TE 240 - Digital II

Credit Hours: 4

The course is a further exploration of the operating systems, software, networking technologies, and management of the computer systems introduced in Digital I. Further integration of the hardware and software into communications systems, the digitization, and transport of both analog and digital data are also discussed and demonstrated. Basic troubleshooting and repair techniques for both hardware and software are discussed and demonstrated. System and network security and encryption are introduced. Extensive hands-on experience is provided in the laboratory setting.

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

analyze the differences and similarities between personal computers to notebooks, tablets, PDAs, and other handheld devices;
demonstrate a basic understanding of networks;
show how to manage and support Windows security, registry, and recovery methods;
demonstrate how to customize the computer for each customer’s use; and
explain how to work with support services.

Prerequisites: TE 145 or permission of the instructor.
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