The JCT program at SAMP is an approximately 18-month course that prepares junior computer technicians for hardware maintenance, basic networking, and user support. The syllabus follows CTEVT guidelines and concentrates on hands-on tasks.
Admission follows the CTEVT pre-diploma calendar. SAMP announces application dates, document lists, and reporting requirements.
Students cover PC hardware, operating systems, software installation, basic networking, peripheral setup, and troubleshooting. Practical sessions include assembly, fault diagnosis, disk management, printer setup, and simple LAN tasks.
The computer lab supports bench work with diagnostic tools and standard components. Students keep task sheets and maintenance logs. They practice helpdesk etiquette, ticket notes, and basic documentation used in school labs and offices.
Evaluation includes internal tests, practical exams, viva, and board examinations. Lab records and task completions are verified by instructors.
Graduates can support labs, schools, offices, and small providers with installation, maintenance, and basic network setup. They can write short reports, maintain inventory sheets, and communicate issues to supervisors.
SAMP offers steady bench time, common fault scenarios from local contexts, and clear routines that mirror day-to-day support roles in the region.
