ECT 1001 - PC Hardware and Software

1. Introduction to the personal computer
2. Laptops and portable devices
3. Network fundamentals
4. Operating systems
5. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
6. Printers and scanners
7. Safe lab procedure and tool use
8. Security
9. Step-by-step computer assembly

1. describe the components of a personal computer
2. perform a step-by-step assembly of a desktop computer.
3. explain the purpose of preventive maintenance
4. perform preventive maintenance.
5. install an operating system.
6. upgrade components of a personal computer, based on a scenario
7. describe the components of a laptop computer.
8. describe the components of a laser printer.
9. perform component replacement on a laptop computer.
10. troubleshoot a personal computer or laptop, given a scenario.

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