$1,900
11 months
5/18/2026
May 7th
Main Campus
for OTECH Grads
by 2032 in Utah
Learn advanced IT help desk skills and gain experience with real help tickets that simulate a service desk environment.
Learn about local and domain group policy and understand server hardware and software, including setup and maintenance.
Train in Linux distributions, management, hardware and software, and servers.
Receive hands-on experience setting up networks and working with routers, switches, cable management, and access points.
Understand business data safety, including safeguarding vulnerable IT data, PowerShell scripting, and Cloud.
Learn security basics and prepare to defend data from hackers.
Provide technical assistance to users, troubleshooting hardware and software issues.
Manage and maintain computer systems and servers within an organization.
User support, troubleshooting, and hardware maintenance to ensure an organization functions well.
The Information Technology program at OTECH combines classroom education with hands-on training to prepare students for entry-level employment. Throughout the program, students learn classroom theory on computer hardware and software, mobile devices, operating systems, networking, security, cloud technology, and other technologies relevant to the industry. Simulations, labs, and hands-on experiences provide the opportunity to apply techniques for technology development, support, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
OTECH offers several options for training in Information Technology, including help desk, system administration, networking, security, and cybersecurity. Careers are usually focused on one or two areas, but can overlap several for broader skill sets and opportunities for employment.
The Information Technology program can be used as a step to gain valuable industry-recognized certifications, which may include CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST), Microsoft, Amazon Web Services (AWS), Linux, and more.
Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.
Day: M-F 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Eve: M-Th 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students
Credit transfer options
Available to view here
Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$1,945.00
Estimated Materials Cost
$788.40
Estimated High School Student Cost
$70.00
Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes
| TEIT 1000 Information Technology Fundamentals | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Headphones | $6.50 | |
| Minimum of 64GB Flash Drive | ✔ | $12.99 |
| CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $138.86 |
| TEIT 1050 Career & Workplace Relations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Don R. Crawley The Compassionate Geek: How Engineers, IT Pros, and Other Tech Specialises Can Master Human Relations Skills to Deliver Outstanding Customer Service. 3rd Edition. Soundtraining.net, 2013. ISBN: 978-0983660736 | ✔ | $29.70 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $29.70 |
| TEIT 1200 A+ Core I | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA A+ Core 1 (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1210 A+ Core II | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA A+ Core 2 (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1100 Introduction to Networking | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| James Bernstein Networking Made Easy: Get Yourself Connected. 1st Edition. Independently Published, 2018. ISBN: 9781720034100 | ✔ | $16.99 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $16.99 |
| TEIT 1170 Computer Networks I | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA Network+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1300 Linux Foundations | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Raspberry PI 3,4, or 5 computer (special order only) | ✔ | $99.95 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $99.95 |
| TEIT 1110 Introduction to Cybersecurity | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Don Franke Cyber Security Basics: Protect your organization by applying the fundamentals. 1st Edition. CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform, 2016. ISBN: 9781522952195 | ✔ | $5.99 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $5.99 |
| TEIT 2300 Linux+ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA Linux+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1400 Introduction to Cloud | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 2200 Security+ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA Security+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 2270 Cybersecurity Analysis | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA CySA+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 2250 Ethical Hacking | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Certifiied Ethical Hacker (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1660 Server+ | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| CompTIA Server+ (ACI Learning) | ✔ | $125.87 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $125.87 |
| TEIT 1670 Windows Administration | ||
|---|---|---|
| Material | Required | New |
| Richard Siddaway Learn Active Directory Management in a Month of Lunches. 1st Edition. Manning Publications, 2014. ISBN: 9781617291197 | ✔ | $35.00 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $35.00 |
The Information Technology program at OTECH has a reading requirement. Please visit this page for more information.
The OTECH Information Technology program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits | Cost | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEIT 1000 | Information Technology Fundamentals | 2 | $190 | This course provides an overview of the various career pathways related to working with computers. Throughout the class, students will be introduced to computers, including their history, hardware, operating systems, system support, programming languages, software, databases, networking, data storage, and system security. During this course, the student will perform essential IT tasks commonly performed by end-users and entry-level IT professionals. | |
| TEIT 1050 | Career & Workplace Relations | 1 | $95 | Career and Workplace Relations is designed to help students gain insights into how their skills and professionalism enhance relationships between management and coworkers. Instruction includes employment skills such as communication, critical thinking, professional etiquette, team dynamics, and more. | |
| TEIT 1200 | A+ Core I | 3 | $285 | A+ Core I prepares students to be successful computer technicians, capable of installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, optimizing, and securing desktop computers, laptops, mobile devices, and printers. This course aligns with objectives of the CompTIA A+ Core I certification exam. | |
| TEIT 1210 | A+ Core II | 3 | $285 | A+ Core II is a follow-up to A+ Core I and provides further instruction on installation, configuration, maintenance, and security of various common operating systems and platforms. This course aligns with the objectives of the CompTIA A+ Core II certification exam. | |
| TEIT 1100 | Introduction to Networking | 1 | $95 | Introduction to Networking provides foundational-level instruction on the concepts, models, services, settings, protocols, topologies, and devices used in computer networks. Students also explore the Open Systems Interconnection (OSI) and Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) models. | |
