Technical Standards – Computer Information Technology
The purpose of the technical standards list is to allow prospective students who are considering a career to be informed of the physical, emotional, and psychological demands related to training and employment in a field of study. These lists are provided to allow prospective students to make informed career choices by providing them with a summary of the physical abilities and personality traits that are generally required for the successful completion of a curriculum and result in employment in their field of study after graduation. Technical Standards are the foundation from which students will build their skills and acquire the essential requirements for graduation and employment opportunities.
- Demonstrate the ability to properly operate hand tools.
- Set up and operate fabrication and specialized or standard test equipment to diagnose, test, or analyze the performance of computer and network, assemblies, systems, or components.
- Modify, maintain, and computer and network, assemblies, systems, or components and systems to ensure that they function properly.
- Produce Visio drawings or other graphics representing Local area and wide area networks networks, or mechanical parts, using Microsoft Visio software.
- Troubleshoot, disassemble, and inspect computers, and remove, repair, or replace defective parts, such as Central Processing Units, RAM and expansion cards.
- Make computations relating to load requirements of wiring or equipment, using algebraic expressions and standard formulas
- Plan and carry out work assignments, using network drawings, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, or flow charts, following prescribed regulations, directives, or other instructions as required while following basic safety practices and procedures and OSHA safety standards.
- Remain on task while researching on-line catalogs or and/or repair part lists to locate in order to select computer and network equipment, components, or systems to meet functional specifications for designing, assembling, and repairing computers and computer networks
- Inspect newly installed computer and network equipment to adjust or correct operating problems.
- Explain or demonstrate correct operation or preventive maintenance of computer and network equipment to personnel and contribute expertise to develop a maintenance plan using standard operating procedures.
- Evaluate technical specifications to identify equipment or systems best suited for intended use and possible purchase, based on specifications, user needs, or technical requirements.
- Possess the ability to remember for the long term and apply network and computer theory of operation.
- Possess the ability to understand and adhere to company, state and federal information privacy regulations and laws.
Technical Standard requirements for the Computer Information Technology are listed here:
Near Vision – possess the ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
Far Vision – possess the ability to see details at a distance.
Deductive Reasoning – possess the ability to apply general rules to specific problems to produce answers that make sense.
Information Ordering – possess the ability to arrange things or actions in a certain order or pattern according to a specific rule or set of rules (e.g., patterns of numbers, letters, words, pictures, mathematical operations).
Inductive Reasoning – possess the ability to combine pieces of information to form general rules or conclusions (includes finding a relationship among seemingly unrelated events).
Problem Sensitivity – possess the ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong. It does not involve solving the problem, only recognizing there is a problem.
Visualization – possess the ability to imagine how something will look after it is moved around or when its parts are moved or rearranged.
Flexibility of Closure – possess the ability to identify or detect a known pattern (a figure, object, word, or sound) that is hidden in other distracting material.
Mathematical Reasoning – possess the ability to use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to engineer or manipulate network addressing designs.
Oral Comprehension – possess the ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
Visual Color Discrimination – possess the ability to match or detect differences between colors, including shades of color and brightness.
Written Comprehension – possess the ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Arm-Hand Steadiness – possess the ability to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one position.
Finger Dexterity – possess the ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
Oral Expression – possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
Perceptual Speed – possess the ability to quickly and accurately compare similarities and differences among sets of letters, numbers, objects, pictures, or patterns. The things to be compared may be presented at the same time or one after the other. This ability also includes comparing a presented object with a remembered object.
Category Flexibility – possess the ability to generate or use different sets of rules for combining or grouping things in different ways.
Selective Attention – possess the ability to concentrate on a task over a period of time without being distracted.
Speech Recognition – possess the ability to identify and understand the speech of another person.
Written Expression – possess the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
Fluency of Ideas – possess the ability to come up with a number of ideas about a topic (the number of ideas is important, not their quality, correctness, or creativity).
Number Facility – possess the ability to add, subtract, multiply, or divide quickly and correctly.
Speech Clarity – possess the ability to speak clearly so others can understand you.
Manual Dexterity – possess the ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
Originality – possess the ability to come up with unusual or clever ideas about a given topic or situation, or to develop creative ways to solve a problem.
Active Listening – giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
Critical Thinking – Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Complex Problem Solving – Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
Reading Comprehension – Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
Speaking – Talking to others to convey information effectively.
Equipment Maintenance – Performing routine maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is needed.
Mathematics – Using mathematics to solve problems.
Operation Monitoring – Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
Quality Control Analysis – Conducting tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
Repairing – Repairing machines or systems using the needed tools.
Troubleshooting – Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.
Active Learning – Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
Judgment and Decision Making – Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
Systems Analysis – Determining how a system should work and how changes in conditions, operations, and the environment will affect outcomes.
Coordination – Adjusting actions in relation to others’ actions.
Monitoring – Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
Writing – Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
Equipment Selection – Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
Operation and Control – Controlling operations of equipment or systems.
Time Management – Managing one’s own time and the time of others.
Science – Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
Other items for consideration are some workplace / environmental conditions. Not all conditions exist at every workplace, and this list is not inclusive.
Hot or cold environments
Work in a kneeling position
Work in a home
Wear eye protection
Work in commercial areas
Low light levels
Stand for long periods
High voltage work
Work in tight spaces
Work in wet environment
Speak to new people
Sit for long periods
Wear hearing protection
Work in public areas
Use hand tools
Johnson College is committed to helping students with disabilities complete their program of study by reasonable means or accommodations. Reasonable accommodations are services provided to individuals with disabilities that remove or lessen the effect of the disability-related barrier. Individuals without documented disabilities are not eligible for accommodations.
Prospective (interested) students with disabilities, in accordance with Johnson College policy, and as defined by section 504 of 1973 Vocational Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1993, who may seek accommodations in order to meet the technical standards are encouraged to contact Counseling and Disability Services to discuss what reasonable accommodations, if any, the College could make in order for the perspective student to meet the standards. A student with a disability who requests accommodations will be required to submit this request in writing and provide pertinent supporting documentation in accordance with Johnson College policies. Perspective students are not required to disclose any information regarding technical standards to the Enrollment Department.
Questions or Concerns? Please contact disability services for more information.