tutors other students on campus and is often called upon for help by family and friends with computer problems.

Microcomputer Application Specialist Associate in Applied Science, Certificate, Concentration, Skill Set – Prepare for variety of positions in an automated office setting.

“Just get on the computer and start using it, explore, click around and experiment,” Reed said. “Experience is the best learning tool.” Interested in a career working with computers? JCC offers the following programs: Computer Literacy Skill Set – Learn the basics to using a personal computer. Computer Programming Specialist Associate in Applied Science, Certificate – Learn to write the detailed sets of instructions computers understand and act on.

Microsoft® Networking Concentration – Learn basics of networking with Microsoft® products. Microsoft® Office Specialist Certificate, Concentration – Provides a framework for measuring student proficiency with Microsoft® Office® applications and prepares students for the industry recognized Microsoft® Exams for measuring an individual’s mastery of “Office®” applications. Multimedia Web Design Associate in Applied Science, Certificate -Web designers combine type, graphics, animation, sound, and programming to create a complete experience for the web visitor. Network+/Security+ Concentration – Prepare to work as an information technology professional with a knowledge of information security within computer networks. Networking Specialist Associate in Applied Science, Certificate – Networking involves the hardware, software and communication channels necessary to allow

computers to talk to each other. Study the various components of computer hardware and networking for today’s careers. P.C. Technician Entrepreneur Certificate – Earn A+/Network+ certification, the industry standard for computer service technicians, while also learning the fundamentals of starting and operating one’s own business. 3D Design and Animation Associate in Applied Science – Study the visual and artistic side of modeling and computer animation. Completion of the degree prepares students for entry-level careers in digital illustration for motion picture and video industries, advertising, and computer systems design services. Visual Communication/Graphic Design Associate in Applied Science, Certificate, Concentration -- Graphic designers plan and create visual solutions to communications needs, using color, type, illustration, photography, and various print and layout techniques to create a variety of publications such as magazines, newspapers, brochures, packaging, displays and more. Under development -- A new associate degree in e-commerce, electronic commerce or business, is currently being developed by JCC faculty. Look for the full program in Fall 2009 semester.

Looking for more information? E-mail us at careerchoices@jccmi.edu

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