A+ / Computer Maintenance Schedule

The schedule below is general guideline of how the course material may be presented. It is important to remain focused on student competencies and comprehension of the subject matter. There will also be LABS or hands-on time as we learn what component we'll be handling and how it fits in to the box we call a PC. Each piece has a critical role, a specific function and a contribution to the operation of the PC.

Students must not only learn about the hardware but also the Windows XP operating System (OS). The A+ certification focuses on early Windows OS's and even the DOS OS. Troubleshooting skills and client communications will be taught throughout.

Students have been supplied with an A+ Test bank to help them prepare for their A+ exams. Each student must study outside of class to achieve success in their Certicfication testing. An electronic copy of their textbook has provided via the Student Resources Link to the left.

A+/PC Maintenance Class Schedule

1st SIX WEEKS
Introduction to A+ Certification
The Visible PC
Microprocessors

RAM

2nd SIX WEEKS
BIOS & CMOS
Expansion Bus
Motherboards
Power Supplies

3rd SIX WEEKS
Hard Drive Technologies & Implementation
Understanding Windows
Working with the Command-Line Interface

4th SIX WEEKS
Removable Media
Input/Output Devices
Video & Sound
Portable Computing

5th SIX WEEKS
Printers
Local Area Networking
The Internet & Computer Security

6th SIX WEEKS
Installing & Upgrading Windows
Maintaining & Troubleshooting Windows
The Complete PC Tech
Review, Exam Prep

As part of their 2nd semester Final, each student will need to assemble a PC from supplied parts and ensure the OS is fully functional. This exit test cannot be waived.

A+ / Computer Maintenance Schedule

As part of their 2nd semester Final, each student will need to assemble a PC from supplied parts and ensure the OS is fully functional. This exit test cannot be waived.

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