Diploma in Computer Technical and Client Support

Graduates will achieve practical and theoretical skills in managing and repairing standalone PCs and computer networks, and will be able to; assemble and disassemble a computer; partition and format hard disk drives; create a dual boot system; understand network topologies, media protocols and architectures; understand the use of hubs, repeaters, bridges, routers, and other connectivity devices; understand the fundamentals and principals of security of a computer network and how to apply these in various situations; install and upgrade operating systems; deploy an operating system over a network; configure network connectivity and customise; configure settings; configure security settings; troubleshoot and repair hardware, operating systems, and networks; demonstrate communication skills including communication with people from other cultures and ethnicities, and maintain job related professionalism; give and receive feedback; demonstrate advanced problem solving skills; handle software distribution and updates; monitor server operations; and present for the CompTIA A+ (Certified Computer Technician certification), CompTIA Linux+ (Certified Linux Technician), Microsoft MCITP ? Enterprise Support Technician.
Successful students will be able to seek cross credits at another tertiary institution and study at a higher level.
Graduates who do not proceed to further study will be able to obtain employment as enterprise support persons, Linux networking support, and various help desk roles.

Kiwa is a Private Training Establishment that provides an innovative, interactive and inspiring learning environment that promotes quality programme delivery.

Kiwa has been delivering educational programmes for 35 years and is registered and accredited by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority since 1993.