Topics include a history of the IBM compatible PC, motherboards, RAM, CPUs, data buses, power supplies, printers, add in cards, Monitors, hard, floppy, and CD-ROM drives, and a quick review of DOS, Windows 9X and Windows 2000 operating systems. These skills will be learned through a series of hands-on lab exercises, many of which will be performed on IBM compatible PCs. The labs will be designed to teach and improve PC configuration and troubleshooting skills necessary to function in an entry level capacity as a PC support or helpdesk technician. F Total 1000 points Makeup for quizzes or exams are permitted only for an emergency.
Arrangements have to be made with the instructor to make up a quiz or exam.
No points will be recorded for exercises more than one week late. Full class participation, less quizzes, exercises, and exams, will be expected of all students auditing this course. This includes both lectures and labs. Academic tutoring and resources are available to current LCCC students in the Student Success Center located in CCC 328. Call 778-4315 for information on this free service.