This new information, which appears as green text in square brackets, was entered on June 21, 2000. An introduction, through theory and practical application, to the fundamentals of electricity and electronics applicable to the personal computer. Safe work practices and the Canadian Electrical Code are emphasized. Participants learn to interpret electrical and electronic schematic diagrams and to apply diagnostic and troubleshooting procedures to personal computer components. Personal Computer Assembly Project Covers the assembly and configuration of personal computer systems from individual computer components, including upgrading processor, floppy and hard drives, CD ROM drives, base platforms, multimedia installation and configuration, printer configuration.
Students install and configure remote access software.
Also includes an introduction to the internet. An introduction to the major concepts of operating systems and study of the interrelationships between the operating system and the architecture of computer systems. An applied exploration of the installation, configuration, maintenance and troubleshooting techniques applicable to modern operating systems. Topics include researching hardware and software compatibility, operating system installation, hardware device configuration, peripheral connectivity and network configuration. An overview of a variety of service delivery models, business resumption models, technology tracking methods, support and usage policies and procedures.