{"id":66,"date":"2011-11-03T00:34:08","date_gmt":"2011-11-03T06:34:08","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.shscomputers.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=66"},"modified":"2016-04-22T11:03:27","modified_gmt":"2016-04-22T17:03:27","slug":"techworks-2","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.shscomputers.com\/wordpress\/?page_id=66","title":{"rendered":"Computer Repair 2A"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Computer Repair 2A builds on the foundation of Computer Repair 1A, and continues along the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.cisco.com\/web\/learning\/netacad\/course_catalog\/IT1.html\">Cisco IT-Essentials<\/a> curriculum, getting deeper into PC setup, repair and troubleshooting. Students taking this course should be fully prepared for the <a href=\"http:\/\/certification.comptia.org\/getCertified\/certifications\/a.aspx\">A+ certification<\/a>\u00a0exam. The A+ certification exam is not a course requirement, but is offered optionally to any students who would like to take it.<\/p>\n<p>Course Overview:<\/p>\n<p>Chapter 7. Network Concepts &#8211; Explain the operation of networks<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>7.1 Principles of Networking &#8211; Explain components and types of computer networks.<\/li>\n<li>7.2 Networking Standards &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of networking standards.<\/li>\n<li>7.3 Physical Components of a Network &#8211; Explain the purpose of physical components of a network.<\/li>\n<li>7.4 Basic Networking Concepts and Technologies &#8211; Configure network connectivity between PCs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 8. Applied Networking &#8211; Configure devices to connect to LANs, the Internet, and Cloud services.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>8.1 Computer to Network Connection\u00a0&#8211;\u00a0Connect a computer to wired and wireless networks.<\/li>\n<li>8.2 ISP Connection Technologies &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of ISP connection technologies.<\/li>\n<li>8.3 Internet Technologies &#8211; Explain Cloud concepts and networked-host services.<\/li>\n<li>8.4 Common Preventive Maintenance Techniques Used for Networks &#8211; Explain how to perform preventive maintenance on networks using common techniques.<\/li>\n<li>8.5 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Networks &#8211; Explain how to troubleshoot networks.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 9. Laptops and Mobile Devices &#8211; Explain how to configure, repair, upgrade, maintain and troubleshoot laptops and mobile devices.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>9.1 Laptop Components &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of laptops.<\/li>\n<li>9.2 Laptop Configuration &#8211; Explain how to configure laptop power settings and wireless settings.<\/li>\n<li>9.3 Laptop Hardware and Component Installation and Configuration &#8211; Explain how to remove and install laptop components.<\/li>\n<li>9.4 Mobile Device Hardware Overview &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>9.5 Common Preventive Maintenance Techniques for Laptops and Mobile Devices &#8211; Explain how to perform common preventive maintenance techniques for laptops and mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>9.6 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Laptops and Mobile Devices &#8211; Explain how to troubleshoot laptops and mobile devices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 10. Mobile, Linux, and OS X Operating Systems &#8211; Explain how to configure, secure and troubleshoot mobile, Mac, and Linux operating systems.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>10.1 Mobile Operating Systems &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of mobile operating systems.<\/li>\n<li>10.2 Methods for Securing Mobile Devices &#8211; Explain methods for securing mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>10.3 Network Connectivity and Email &#8211; Explain how to configure network connectivity and email on mobile devices.<\/li>\n<li>10.4 Linux and OS X Operating Systems &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of Linux and OS X operating systems.<\/li>\n<li>10.5 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Mobile, Linux, and OS X Operating Systems &#8211; Explain how to troubleshoot Mobile, Linux, and OS X operating systems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 11. Printers &#8211; Install a printer to meet requirements.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>11.1 Common Printer Features &#8211; Explain the purpose and characteristics of different types of printers.<\/li>\n<li>11.2 Installing and Configuring Printers &#8211; Install a printer.<\/li>\n<li>11.3 Sharing Printers &#8211; Configure printer sharing.<\/li>\n<li>11.4 Maintaining and Troubleshooting Printers &#8211; Explain how to improve printer availability<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 12. Security &#8211; Implement basic host, data, and network security.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>12.1 Security Threats &#8211; Explain security threats.<\/li>\n<li>12.2 Security Procedures &#8211; Configure IT security.<\/li>\n<li>12.3 Common Preventive Maintenance Techniques for Security- Manage IT security on an ongoing basis.<\/li>\n<li>12.4 Basic Troubleshooting Process for Security &#8211; Explain how to troubleshoot basic security problems.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 13. The IT Professional &#8211; Explain the roles and responsibilities of the IT professional.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>13.1 Communication Skills and the IT Professional &#8211; Explain why good communication skills are a critical part of IT work<\/li>\n<li>13.2 Ethical and Legal Issues in the IT Industry &#8211; Explain appropriate behavior when faced with the legal and ethical issues that arise in the IT industry<\/li>\n<li>13.3 Call Center Technicians &#8211; Explain the call center environment and technician responsibilities.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Chapter 14. Advanced Troubleshooting &#8211; Troubleshoot advanced hardware and software problems.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>14.1 Computer Components and Peripherals &#8211; Troubleshoot computer components and peripherals.<\/li>\n<li>14.2 Operating Systems &#8211; Troubleshoot operating systems.<\/li>\n<li>14.3 Networks &#8211; Troubleshoot networks.<\/li>\n<li>14.4 Security &#8211; Troubleshoot security.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Final Exam<\/p>\n<p>The IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software curriculum provides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts.<\/p>\n<p>Students who complete this course will be able to describe the internal components of a computer, assemble a computer system, install an operating system, and troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior.<\/p>\n<p>IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software is a hands-on, career-oriented e-learning solution with an emphasis on practical experience to help students develop fundamental computer skills, along with essential career skills. The curriculum helps students prepare for entry-level ICT career opportunities and the CompTIA A+ certification, which helps students differentiate themselves in the marketplace to advance their careers. In addition, the course provides a learning pathway to the CCNA Routing and Switching\u00a0curricula.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Computer Repair 2A builds on the foundation of Computer Repair 1A, and continues along the Cisco IT-Essentials curriculum, getting deeper into PC setup, repair and troubleshooting. Students taking this course should be fully prepared for the A+ certification\u00a0exam. 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