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    COMPUTER TECHNICIAN

    LEARNING OBJECTIVES

    CURRICULUM LEARNING OBJECTIVES


    Developed by industry experts, the Career Step Computer Technician program includes training on everything you’ll
    need to earn your A+ certification through the Computer Technology Industry Association (CompTIA). With Career Step’s
    affordable tuition, you get a quality online education with one-on-one support from dedicated instructors and graduate support
    advisors—available by phone, email, and chat every step of the way. The learning objectives outlined below provide a map of the
    knowledge and skills you’ll gain as you complete each module.

    PROGRAM ORIENTATION (1 hour) • Identify multiple different display devices and the features
    • Identify the elements, expectations, and requirements of the specific to each type.
    program. • Install and configure multiple peripheral devices, including input,
    • Navigate the program using the pages, menus, and buttons output, and multimedia devices.
    provided. • Identify a wide variety of connector types and the cables
    • Use the program tools, including the study planner, associated with each one.
    gradebook, and completion report as well as be able to • Select appropriate components and features based on the end-
    contact Career Step using various communication tools, user’s needs.
    including phone, email, forums, chat rooms, and social
    media. NETWORKING (40 hours)
    • Identify and use program-specific resources. • Identify the cables and connectors involved in computer
    networking.
    COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS (5 hours) • Identify and explain internet protocols.
    • Identify basic computer hardware and interpret system • Name and describe TCP protocols as well as commonly used
    requirements. ports.
    • Navigate a Windows operating system environment as well • Compare and contrast networking topologies and
    as install and operate basic software utilities. classifications.
    • Use a web browser to navigate between websites in multiple • Identify and describe multiple networking devices.
    tabs or windows, send and receive email, and access search
    • Define wireless standards and will be able to describe the
    engines to find information and troubleshoot basic computer
    appropriate arrangement of wireless routers.
    problems.
    • Identify and describe various approaches to connecting to the
    • Recognize basic technologies related to an office
    internet.
    environment.
    • Identify the components of a SOHO network and will be able to
    HARDWARE (80 hours) describe how to set up and configure a SOHO network.
    • Identify the components, slots, sockets, and connectors of • Identify and describe the appropriate use of multiple networking
    motherboards. tools.
    • Distinguish each type of RAM and explain the implications of
    LAPTOPS (5 hours)
    the differences in RAM type.
    • Identify and describe the features of laptops, particularly in
    • Identify different CPU types and will be able to implement the
    contrast to the features of desktop PCs.
    correct cooling methods for each CPU type.
    • Name laptop hardware and components and will be able to
    • Identify BIOS components and configurations and will be
    explain the basics of laptop component replacement.
    able to explain how to implement appropriate monitoring
    mechanisms. PRINTERS (5 hours)
    • Identify storage devices and related media, and install, • Identify and describe types of printers, in addition to being able
    configure, and maintain storage. to perform basic maintenance on most printers.
    • Identify multiple different expansion cards and will be able to • Install most printer types and configure them for multiple
    install and configure them. purposes.
    • Identify connector types and specifications and will also be
    able to install and configure them.
    COMPUTER TECHNICIAN
    LEARNING OBJECTIVES

    OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES (5 hours) TROUBLESHOOTING (45 hours)


    • Identify and practice appropriate safety procedures related to • Explain the troubleshooting theory.
    working with computer systems and components. • Explain proper troubleshooting principles for motherboards,
    • Identify and explain environmental issues related to computer RAM, CPUs and power, and will be able to use appropriate tools
    system power and a system’s cleanliness. in troubleshooting practice.
    • Identify and explain professional workplace behaviors and • Identify symptoms of problems with hard drives and RAID arrays
    practices. and will be able to use appropriate tools in troubleshooting them.
    • Appropriate troubleshooting techniques to common video and
    MIDTERM (8 hours) display issues.
    • Prove knowledge and understanding of the previous 7 modules.
    • Identify problems with wired and wireless networks and will be
    able to use appropriate tools to troubleshoot them.
    OPERATING SYSTEMS (80 hours)
    • Explain and configure Windows file systems. • Identify symptoms and diagnose problems with operating
    systems and will be able to use appropriate principles and tools
    • Explain the features of multiple versions of Windows operating to troubleshoot them.
    systems.
    • Identify problems with security and will be able to apply
    • Install and configure Windows operating systems. appropriate principles in troubleshooting them.
    • Utilize operating system features and tools. • Identify common problems with laptops and will be able to use
    • Identify and utilize control panel utilities. appropriate tools and techniques to fix them.
    • Set up and configure Windows networking on a desktop system. • Explain and troubleshoot common printer issues.
    • Identify and utilize command line utilities.
    PRACTICAL SKILLS LAB (15 hours)
    • Implement appropriate preventative maintenance measures.
    • Correctly apply their knowledge and skills to a variety of practical
    • Explain and utilize multiple Windows security techniques and scenarios.
    applications.
    • Describe the basics of client-side virtualization. FINAL EXAM PREPARATION (1 hour)
    • Identify the steps they need to take to be eligible for and
    SECURITY (10 hours) effectively prepare for and access their final exam.
    • Explain and apply common prevention methods. • Identify the format, restrictions, and policies of final exams,
    • Identify and explain common security threats and will be able to including scoring, retakes, allowed resources, and time limits.
    appropriately dispose of data.
    • Describe and implement security best practices to secure a
    workstation and a SOHO network.
    • Identify and describe operating systems of mobile devices,
    including their features.
    • Explain how mobile networks function and how to synchronize
    mobile devices and computers.
    • Identify potential hazards to mobile devices and will also be able
    to mitigate those dangers, both physical and software-based.

    MOBILE DEVICES (5 hours)


    • Identify and describe operating systems of mobile devices,
    including their features.
    • Explain how mobile networks function and how to synchronize
    mobile devices and computers.
    • Identify potential hazards to mobile devices and will also be able
    to mitigate those dangers, both physical and software-based.

    TAKE THE FIRST STEP TODAY!


    FOR MORE INFORMATION: 1-800-411-7073
    ENROLL ONLINE: CareerStep.com/enroll

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