| TEIT 1170 | Computer Networks I | 2 | $190 | Computer Networks I explores common computer networking models, network device installation and configuration, switching and routing technologies, IP address configuration, basic wireless network configuration, and network troubleshooting tools and methodology. This course aligns with objectives from popular networking certifications. | |
| TEIT 1300 | Linux Foundations | 2 | $190 | Linux Foundations focuses on the installation, configuration, and process management of a Linux workstation. Students explore shell programming, file system management, user accounts, access and permissions, and application installation and management. | |
| TEIT 2170 | Computer Networks II | 3 | $285 | Computer Networks II examines network design and architecture considerations, network documentation, change management, network monitoring methods and solutions, configuration management, network security hardening techniques, and basic datacenter, cloud, and virtual-network concepts. This course aligns with objectives from popular networking certifications. | |
| TEIT 1943 | Intermediate Service Desk | 2 | $190 | This course provides a hands-on service desk experience where students will complete activities that will hone the customer service, documentation, and troubleshooting skills needed to obtain a position as a service desk professional. This course also provides multiple opportunities to complete real world tickets as part of our free community computer support service desk. | |
| TEIT 1500 | Introduction to Scripting | 1 | $95 | Introduction to Scripting provides instruction on basic scripting concepts. Students are introduced to scripting fundamentals to automate tasks that would otherwise be performed manually. Students explore the practical use and management of scripts to perform system administration functions. | |
| TEIT 1040 | Introduction to Virtualization | 1 | $95 | Introduction to Virtualization explores what virtualization is and the critical role it plays in I.T. Learn how to install, configure, and maintain virtual machines as well as the availability, applications, and virtual appliances, including their role in virtualization. | |
| TEIT 1110 | Introduction to Cybersecurity | 1 | $95 | This course will provide foundational cybersecurity knowledge in preparation for more advanced cybersecurity courses as well as an introduction to career prospects in cybersecurity. | |
| TEIT 2300 | Linux+ | 3 | $285 | Linux+ provides instructions on how to install, configure, manage, and maintain a Linux server. Topics include: SSH, VNC, Webmin, NIS, and LDAP. Students learn to install, configure, and administer a Linux server. This course aligns with the CompTIA Linux+ objectives. | |
| TEIT 1400 | Introduction to Cloud | 2 | $190 | Introduction to Cloud provides instruction on core cloud computing concepts, services, and solutions as well as foundational knowledge from a business value perspective of the benefits and considerations for cloud computing implementation. Included is an overview of popular cloud platforms. | |
| TEIT 2200 | Security+ | 4 | $380 | Security+ provides instruction on assessing the security posture of enterprise environments and implementing appropriate security solutions. Instruction is given to identify, analyze, and respond to events and incidents. This course aligns with the objectives of the CompTIA Security+ certification exam. | |
| TEIT 2270 | Cybersecurity Analysis | 3 | $285 | Cybersecurity Analysis teaches threat and vulnerability management and how to employ tools and methods to secure data and infrastructure and respond to security incidents. The CompTIA CvSA+ objectives are covered and serves as a foundation for advanced security credentials. | |
| TEIT 2250 | Ethical Hacking | 3 | $285 | Ethical Hacking teaches fundamental network attack strategies and countermeasures. Students learn to use various penetration testing tools to analyze network vulnerabilities and how to counter them and improve network security. This course aligns with the Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) objectives. | |
| TEIT 2900 | IT Externship | 2 | $190 | Students will have the opportunity to develop real-world work experiences using knowledge and skills they have obtained in the program. Students will gain practical application of classroom skills through actual work situations. IT projects will be assigned to the student by cooperative businesses. Students will receive objective feedback on their performance each month. Customized student learning objectives will be developed addressing the individual needs of the organization and career interests of each student by the cooperative business and the student. | |
| TEIT 2910 | Special Projects I | 1 | $95 | Special Projects I provides students with a unique or advanced skill development identified as a need in industry. Students will select their chosen topic from a previous course subject and draft a project proposal. After the project is completed, the student and faculty member will review the success of the project compared to the proposal. (Requires advisor approval). | |
| TEIT 2920 | Special Projects II | 2 | $190 | Special Projects II provides students with a unique or advanced skill development identified as a need in industry. Students will select their chosen topic from a previous course subject and draft a project proposal. After the project is completed, the student and faculty member will review the success of the project compared to the proposal. (Requires advisor approval). | |
| TEIT 2930 | Special Projects III | 3 | $285 | Special Projects III provides students with a unique or advanced skill development identified as a need in industry. Students will select their chosen topic from a previous course subject and draft a project proposal. After the project is completed, the student and faculty member will review the success of the project compared to the proposal. (Requires advisor approval). | |
| TEIT 1660 | Server+ | 4 | $380 | This course will focus on server hardware and software installation and management, server administration, security and disaster recovery, and Troubleshooting. This course is built around hands-on labs to facilitate a complete learning experience in preparation to take the Server+ CompTIA Certification. Server concepts in all the major operating systems (Mac OS, Windows, and Linux) will be covered in this course. | |
| TEIT 1670 | Windows Administration | 4 | $380 | This course will improve upon the Windows Administration concepts covered in A+ and will expose students to higher levels of Windows Administration tools and functions. This course will explore Windows in-depth administration concepts such as imaging, user settings and preferences, Windows security, Group Policy, registry settings, and general Windows troubleshooting. |
Curtis comes to OTECH after a 16-year career in the automotive industry with roles ranging from help desk technician to managing a team of system engineers and sysadmins. His expertise in email security and automation scripting, along with proficiency in multiple IT and non-IT disciplines, brings a breadth of knowledge and experience to offer to students. He has a master’s degree in computer science from Weber State University.
Office Hours (by appointment): M-F 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location
Business Tech 152B
curtis.blackley@otech.edu
801-627-8362