Program Information - Mitchell Technical Institute

The Information Systems Technology program offers students extensive knowledge and technical training related to the computer industry. With today’s continuous changes in technology and the complexity of the personal computer, the need for technicians remains in high demand. Throughout this program, students learn how to disassemble, assemble, diagnose, and upgrade personal computers and networks. Three options are available in the second year of the program: a focus on network administration, systems administration, or a student may opt for a Computer Support Specialist emphasis by completing one year of Office Technology Specialist. CompTIA A+ certification exams will be offered to first-year students. Successful completion of these exams will lead to A+ certification.

A special note about laptop computers:

This program requires a laptop computer so that you can effectively integrate computing skills with your technical education. Many resources that instructors assign are online or require specialty software. To address these needs, MTI requires that students entering this program purchase their laptops from MTI. The cost for an MTI laptop averages about $1000. Please be aware that our machines come fully loaded with the software required for this program.

Whether it's Microsoft Office, or a specialty software for a technical program, your needs will be met by your MTI laptop. And our laptops are serviced for free by our Technology office. You will not be able to bring a laptop from home into an MTI laptop program as we cannot provide support services for every make and model of laptop. Please consider this carefully before making any laptop purchase and check with the Admissions office for more details.

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Program Outcomes

Information Systems Technology, Diploma

At the completion of the first year (diploma), graduates will be able to:

Install, configure and troubleshoot devices in the network.
Install and configure computer components.
Maintain and troubleshoot computer hardware components.
Manage Microsoft Windows client operating systems and software.
Use the Internet as both a research and publishing tool.
Describe how a network works.
Implement an IP addressing scheme and IP Services to meet network requirements in a medium-sized Enterprise branch office network.
Demonstrate ability to configure, verify, and troubleshoot basic router operation and routing on Cisco devices.
Solve problems individually and in a team environment.
Demonstrate understanding of database concepts.
Demonstrate proficiency in installation and maintenance of a server environment.

Information Systems Technology, Network Administration, A.A.S. Degree

At the completion of the second year, graduates will be able to:

Develop and implement security procedures.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server operating systems.
Establish an Active Directory environment on Microsoft Windows Server.
Configure basic TCP/IP networking services on Microsoft Windows.
Perform system backups and restore data.
Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences.
Control network access using firewalls and ACL's.
Install, configure and troubleshoot devices in the network.
Solve problems individually and in a team environment.
Gather, interpret, and analyze data in computer forensic investigations.
Install and maintain a virtual environment.

Information Systems Technology, System Administration, A.A.S. Degree

At the completion of the second year, graduates will be able to:

Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows Server operating systems.
Establish an Active Directory environment on Microsoft Windows Server.
Configure basic TCP/IP networking services on Micosoft Windows.
Perform system backups and restore data.
Understand ethical responsibilities and consequences.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot network operating systems.
Solve problems individually and in a team environment.
Install, configure and troubleshoot devices in the network.
Install, configure, and troubleshoot Microsoft Exchange/Linux Servers.
Demonstrate proficiency in basic understanding of a datacenter environment.
Install and maintain a virtual environment.
Gather, interpret, and analyze data in computer forensic investigations.

Check out the 2012-13 Informational Systems Technology Assessment Review for information on how this program assures that its students are attaining learning outcomes.

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Placement and Wage Information

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Cost

Program Tuition & Fees*			$12,009
(4 semester program/average tuition cost per semester, $3,002.25)
Other Required Costs
Laptop/Software			$1,350
Books/Tools (estimated)			$500
*All costs listed are estimated and are subject to change at any time. Students will receive final costs at the time of course registration each semester.