CS 130 - A+ Certification (Hardware)

Credits: 5
LEC hours per week: 5
Develop an understanding of the meaning, function, and purpose of the personal computers, their history and basic vocabulary. Students will learn to add and remove components, build new systems, troubleshoot and repair hardware, and identify software issues.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or higher in CS 115.
Course Outcomes:

Knowledge of networks and networking concepts.
Knowledge of network design essentials.
Knowledge of networking media.

Course Topics:

Processors and cache
Understanding memory
System resources and input devices
Basic output devices
Storage devices and interfaces
Cables, connectors and ports
Basic networking
Operating system fundamentals and DOS
Windows 9.X/Me, Windows NT, Windows 2000 and Windows XP