Description

An introduction to installing, maintaining, and upgrading PC-type (a.k.a., Intel-based) microcomputer systems. The course covers the underlying technology and methodology for performing these operations. Topics covered are installing, integrating, organizing, and maintaining the hardware and software components of a microcomputer system, managing hard disk systems, including installation, configuration, organization, backup techniques, advanced batch file, problem-solving, and the use of popular commercial utility software related to hard disk management. There is a lab component that provides practical experience working on PC-type systems. Much independent work is required. The textbook is designed to facilitate this self-teaching. You will do the most of your lab assignments in the classroom, CIS170 hardware lab room 2503, and occasionally use a computer in the main lab room. To use a computer in the main lab room, you must log on with a valid account name and password. You need to get your account name and the password at the CTC.To stay current with the class, you must complete each week's work on your own before the next class. Work your way through the unit. Do as much of the assignment as you need to do to feel comfortable with the material. If you feel overwhelmed or fall behind in the class, immediately get help. Many students benefit from individual tutors. See the Tutorial Center for information on tutors. Study in groups. Help each other.

 

Learning Outcomes

1. Design and implement hardware and software documentation.
2. Demonstrate safe procedures for computer disassembly and reassembly.
3. Diagnose system error codes.

Prerequisites

Knowledge of Windows and some MS-DOS.

Materials

Book - The Complete A+ Guide to PC Repair
6 x 3.5 inch Floppy. (Required)
Computer tool kit
Phillips Screw driver (Required)
Pliers (Needle-nose)
Flash Light.

Grading

Mid term 25%
Quizzes 15% - Five 15 minutes quizzes
TBA Assignments10%
Final Exam 25%
Labs 25%

TBA  Assignments/Hours by Arrangements

This class requires "+2 hr 5 min" number of TBA hours to be completed each week in Blackboard or room 1400, Watsonville A310, or 1403 , and  students must sign in and sign out to verify their attendance.  This obligation begins the first week of class. The labs are open as shown here: Networking/CIS Lab hours and Computer Lab. It is the student's responsibility to make use of these available hours every week.

Grading Option

If you are not interested in taking this course for a "letter grade" (A, B,…), you may take this class on a Credit/No Credit basis. If you take this opportunity, you will receive the 4 units of credit if you earn the equivalent of an A, B, or C. You will receive a "No Credit" for the equivalent of a D or F.

Credit/No Credit will not affect your GPA. If you are planning to use these credits to transfer to another school, it is highly suggested that you speak with a counselor of that school before taking this option.

Special Needs

I encourage students with disabilities, including "invisible"disabilities such as chronic diseases, learning, and psychological disabilities, to explain their needs and appropriate accommodations to me. "Accommodations are provided for students with verified disabilities. If you need accommodations please see me during an office hour and contact staff in: Disabled Student Services & Programs (DSP&S): 479-6379 Room 810 Learning Skills Program (LSP - for students with learning disabilities & attention deficit disorder): 479-6220 Room 1073, Learning Resources"

Classroom Etiquette:

Pagers and cell phones will be turned off or set to vibrate mode during class. Please show courtesy to the class by restricting conversation to in-class topics, and raise your hand to gain attention when asking a question or raising a point of discussion.