BIT 113 - Microcomputer Hardware

Institution:

Cape Cod Community College

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Description:

Students learn the anatomy of a microcomputer by disassembling, assembling, upgrading and customizing a PC. Students evaluate purchasing vs. building a PC. The role of the BIOS and CMOS in the POST and BOOT processes is explored. System boards, processors, memory, and peripherals, including input, output, multimedia, network and data devices are studied. Students learn troubleshooting, safety, basic operating systems procedures, and security and preventive maintenance techniques. Customer service is stressed. This course covers material for the Comp TIA A+ Essentials Certification Exam. Prerequisite: MAT020, ENL020, and ENL050 or satisfactory basic skills assessment scores / 3 credits.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.capecod.edu

Phone Number:

(508) 362-2131

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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