Electronic Technician
A+ & Digital Home Technology Integrator (DHTI)
This course provides information and practical hands-on experience for two different industry certifications. Home Technology integrates home office, home networking, home theater, whole house audio, internet, phone services, and security function. Job placement assistance is available to all graduates of this program.
- Classes meet Monday-Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
- Participate in hands-on classroom demonstrations of skills and knowledge
- Graduates receive a Certificate of Completion and Skills Sheet: Home Technology Integrator
- All teachers are credentialed by the California Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
- The teachers providing vocational training have work experience in related business and/or industry.
Home Technology Integrator
Initial Materials Fee: $1350
Cost of books: $130
Total approximate cost of program: $1480
36 week program
1080 Hours of Training in Home Technology Integration & A+ Certification
A + and your career
Every business uses computers and skilled technicians are a necessity. A+ opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology at an affordable price. A+ certification is the perfect launch pad into other more challenging careers in information technology.
The A+ exams test the following areas of knowledge:
• Installation, configuration and upgrading
• Diagnosis and troubleshooting
• Preventive maintenance
• Motherboard, processors and memory
• Printers
• Basic Networking – Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista
• OS Fundamentals
• Network fundamentals
• Preventive maintenance
• Motherboard, processors and memory
• Printers
• Basic Networking – Windows 98, ME, 2000, XP, Vista
• OS Fundamentals
• Network fundamentals
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Comp TIA A + Certification and DHTI+
Home Technology Integrator (HTI)
The Comp TIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected of an entry-level computer technician. Those holding the A+ certification have a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventive maintenance and basic networking.
Items covered: Low voltage wiring, user interface, control processors, computer networking, audio/video, home security, surveillance, telecommunications, homelighting, thermostat control, water systems, home access and other automated home features.
CEA-Comp TIA Digital Home Technology Integrator + (CEA-Comp TIA DHTI+) is a credential that covers all aspects of the connected home. The certification maps to specific job roles and skills in home technology integration, such as:
- System infrastructure and integration, including user interfaces and control processors; network setup and support; and internet access and protocol.
- Digital home entertainment and distribution, including digital rights management and IP; media center PCs and entertainment PCs.
- Digital home control of telecommunications, lighting, energy management, and security CEA-CompTIA DHTI+ certification is targeted at home technology system installers and integrators who install, service and maintain digital home products. The certification is relevant to a variety of industries and job roles related to home technology, including technology integrators, security system technicians, cable, satellite, telecommunications, A-V installers, electricians, and network administrators.
Required Orientation & Assessment
Every Wednesday 8:15 a.m.-11:00 a.m. in the Multi-Purpose Room.
Please bring your picture ID.
NO CHILDREN PLEASE.