TE 180 - IT Essentials I

Credit Hours: 3

This course introduces the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security, and will teach the skills required to identify hardware, peripheral, networking, and security components. By the end of this course, students will understand the basic functionality of the operating system and basic troubleshooting methodology, practice proper safety procedures, and will effectively interact with customers and peers. This course also helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification exams, which cover the fundamentals of computer technology, networking, and security, and validate the communications skills and professionalism required of all entry-level IT professionals.

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course the student will be able to:

identify types and characteristics of PC components, including motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage, input, and output devices;
install and configure peripheral devices;
identify types and characteristics of portable computers;
analyze and trouble-shoot digital systems used in the creation and transport of digital information and conversion to analog output;
install and configure current Microsoft Windows operating systems;
perform basic PC hardware maintenance and troubleshooting;
demonstrate fundamental principles of securing IT systems and working safely;
communicate effectively with customers; and
implement fundamental principles of connection to LANs and Internet access.

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