Computer Information Technology

The mission of the Computer Information Technology Program is to prepare the student for entry into the computer operations field. The course seeks to equip the student with the skills, attitudes, and work habits needed by those entering the computer field.

Computers are everywhere! With the ever changing technology in today's society, it's almost impossible not to know how to operate a computer. Listed below are some of the topics covered in our Computer Information Technology Program:

     Office Applications    Network Installation
     Web Page Design    Novel
     Computer Repair      Linux
     System Design         NT

For a well-rounded education, this is the class for you.

Exit Levels

PC Operator	1 trimester	Certificate
Desktop Technician	2 trimesters	Certificate
Microcomputer Specialist	3 trimesters	Diploma
Networking Specialist	4 trimesters	Diploma
IT Specialist	5 trimesters	Diploma

Statistics

2009/2010 Completion Rate	70.37%
2009/2010 Placement Rate	66.67%
Average Starting Pay	$8.00 - $14.00/hour

CAREER OPPORTUNITIES:

Applications Administrator
Hardware Technician
Computer Technician
System Administrator Help Desk
Web Page Creator

For more information contact:

Teresa Townley: teresa.townley@ttcparis.edu
Paul Carney: paul.carney@ttcparis.edu

Teresa Townley is one of the TTCP Computer Information instructors. Teresa is a June, 1999 Computer Operations Technology Graduate at Tennessee Technology Center at Paris, Tennessee. She is also A+ Certified in the computer industry.

Teresa's prior work experience includes many years as a secretary and four years in the U.S. Army as a Korean Linguist.

Teresa lives in Buchanan with her husband, Don, and has a son, Hunter. Her interests include reading, painting/drawing, movies and music.

Paul Carney is one of the Computer Information instructors at TTCP. He previously taught Industrial Electronics at TTCP before leaving for an electrical engineering position at Pneumatic Systems Company in Jackson, Tennessee. He gained valuable experience in industrial automation design and programming using state of the art equipment and software. He looks forward to using his freshened perspective for the benefit of his students.