Computer Support
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS)
Academic development and oversight of degree program provided by Missoula College UM
All courses taken and certificates/degrees earned through attendance at Bitterroot College UM are transcripted by Missoula College UM
The Computer Support Certificate of Applied Science (CS-CAS)
provides a technical education for individuals interested in
pursuing entry-level positions in the information technology
industry. The explosion of computer information technology
continues to fuel a high demand for computer support
specialists. The certificate curriculum includes course topics
covering computer hardware, operating systems, software
development, Internet technologies, networking,
telecommunications, and application software. Technical
classes are delivered using a lab-based, project-oriented,
hands-on approach. Soft skills involving problem-solving,
business organization structure, customer service, and writing
are emphasized.
Fall Semester (program semester of entry is fall)
Dept
Crs
No.
Crdts
Title
Sem/Yr
Grd
Sem/Yr
4,A
CSCI
105
3
Computer Fluency
ITS
150
3
CCNA 1: Exploration
ITS
165
3
OS Commands & Scripts
4,6,B
M
115
3
Prob & Linear Math
WRIT
101
3
College Writing I
Total credits
Grd
Student Name
Courses Required for Computer Support CAS Completion
1,3,B
A
4,6,C
15
Spring Semester
Dept.
Crs
No.
Crdts
BGEN
105S
3
CSCI
135
3
CSCI
172
3
ITS
210
3
ITS
280
3
ITS
289
Total credits
1
Title
1,2,5
Intro to Business
Fundamentals of
Computer Science
1,2,A
Intr to Com Modeling
Network O.S. –
1,2,D
Desktop
Computer Repair
D
and Maintenance
E
Professional Certification
Student ID
The program partners with the Computer Technology Industry
Association (CompTIA) to offer the industry-based A+
certification. The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry
standard for computer support technicians. The international,
vendor-neutral certification proves technical competence to
employers. CompTIA A+ certified technicians are recognized
as having excellent customer service and communication skills
to work with clients. Academically prepared students can
complete the CS-CAS and the CompTIA A+ certification in one
year. All credits earned in CS-CAS program can be applied to
Missoula College’s Information Technology Associate of
Applied Science (IT-AAS) degree.
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For more information on the CS-CAS, visit the Missoula College
Information Technology website at
mc.umt.edu/acet/Academic_Programs/IT/default.php
Certificate of Applied Science (CAS)
2 Semesters
Fall
Eligible for Federal Financial Aid
A
Suggested prereq: CAPP 120 or demonstrated computing experience
Course prereq: M 090 with a grade of B- or better or appropriate placement score
C
Course prereq: WRIT 095 or passing placement test score
D
Course prereq: ITS 150 or consent of instructor
E
Course prereq: Consent of instructor
B
Catalog Year
Type of Program:
Length of Program:
Semester of Entry:
Financial Aid:
Online course; 2also online in fall; 3also online in spring; 4also online fall & spring
also face-to-face at BC in fall; 6also face-to-face at BC in spring
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Certificate Contact Information
Bitterroot College
Academic Advising
Kathleen O’Leary
(406) 375-0100 kathleen.oleary@umontana.edu
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Missoula College
Dept. of Applied Computing and Engineering Technology
Information Technology Program Director
Tom Gallagher
(406) 243-7814 thomas.gallagher@umontana.edu
Bitterroot College University of Montana
 274 Old Corvallis Road  Hamilton, Montana 59840
(406) 375-0100  Fax (406) 375-0200  http://www.umt.edu/bc
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