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:

Electronics Engineering Technology, A.A.S.: Emphasis in Mechatronics
Information Technology, A.A.S.: Emphasis in Networking and Cyber Security