Computer Maintenance and Networking Program Major Mission

The Computer Maintenance and Networking program major provides a diverse student population with a quality, relevant technical education and applied technical training in the installation, building, operation, maintenance, selection, optimization, programming, and basic electronics of computer systems, networks and associated hardware and software systems, including a general education component through a systematically organized curriculum. The CMNW program maintains a student centered learning environment that helps graduates acquire the knowledge, skill competencies, attitudes, and values to function effectively in their chosen fields, pursue higher education or engage in lifelong learning.

Computer  Maintenance and Networking (CMNW) Program Educational Objectives

Graduates of the Computer Maintenance and Networking program major will:

  1. Be prepared to function effectively in the computer maintenance and networking fields by applying relevant technical knowledge and technical skills in: Basic electronics, programming, operation, installation, maintenance, selection, and optimization of computer systems, computer networks and associated hardware and software systems.
  2. Demonstrate a high standard of professional ethics, attitudes, and values.
  3. Communicate effectively and work collaboratively in teams.
  4. Be prepared to pursue higher education and value lifelong learning.

Computer Maintenance and Networking Student Outcomes

The seven student outcomes listed below describe what the student is expected to know or be able to do upon graduating from the Computer Maintenance and Networking program.

Present Student Outcomes (Effective Fall 2019)

At Graduation, Computer Maintenance and Networking students must demonstrate:

  1. an ability to apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve well-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
  2. an ability to design solutions for well-defined technical problems and assist with the engineering design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to the discipline.
  3. an ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in well-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  4. an ability to conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results.
  5. an ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
  6. the application of electric circuits, computer programming, associated software applications, analog and digital electronics, microcomputers, operating systems, local area networks, and engineering standards to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of computer systems and associated software systems.
  7. the application of natural sciences and mathematics at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry to the building, testing, operation, and maintenance of computer systems and associated software systems.

Previous Student Outcomes (Fall 2013 – Spring 2019)

Upon graduation, Computer Maintenance and Networking students must demonstrate:

  1. An ability to apply the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools in computer maintenance and networking applications to include basic electronics, programming, operation, installation, maintenance, selection, and optimization of computer systems, computer networks and associated hardware and software systems.
  2. An ability to apply a knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to engineering technology problems that require limited application of principles but extensive practical knowledge in computer maintenance and networking.
  3. An ability to conduct standard tests and measurements and, to conduct, analyze, interpret experiments and write technical lab.
  4. An ability to function effectively as a member of a technical team.
  5. An ability to identify, analyze engineering technology problems in computer maintenance and networking applications and develop appropriate solutions.
  6. An ability to apply written, oral, and graphical communication in both technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
  7. An understanding of the need for and an ability to engage in self-directed continuing professional development.
  8. An understanding of and a commitment to address professional and ethical responsibilities, including a respect for diversity.
  9. A commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement.
  10. The application  of  electric  circuits/circuit analysis and design,  computer  programming,  associated software applications, analog and digital electronics, microcomputers, operating systems, and local area networks, to the building, testing, operation and maintenance of computer systems and associated software systems.
  11. The application of physics to electronic circuits in a rigorous mathematical environment at or above the level of algebra and trigonometry.

Declared Major and Graduation Data

Electronic Engineering Technology- Computer Maintenance and Networking Major

Academic YearGraduation DataDeclared Major Data
2020-202112132
2019-20209120
2018-201926148
 2017-2018 20153
 2016-2017 17170
 2015-2016 17154
 2014-2015 15177
 2013-201418188

Annual program declared major data notes:

  1. The CMNW program is not a locked step program. Students can enter the program from multiple first year courses provided that they have been assessed for Mathematics, English, and meet the course pre-requisites. Students progress in the CMNW program at their own pace, either part time or full time to complete the program course requirements. Once all requirements are completed, students graduate.
  2. Students are not required to declare full-time or part-time status.
  3. Multiple courses serve as service courses to other departments within the Engineering Technologies Division and across the college.
  4. The same student can be enrolled in one or more program of study. Seats taken does not necessarily equate to number of students in the program.
  5. Students often become employed after completing several courses in the program or a short-term certificate.

Computer Maintenance and Networking Staff

Hikmat Chedid
Professor and Program Coordinator
Applied Electronics
Extension 7017
Room AT 116G
hchedid@lorainccc.edu

David W. Astorino           
Professor
Applied Electronics
Program Coordinator
Extension 7215
Room AT 116F
dastorin@lorainccc.edu 

Lawrence Atkinson
Associate Professor
Extension 7059
Room AT 116E
latkinso@lorainccc.edu

Christopher Rohal
Instructor
Extension 4146
Room AT 116S
crohal@lorainccc.edu