ITS 1035 - Computer - Professionalism, System Components

Clock Hours: 50

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: ITS 1020 Computer Hardware, Windows, Mac, Linux

Course Description:
The course provides instruction in the areas of Professionalism and System Components based on the CompTIA A+ Certification objective requirements.

Student Learning Outcomes:
Course Competencies:

Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures.
Given a scenario with potential environmental impacts, apply the appropriate controls.
Demonstrate proper communication techniques and professionalism.
Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU and power with appropriate tools.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools.
Given a scenario with potential environmental impacts, apply the appropriate controls.
Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory.
Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS/UEFI tools on a PC.
Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose, and properties.
Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods.
Install a power supply based on given specifications.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools.
Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose, and properties.
Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods.
Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features.
Install and configure PC expansion cards
Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose.
Identify common PC connector types and associated cables.
Install and configure common peripheral devices.
Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features.
Install and configure laptop hardware and components.
Explain the function of components within the display of a laptop.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common video, projector and display issues.
Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools.
Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.