CIAT brings the best part of on campus learning to students nationwide in our innovative online IT degrees and certificate programs. Learn to build your own computer from the ground up and build your confidence with networking components, including cables, wireless router, tool kit, and more. Build a powerful resume that showcases more than just a degree – one that highlights your skills, industry certifications, and experience.
Students enrolled in CIS101A (Computer Hardware Fundamentals) will receive a customized CIAT PC Build Kit, designed to complement the virtual learning experience and build confidence in hands-on skills. Students will receive a pre-built Dell Tower workstation, 24″ monitor, and accessories. During the hands-on lab exercises, students will disassemble a pre-built computer, learn about the functions of the independent parts, and then reassemble the computer into a working condition.
Delivering a pre-built computer allows students to have confidence that there are no defective parts prior to starting the hands-on lab exercises and mimics tasks you may be required to do in the workplace. Building confidence with both disassembling (to upgrade or troubleshoot) and reassembling is a common skill expected in Computer Technician or IT HelpDesk positions and can give your resume an instant boost of credibility.
For most CIS Certificate and Degree students, CIS101A will be the second course of your program. Once re-assembled at the completion of the hands-on labs, you will have a fully functioning computer that meets the hardware and software requirements to succeed in the remainder of the program. Students are required to have a computer to start their program.
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** Parts shown are sample products provided in at-home lab kits. Exact brand, model, processing power, or version numbers may change. Lab kit components may change at any time to address industry trends or improve quality.
Tower Workstation
24-inch Conference Monitor
32GB USB 2.0 Flash Drive
Thermal Paste 1.5g CPU
Small Screwdriver Set
Anti-static Wrist Strap
Mini 8-Port Patch Panel with Mounting Bracket
Network Tool Kit
Snagless Molded Patch Cable
Keystone Connector
9V Battery (2 Pack)
WiFi Router (Wireless)
Ethernet Adapter
For over twelve years, CIAT has been providing innovative learning environments to help students build technical skills, study for certification exams, and advance their IT careers. Our instructors are passionate, industry-certified, skilled and practiced in their field. They not only endow their students with the necessary technical skills and knowledge to succeed in IT, but teach them how to apply those skills to their careers. CIAT instructors provide valuable industry insight, hands-on training, one-on-one mentoring and a personal touch that truly impacts the lives and careers of their students forever.
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