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Information Technology & Careers | PC Hardware And Software (A+)
CNT-2300 - 3 credits Instructor: Dr. Ben Franske Term: Spring 2013 (1/14/2013-5/15/2013) Meetings: M W 1:00pm-2:50pm Location: B143 |
This schedule provides an outline of the topics expected to be covered in this course as well as the readings and assignments due each week. Topics and readings may change in which case you will be notified in class or by e-mail and the latest version of this document is always available from the course wiki. Please have all readings completed prior to the start of each class and be prepared to take part in the discussion. Unless otherwise noted online quizzes and exams are due at 11:59pm on the date indicated.
Session 1: January 14
Topics:
- Course Syllabus and Schedule
- Cisco Networking Academy Registration
- Digital Literacy Assessment
- Chapter 1: Introduction to the Personal Computer
- Explain IT industry certifications
- Describe a computer system
- Identify the names, purposes, and characteristics of cases and power supplies
- Identify the names, purposes, and characteristics of internal components
- Identify the names, purposes, and characteristics of ports and cables
- Identify the names, purposes, and characteristics of input devices
- Identify the names, purposes, characteristics of output devices
- Explain system resources and their purposes
Readings:
Due:
- Participation Activity: Digital Literacy Assessment (in class)
Session 2: January 16
Topics:
- Cisco Networking Academy Demonstration
- Skills Review Assessment
- Chapter 1: Introduction to the Personal Computer (Wrap-Up)
Readings:
- Chapter 1: Introduction to the Personal Computer
Due:
- Participation Activity: Skills Review Assessment (in class)
NO CLASS: January 21
- There are NO IHCC CLASSES today
Session 3: January 23
Topics:
- Chapter 2: Safe Lab Procedures and Tool Use
- Explain the purpose of safe working conditions and procedures
- Identify tools and software used with personal computer components and their purposes
- Implement proper tool use
- Chapter 3 Computer Assembly - Step by Step
- Open the case
- Install the power supply
- Attach the components to the motherboard and install the motherboard
- Install internal drives
- Install drives in external bays
- Install adapter cards
- Connect all internal cables
- Re-attach the side panels and connect external cables to the computer
- Boot the computer for the first time
Readings:
- Chapter 2
- Chapter 3
Due:
- Chapter 1 Online Assessment
- Chapter 2 Online Assessment
Session 4: January 28
Topics:
- PC Disassembly Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 3 Online Assessment
Session 5: January 30
Topics:
- Chapter 4: Basics of Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting
- Explain the purpose of preventative maintenance
- Identify the steps of the troubleshooting process
- Introduction to BIOS Configuration
Readings:
- Chapter 4
Due:
- Lab Report: PC Disassembly Lab
Session 6: February 4
Topics:
- Boot/BIOS Lab
- Advanced BIOS Lab
- Maintenance and Troubleshooting Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 7: February 6
Topics:
- Chapter 5: Fundamental Operating Systems
- Explain the purpose of an operating system
- Describe and compare operating systems to include purpose, limitations, and compatibilities
- Determine operating system based on customer needs
- Install an operating system
- Navigate a GUI (Windows)
- Identify and apply common maintenance techniques for operating systems
- Troubleshoot operating systems
Readings:
- Chapter 5
Due:
- Chapter 5 Online Assessment
Session 8: February 11
Topics:
- Windows XP Installation Lab (up to driver installation)
Readings:
Due:
Student Success Day: February 12
- There will be a course activity for you to participate in today for participation points.
