In addition, students will be able to set up a printing environment, administer and troubleshoot printers, use auditing functions and security logs, monitor network resources, and back up an restore files and folders. Hands-on activities will be stressed to reinforce electrical concepts and related to practical applications dealing with computer networks. The course is designed to give the students a basic understanding of the characteristics associated with the primary Network Cabling Media s, the standards associated with each, and some common, practical hands-on activities that would be involved with computer networking. It concentrates on maintaining a computer and the peripherals in the system and performing upgrades on memory, video monitors and cards, disk drives and other hardware, and also on making software upgrades. Students will learn how to keep abreast of new technology and to add features to a system.
Students perform basic troubleshooting using logical methods and various diagnostic tools.
This course teaches the writing process, which includes prewriting, drafting, revising, and editing. Through a variety of writing assignments, the student will analyze audience and purpose, research and organize ideas, and format and design documents based on subject matter and content. Basic microcomputer experience and keyboarding skills recommended. This course focuses upon developing speaking, nonverbal communication, and listening skills through individual speeches, group activities, an other projects. Technical Reporting Teaches the preparation and presentation of oral and written technical reports.