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IT Essentials 20S

Instructor: Mr. Harry Crossin

Course Description:

This course starts with the basics of technology and progresses through the assembly of a computer system. Features and functions of computer components are introduced, and then the process of preparing and installing the components is detailed in a step-by-step manner. Different operating systems are introduced including: DOS, Windows NT/2000 and the different editions of XP including Home, Professional and Media. Hardware fundamentals, the understanding of networks, printers and the understanding the physical components of a network are also covered. Hands-on experience, along with the review questions and worksheets, provides the foundation for students who will be taking the Comp TIA A= certification exam and continuing their studies in HP IT Essentials 2 – Network Operating Systems.

Target Audience:

The target audience includes all learners who desire to pursue a career in information technology as a PC technician or a network administrator.

Prerequisites:

The following prerequisites are beneficial, but not required:

• Prior experience with computer hardware and command line interfaces
• Background in computer programming

Chapter topics include:

• Information Technology Basics
• How Computers Work
• Assembling a Computer
• Operating System Fundamentals
• Windows 9X Operating Systems
• Windows NT/2000 Operating Systems
• Windows XP Operating System
• Multimedia Capabilities
• Advanced Hardware Fundamentals for Servers
• Networking Fundamentals
• Printers and Sharing
• Preventive Maintenance
• Troubleshooting PC Hardware
• Troubleshooting Software
• The Information Technology Professional

Evaluation:

• Skills/Oral Tests/Labs.........10%
• Portfolio/Journal.................10%
• On-Line Chapter Exams.......60%
• Semester IV Final Exams......20%

Student Responsibilities:

*Classroom Readiness acknowledges that business and industry evaluate an employee’s performance on promptness, regular attendance, preparedness for the job at hand, respect for others in the workplace and the ability to remain on task.

*Cheating on tests, assignments, projects, and the final exam is not allowed and will result in a mark of zero and possible removal from this course.

Unit Assignments that are not submitted by the completion of the related Chapter's/Unit's summative evaluation, a zero grade is given to the assignment(s).

No Food or Drink is allowed into any computer room with the exception of water. Water bottles may be placed on a paper towel on the back counter.

No computer games or internet chat programs are to be downloaded installed or played on these computers.

Any student arriving late or leaving the class MUST sign in/out with a time of arrival/departure and a reason.

It is the responsibility of the student to inform the teacher in advance of any known absence and it is the responsibility of the student to schedule any missed tests or quizzes and extensions for assignments to be handed in.

THE USE OF CELL PHONES IS NOT ALLOWED IN THIS CLASS. This includes, regular telephone use, text messaging, video capturing and Internet capable phones. As well, this includes any other cell phone application not listed above.