Fundamentals of Computer Systems

FUNDAMENTALS OF COMPUTER SYSTEMS
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​ The Computer Fundamentals course will provide students with an understanding of computers and how they operate as well as a basic understanding of how to manage and maintain computers and computer systems. These skills will provide students with the ability to configure computers and solve computer problems.
Students will learn details about the different elements of computers and computer systems. They will learn to identify hardware devices and their functions. They will be instructed on the role of operating systems as well as how to install and customize the Windows operating system. Students will learn about networking and the Internet. They will also be introduced to security issues in order to protect themselves and their computers and data.
Students will also learn about some of the software applications typically used on computers today, such as Microsoft Office. In addition, students will learn specifics about maintaining and troubleshooting computers, including managing files, backing up systems, and using the administrative tools in the Windows operating system. Lastly, the students will learn the basics of customer service and working as a help desk support technician.
UNIT 1 - COMPUTER HARDWARE AND OPERATING SYSTEMS
  1. Course Overview.
  2. The Motherboard and the CPU.
  3. Storage Systems and Memory.
  4. Project: Semiconductor Chips
  5. Graphic Devices and Peripherals.
  6. Project: Building a Computer.
  7. Quiz 1: Computer Hardware.
  8. Operating Systems Basics.
  9. Project: Testing Operating Systems.
  10. The Boot Sequence–Command Prompt and BIOS.
  11. Installation, Upgrades, and Maintenance of Operating Systems.
  12. Project: Installing an Operating System.
  13. Quiz 2: The Operating System
  14. Test.
  15. Course Project Part 1: Operating System.
  16. Glossary and Credits
  

UNIT 2 CONFIGURING THE COMPUTER
  1. Personalizing Your Computer.
  2. The Control Panel.
  3. Project: Help Desk Solutions.
  4. Windows Accessories and Built-in Applications.
  5. Project: Scavenger Hunt.
  6. Quiz 1: Windows 101
  7. Basic Networking Concepts
  8. Connecting to a Network or Domain.
  9. Project: Setting Up an Internal Network.
  10. Troubleshooting Internet Connectivity.
  11. Project: Creating a Strategy Using Available Resources
  12. Quiz 2: Networking.
  13. Test.
  14. Course Project Part 2: Networking.
  15. Glossary and Credits
 
 
UNIT 3 - COMPUTER PROGRAMS
  1. Internet Uses and Abilities.
  2. Project: Researching the History of the Internet.
  3. Comparing Internet Browsers
  4. Configuring Internet Options.
  5. Project: Determining Browser Controls
  6. Quiz 1: The Internet.
  7. Microsoft Word.
  8. Project: Support Tech.
  9. Microsoft Excel.
  10. Project: Developing a Spreadsheet.
  11. Microsoft PowerPoint/Outlook.
  12. Quiz 2: Microsoft Office.
  13. Test.
  14. Course Project Part 3: Microsoft Office.
  15. Glossary and Credits
 
 
UNIT 4 - PROTECTING YOURSELF, THE COMPUTER, AND YOUR DATA
  1. Staying Safe on the Web
  2. Project: Be Secure
  3. Security Threats to Your Computer
  4. Security Threat Removal Tools
  5. Project: Putting Your Computer Skills to the Test
  6. Quiz 1: Virus Protection
  7. Managing Your File System
  8. Backing Up Your Computer.
  9. Project: Creating a Data Security Plan
  10. Using the Cloud
  11. Project: Using Cloud Computing Services.
  12. Quiz 2: Data Protection
  13. Test.
  14. Course Project Part 4: Security.
  15. Glossary and Credits
 
 
UNIT 5 - TROUBLESHOOTING
  1. The Computer Management Console.
  2. Built-in Tools from Windows.
  3. Project: Troubleshooting Computers.
  4. Using the Internet as a Resource.
  5. Project: Researching Computer Issues and Solutions.
  6. Quiz 1: Troubleshooting Tools and Resources.
  7. Preventive Maintenance.
  8. Project: Preventive Maintenance.
  9. Computers and the Environment.
  10. Supporting the Computer User.
  11. Project: Providing Good Customer Service.
  12. Quiz 2: The Role of the Help Desk.
  13. Test.
  14. Course Project Part 5: Preventive Maintenance.
  15. Glossary and Credits
 
 
UNIT 6 - COURSE PROJECT, REVIEW AND EXAM
  1. Course Project Part 6: Help Desk Policies and Procedures.
  2. Review.
  3. Exam.