CIS101A – Computer Hardware Fundamentals
Associate of Applied Science in Computer Information Systems – Networking Concentration
Course ID
CIS101A
Course Credits
4
About CIS101A – Computer Hardware Fundamentals
This course represents the 1st half of a two-part class that focuses a step-by-step approach for learning the fundamentals of supporting and troubleshooting computer hardware and software. This Computer Hardware Fundamentals course is mapped to the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 Certification Exam objectives. The primary goal of this course is to prepare students for the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 Certification exam. Register for this Computer Hardware Fundamentals online training course.
Topics Covered In Course
CIS101A Topics
- Computing overview: Visible Computer, CPUs, Motherboards and Power Supplies
- RAM, ROM (Firmware), Mass Storage and Peripherals
- Display, Networking and the Internet
- Virtual Machines, Portable and Mobile devices and process of printing
- PC Pro and 220-1001 CompTIA Certification
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for Computer Hardware Fundamentals. Computer Hardware Fundamentals is a prerequisite for Computer Operating Systems. However, before taking either course the student should be familiar with:
- Using a mouse and keyboard
- Installing and running programs
- Using basic productivity software including word processing applications
- Saving files created by common applications
- Browsing the internet
*Students who have successfully passed the current CompTIA A+ Essentials certification exam within the last 36 months may proceed directly with Computer Operating Systems