Total Time: 3 hour(s)

Summary: 
This course provides an overview of computer hardware and software, networking, and the use of computers in a number of everyday applications

Ojectives: 
After completing this course, students will be able to:
Identify various kinds of computers, from mainframes to microcomputers.
Distinguish between computer hardware and software.
Identify the main parts of a personal computer.
Identify the steps in developing a computer-based system.
List several ways that networking extends the capabilities of a personal computer.
List several precautions to follow to prevent damage to a computer.
List several ways to protect data from being corrupted, stolen, or destroyed.
Distinguish differences among copyrighted software, shareware, and freeware.

Topics: 
Information technology
Understanding computer types
Main parts of a personal computer
Computer performance
Input and output
Computer storage devices
Software
Types of software
Systems development
Networks
The electronic world
Health, safety, and environment
Security
Copyright and the law

Technical Requirements: 
P500+ Processor, 128MB of RAM; Windows 2000, 2003, XP, Vista, Minimum screen resolution 800x600, Internet Explorer 5.5 or higher; Windows Media Player 9.0 or higher; Flash 8.0 or higher; 56K minimum connection; broadband (256 kpbs or higher) connection recommended; Javascript, DHTML and cookies enabled; Sound card with speakers or headphones strongly recommended.