What You’ll Learn:

  • Set up a computer workstation and use basic software applications
  • Understand the functions and types of devices used within a computer system
  • Apply basic computer maintenance and support principles
  • Understand some principles of software and database development
  • Configure computers and mobile devices to connect to home networks and to the internet
  • Identify security issues affecting the use of computers and networks

Course Outline:

  • Module 1: Using Computers:
    • Unit 1: Common Computing Devices
    • Unit 2: Using a Workstation
    • Unit 3: Using an OS
    • Unit 4: Managing an OS
    • Unit 5: Troubleshooting and Support
  • Module 2: Using Apps and Databases:
    • Unit 1: Using Data Types and Units
    • Unit 2: Using Apps
    • Unit 3: Programming and App Development
    • Unit 4: Using Databases
  • Module 3: Using Computer Hardware:
    • Unit 1: System Components
    • Unit 2: Using Device Interfaces
    • Unit 3: Using Peripheral Devices
    • Unit 4: Using Storage Devices
    • Unit 5: Using File Systems
  • Module 4: Using Networks:
    • Unit 1: Networking Concepts
    • Unit 2: Connecting to a Network
    • Unit 3: Secure Web Browsing
    • Unit 4: Using Shared Storage
    • Unit 5: Using Mobile Devices
  •  Module 5: Security Concepts:
    • Unit 1: Security Concerns
    • Unit 2: Using Best Practices
    • Unit 3: Using Access Controls
    • Unit 4: Behavioral Security Concepts