CTS-120 Hardware/Software Support

This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers. Semester Offered: Fall and Spring

Class Hours: 2.00 Lab Hours: 3.00

Credit Hours: 3.00
This course is part of this/these program(s) of study:

Applied Engineering Technology, Emphasis in Electromechanical: Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
Electronics Engineering Technology, Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
Information Technology, Emphasis in Information Systems: Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
Information Technology, Emphasis in Network and Cyber Security: Associate in Applied Science Degree Program
Information Technology Certificate: Emphasis in Personal Computers