Academics / Technology
Young people often have an innate understanding of technology and an interest in working in this field.
Shepherds College 40-week Technology program introduces students to the basics of computer and electronics technologies, coupled with workplace skills and experience. It's a complete education for students interested in this expanding field.
Technology Overview
FIELD EXPERIENCE OBJECTIVE
To further develop Technology skills learned in college classes and related activities in a practical and professional environment with the goal to enhance employment readiness and empower independence.
TECHNOLOGY TRAINING PROGRAM
Professional Office
- Professional Office Skills
- Document Scanning, Copying, Digital Conversion, and Disposal
- Customer Service
- Filing
- Internet Research and Safety
- Microsoft Word and Excel
- Writing, Sending Emails
- Keyboarding
- Data Entry
- Document Layout
- Professional Phone Skills
- Purchasing Process
- Template Creation
Web Development
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Security
- Social Media Utilization and Etiquette
- Website Design
- Programming Basics
- Backend Web Development
IT Maintenance and Repair
- Maintenance and Repair
- Problem Solving
- Data (Backup/Recovery)
- Building Computers
- Troubleshooting
- Purchasing Process
- Windows and File Management
- Windows Settings and Customization
- Understanding Networking
Mass Media Production
- Mass Media
- Media and Copyright
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Audio Production
- Composition
- Lighting
- Photography
- Post Processing
- PowerPoint
- Publishing
- Video Production
Advanced Areas of Study
- Programming (JavaScript, C#, SQL)
- Quality Assurance/ Software Testing
- Spreadsheet formula design
- Copy Editing
- Debugging
- Active Directory
- Server Administration
EMPLOYMENT READINESS
- Problem Solving
- Following Directions
- Teamwork
- Professionalism
- Productivity
- Friendliness
EXPERIENCE
- Skill development working for Shepherds’ IT, Tech Center, and Marketing.
- 100+ hours of hands-on training and experience working for Shepherds’ on-campus IT helpdesk.
- Experience breaking down computers and rebuilding them with new parts.
- Training and experience troubleshooting real-world technology issues campus-wide.
- Training and experience with photography and video equipment, and with media post-production.
For more information on the program including placement rates, program costs, and possible career options please see:
https://shepherdscollege.edu/assets/Disclosures/tech-ge-disclosure.html