A+ Hardware (ITOP 1101)

In this course students will learn about the various hardware components of a Personal Computer (PC), including RAM, the CPU, and the harddrive. Students will research and build a PC from scratch, and will explore topics such as basic networking, cooling strategies and the task manager. Students will also be introduced to virtualization and mobile technologies.
Course code: ITOP 1101
Credits: 2.0
Length: 30.0 hours
Course outline: view https://www.vcc.ca/vccphp/courseoutline?subject=ITOP&number=1101
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  • Personal Computer (PC) environment
    Operating System
    RAM, CPU, HDD, Input/Output (I/O) devices
    RAID technology
    Computer viruses
    Backup Strategies
    Basic networking
    Researching and assembling PC components
    Power subsystem and cooling strategies
    Control panel, task manager
    System boot process
    Virtualization
    Mobile technologies
    Introduction to cloud computing
    Introduction to WiFi
    Customer service

Prior learning is assessed through a written and practical challenge exam.

This course is offered as part of a VCC program only.

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† This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.