Broadband Technology Certificate and Degree Program
Certificate
When technicians earn this certificate they possess the comprehensive knowledge of intricate processes and advancing technology to move into management roles and lead diverse teams.
| Installer | 3 Credit Hours |
| Installer Technician | 4 Credit Hours |
| Service Technician | 4 Credit Hours |
| System Technician | 4 Credit Hours |
| Fiber Testing & Maintenance | 2 Credit Hours |
| Fiber Installation & Activation | 2 Credit Hours |
| Digital Technician | 3 Credit Hours |
| Advanced Technician | 4 Credit Hours |
Associate of Applied Science in Broadband Technology and Communication with a Specialization in Broadband Technology
Earn a two-year associate’s degree with our education partner, Arapahoe Community College, as you continue professional training.
Program-level learning outcomes include:
- Perform tasks of an upper level broadband technician
- Practice general business principles
- Lead and manage a technical workforce in the broadband industry
- Exhibit professionalism as a technician or leader
- Possess knowledge of the how and why broadband technology works
- Apply foundational knowledge to new and changing circumstances
| General Education Requirements | Major/Core Courses | |||
| Technical Writing | 3 Credit Hours | Excellence in Customer Service | 3 Credit Hours | |
| or | Stress Management | 3 Credit Hours | ||
| College English Course | 3 Credit Hours | or | ||
| Technical Mathematics | 4 Credit Hours | College Psychology Course | 3 Credit Hours | |
| or | Cultural Diversity in Business | 3 Credit Hours | ||
| Higher-Level College Math Course | 4 Credit Hours | Time Management | 1 Credit Hour | |
| Interpersonal Communication | 3 Credit Hours | |||
| Introduction to PC Applications | 3 Credit Hours | |||
| Introduction to Business | 3 Credit Hours | |||
| Effective Supervision | 3 Credit Hours |
| Restricted Electives* | Specialization Courses | |||
| Intercultural Communication | 3 Credit Hours | Installer | 3 Credit Hours | |
| Principles of Sales | 3 Credit Hours | Installer Technician | 4 Credit Hours | |
| Business Communication and Report Writing | 3 Credit Hours | Service Technician | 4 Credit Hours | |
| Introduction to Marketing | 3 Credit Hours | System Technician | 4 Credit Hours | |
| Principles of Management | 3 Credit Hours | Fiber Testing & Maintenance | 2 Credit Hours | |
| Computers and Broadband Modems | 3 Credit Hours | Fiber Installation & Activation | 2 Credit Hours | |
| Broadband Digital Installer | 3 Credit Hours | Digital Technician | 3 Credit Hours | |
| Project Management in Organizations | 3 Credit Hours | Advanced Technician | 4 Credit Hours |
*Special note on restricted electives: If you previously obtained an AAS degree through the college program and are now pursuing a second AAS degree, please contact NCTI Customer Care before selecting your restricted electives. In some instances, restricted electives that were previously used to satisfy an AAS degree requirement cannot be used for a second AAS degree.