Smart Home Technology Specialist Description
Sioux City Campus
This certificate program was developed to provide training in Home Technology Integration (Smart Home Technologies).
Students will master the core competencies needed for the installation, integration, and troubleshooting of the following automated home sub-systems: Home Security, Audio/Video, Computer Networks, Electrical Wiring, HVAC (Heating/Air Conditioning Systems), Cable/Satellite, Broadband, Telecommunications, and Structured Wiring.
This certification prepares students for the national certification exams which can be taken at the Western Iowa Tech Testing Center. Students must register and pay for the tests online via the VUE Testing Center website at www.vue.com.
Employment opportunities continue to grow. As home electronic equipment costs decrease more consumers are investing in home electronics equipment and systems. Certified technicians and sales professionals are needed to meet this demand.
Required Classes
Search For Available Classes - First Semester
SDV 108 The College Experience 1
ELE 112 Basic Electrical Theory 3
NET 161 IT Essentials I: PC Hardware & Software 4
ELT 692 Digital Home Technology Integration + 4
NET 143 Essentials of Networking 3
Program Total 15
ELE 112 Basic Electrical Theory 3
NET 161 IT Essentials I: PC Hardware & Software 4
ELT 692 Digital Home Technology Integration + 4
NET 143 Essentials of Networking 3
Program Total 15
Advisors
Donnin Custer, BAS Ext. 1392 Room A146 donnin.custer@witcc.edu
David McDonald, AAS Ext. 1281 Room A146 dave.mcdonald@witcc.edu
Greg Strong, BS, BA, Division Chair Ext. 1480 Room A111 greg.strong@witcc.edu