Computer Systems Technology A+

An FCPS Academy Cyber Course

Course Info

•Computer Systems Technology I - Course #8622 •Computer Systems Technology II - Course #8623

Course Description

This class prepares students for the Electronics/Computer industry by providing them with entry level skills as an electronics/computer technician. An emphasis is placed on preparation for the industry-established A+ Computer Technician certification. This requires skills in basic computing electronics in addition to competency with computer hardware & software.  

Computer based training software, coupled with plentiful hands-on experience, prepare the student to install, troubleshoot, repair and upgrade computer equipment. The successful graduate of this program will be ready to pursue work in either the electronics / computer industries or  further academic training in post-secondary educational institutions.

Class Features

  • Meters & Test - Equipment
  • Power Supplies
  • Computers & - Peripherals
  • A+ Test Simulators
  • On Site A+ Exam
  • Networking - Equipment
  • Online Curricula

Professional Certification Opportunities

  • CompTia A+ Certification
  • Testout PC Pro Certification
  • Microsoft Office Specialist MOS
  • Virginia Workplace Readiness Skills

Post Graduate Educational Opportunities

This list of organizations, agencies, and educational institutions is maintained as a guide for students and their parents who are seeking information about post-secondary education opportunities in our region.  This list is not all inclusive. This list is not intended to, signify accreditation, certification, approval, or endorsement of any organization, agency, or educational institution listed herein.  Edison Academy and FCPS assumes no responsibility for the actions and abilities of the organizations, agencies, and schools listed here.

Potential Career Opportunities

  • Electronics Technician
  • Network Technician
  • Computer Technician
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Network Engineering

Features

Patrick Kuesters

Mr. Kuesters has been with Edison Academy since 2007 where he started teaching Network Administration. Since then he has added the Oracle, A+ and Cyber Security Capstone curricula to his responsibility. He currently holds a bachelor’s degree in Business and an MBA from University of Phoenix, and a Masters of Education from University of Virginia. Mr. Kuesters has held many different positions at several different companies thus, giving him a wide array of knowledge and experience in finance, business, retail, computers and education. In his career he has worked for several large corporations such as: Nordstrom, Verizon, AARP, Fannie Mae, ASIS, University of Phoenix and even NAVSEA.