Session 9: February 13
Topics:
- Driver Installation Workshop
Readings:
Due:
- Lab Reports: Boot/BIOS, Advanced BIOS (The two BIOS labs may be combined into a single report), Maintenance and Troubleshooting
NO CLASS: February 18
- There are NO IHCC CLASSES today
Session 10: February 20
Topics:
- Windows XP Installation Lab (driver installation)
Readings:
Due:
Session 11: February 25
Topics:
- Chapter 6: Fundamental Laptops and Portable Devices
- Describe laptops and other portable devices
- Identify and describe the components of a laptop
- Compare and contrast desktop and laptop components
- Explain how to configure laptops
- Compare the different mobile phone standards
- Identify common preventive maintenance techniques for laptops and portable devices
- Describe how to troubleshoot laptops and portable devices
- Chapter 13: Advanced Laptops and Portable Devices
- Describe wireless communication methods for laptops and portable devices
- Describe repairs for laptops and portable devices
- Select laptop components
- Describe preventive maintenance procedures for laptops
Readings:
- Chapter 6
- Chapter 13
Due:
- Chapter 6 Online Assessment
- Chapter 13 Online Assessment
- Lab Report: Windows XP Installation
Session 12: February 27
Topics:
- Laptop Lab
- Advanced Laptop Lab
Readings:
Due:
Session 13: March 4
Topics:
- Chapter 7: Fundamental Printers and Scanners
- Describe the types of printers currently available
- Describe the installation and configuration process for printers
- Describe the types of scanners currently available
- Describe the installation and configuration process for scanners
- Identify and apply common preventative maintenance techniques for printers and scanners
- Troubleshoot printers and scanners
Readings:
- Chapter 7
Due:
- Chapter 7 Online Assessment
- Lab Reports: Laptop, Advanced Laptop
Session 14: March 6
Topics:
- Printer Lab
Readings:
Due:
SPRING BREAK: March 11-15
- No IHCC classes this week
Session 15: March 18
Topics:
- Chapter 8: Fundamental Networks
- Explain the principles of networking
- Describe types of networks
- Describe basic networking concepts and technologies
- Describe the physical components of a network
- Describe LAN topologies and architectures
- Identify standards organizations
- Identify ethernet standards
- Explain OSI and TCP/IP data models
- Describe how to configure a NIC and a modem
- Identify names, purposes and characteristics of other technologies used to establish connectivity
- Identify and apply common preventative maintenance techniques used for networks
- Troubleshoot a network
Readings:
- Chapter 8
Due:
Session 16: March 20
Topics:
- Basic Networking Lab
- Sign up for Service Learning (what you did on student success day)
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 8 Online Assessment
Session 17: March 25
Topics:
- Chapter 9: Fundamental Security
- Explain why security is important
- Describe security threats
- Identify security procedures
- Identify common preventative maintenance techniques for security
- Troubleshoot security
- Chapter 16: Advanced Security
- Outline security requirements based on customer needs
- Select security components based on customer needs
- Implement customer's security policy
- Perform preventive maintenance on security
- Troubleshoot security
Readings:
- Chapter 9
- Chapter 16
Due:
- Chapter 9 Online Assessment
Session 18: March 27
Topics:
- Basic Security Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 16 Online Assessment
Session 19: April 1
Topics:
- Chapter 10: Communication Skills
- Explain the relationship between communication and troubleshooting
- Describe good communication skills and professional behavior
- Explain ethics and legal aspects of working with computer technology
- Describe call center environment and technician responsibilities
- Chapter 14: Advanced Printers and Scanners
- Describe potential safety hazards and safety procedures associated with printers and scanners
- Install and configure a local printer and scanner
- Describe how to share a printer and a scanner on a network
- Upgrade and configure printers and scanners
- Describe printer and scanner preventive maintenance techniques
- Troubleshoot printers and scanners
Readings:
- Chapter 10
- Chapter 14
Due:
- Chapter 10 Online Assessment
Session 20: April 3
Topics:
- Advanced Printer Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 14 Online Assessment
Session 21: April 8
Topics:
- Chapter 12: Advanced Operating Systems
- Select the appropriate operating system based on customer needs
- Install, configure, and optimize and operating system
- Describe how to upgrade operating systems
- Describe preventive maintenance procedures for operating systems
- Troubleshoot operating systems
Readings:
- Chapter 12
Due:
- Online Final Exam (Ch 1-10) OPEN April 12 2-10pm and April 13 9am-5pm
- Practice Final Exam (Ch 1-10) DUE April 8 for 10 Points Participation
- All lab reports you have not yet turned in up through the Basic Security Lab are due today in class!
Session 22: April 10
Topics:
- Advanced Windows XP Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 12 Online Assessment
Session 23: April 15
Topics:
- About the A+ certification
- Windows 7
- Operating Systems Fundamentals
Readings:
- Chapter 11: Advanced Personal Computers
- Windows 7 Supplementary Material
Due:
- Chapter 11 Online Assessment
Session 24: April 17
Topics:
- Windows 7 Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Windows 7 Online Assessment
Session 25: April 22
Topics:
- Chapter 15: Advanced Networks
- Identify potential safety hazards and implement proper safety procedures related to networks
- Design a network based on the customer's needs
- Determine the components for your customer's network
- Implement the customer's network
- Upgrade the customer's network
- Describe installation, configuration, and management of a simple mail server
- Describe preventive maintenance procedures for networks
- Troubleshoot the network
Readings:
- Chapter 15
Due:
Session 26: April 24
Topics:
- Advanced Networking Lab
Readings:
Due:
- Chapter 15 Online Assessment
Session 27: April 29
Topics:
- Review for A+ Certification
- Take MTA Operating Systems Fundamentals
Readings:
Due:
- A+ Certification Practice Test (10 Participation Points)
Session 28: May 1
Topics:
- Review for final exams
Readings:
Due:
Session 29: May 6
Topics:
- In-Class Skills Based Exam
Readings:
Due:
Session 30: May 8
Topics:
- In-Class Skills Based Exam (Continued)
Readings:
Due:
- All Remaining Labs/Homework
Session 31: FINAL EXAM WEEK
Topics:
Readings:
Due:
- Online Final Exam (Ch 11-16) DATE Monday 5/13 1pm-9pm
- Cisco Online Course Feedback (5 Participation Points)