Examines microcomputer hardware and peripheral installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting, including networking and security considerations. Material covered prepares students for additional study in networking and information security or support technician positions. This course requires a PC with Windows as it assists with preparing students to sit for the A+ exam.
Outcomes
Identify the hardware for personal computers and laptops.
Analyze the functions of personal-computer subsystems.
Examine Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) ports and protocols.
Explain wireless networking standards.
Create a functional wireless network.
Install various printer types.
Apply configurations to printers based on the printer type.
Explain information technology operational procedures related to installation and configuration.
PreRequisites
None
Textbook(s)
Integrated Learning Resource
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Complete compTIA A+ guide to IT hardware and software (Rev: 7th ed.)
Publisher: Pearson (2017)
Author: Schmidt, C. A.
ISBN: 9780789756459
UCertify: Integrated Learning Resource.
Publisher: UCertify
Author: Pearson.
ISBN: (No information available)
* Disclaimer: Textbooks listed are based on the last open revision of the course. Prior revisions and future revisions may use different textbooks. To verify textbook information, view the course syllabus or contact the AU Bookstore at [email protected]