Hardware & Software Essentials 20S (HSE20S)

Course Description

This course covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, and the responsibilities of an IT professional. It is designed for students who want to pursue careers in ICT and students who want to gain practical knowledge of how a computer works. Projects include: Building and taking apart a computer system. 

Recommended Prerequisite

• None

Units Covered

• Introduction to Computers
  
• Basic Electronics 1
  
• Basic Electronics 2
  
• The Personal Computer
  
• Computer Components
  
• Computer Maintenance
  
• Introduction to Operating Systems
  
• Introduction to Networking
  
• Laptops and Mobile Devices