The Computer Technology program prepares students in the areas of planning, design and implementation of computer programs in many different languages and microcomputer systems hardware, applications and connectivity.

Students opting to concentrate their studies in the Computer Programming area receive instruction in the concepts, principles and techniques of software production with both procedural and object-oriented programming languages such as Visual BASIC, C++, RPG or COBOL, and JAVA. In addition, students are required to take courses in web design that include topics such as HTML, DHTML, Dreamweaver and JavaScript. Career opportunities in this area include the positions of computer programmer and Internet webmaster.

A concentration on software applications (word processing, spreadsheets, database), local area networks, microcomputer repair and information processing is the focus of the PC Support area. Graduates with this specialization are employed as PC Support Specialists or Help Desk Technicians who provide technical support for hardware and software and provide assistance and advice to computer users. They must also be able to anticipate problems and take preventive action as well as be able to solve problems that occur during operations.

The area of Information Technology involves the study of local and wide-area networking, network management, and Internet/intranet management. Career opportunities in this area include Internet webmaster and network administrator.

The Computer Technology field calls for the ability to work with abstract concepts and to perform exacting technical analyses; therefore, it is recommended that students entering this program have a strong math background.

OCtech’s Computer Technology program is accredited by the Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP).