CIS 1120 - PC Hardware & Software

Institution:

Snow College

Subject:

Computer Information Systems

Description:

This course discusses the history, role, and structure of computer architecture and operating systems needed by computers. This class is designed to explore physical and functional characteristics of computer devices and components and trends in computer architecture with emphasis and detailed information on configuring a microcomputer, troubleshooting problems that occur, interrupts, device and memory management, virtual memory and paging, file management, and performance analysis. Lab exercises include assembling a computer and troubleshooting problems. The course prepares students for the A+ certification exam.

Credits:

0.00 - 3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

09/01/2012 - 08/14/2017 

Institution Website:

www.snow.edu

Phone Number:

(435) 283-7000

Regional Accreditation:

Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities

Calendar System:

Semester

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