Description
This course covers the essentials of IT. Students will learn how to build, configure, repair and maintain both the hardware and software of a PC computer as well as the basics of Networking and Security technology. Digital lab exercises include installing and upgrading components, troubleshooting hardware and software problems, and basic networking. This course prepares the student for the IT industry A+ Technician Certification test
Objectives:
? Recognize the major hardware components of a personal computer
? Understand the function of the motherboard, processor, hard drive, and memory
? Install and configure hardware and drivers
? Know diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques, as well as preventative maintenance
? Learn how to build a computer
? Understand operating systems characteristics
? Install, configure and upgrade common operating systems
? Learn basic concepts of networking
? Understand how to protect against computer viruses and malware
? Learn basic securit