CTS 120 Hardware/Software Support

Lecture: 2 Lab: 3 Clinic: 0 Credits: 3

This course covers the basic hardware of a personal computer, including installation, operations and interactions with software. Topics include component identification, memory-system, peripheral installation and configuration, preventive maintenance, hardware diagnostics/repair, installation and optimization of system software, commercial programs, system configuration, and device-drivers. Upon completion, students should be able to select appropriate computer equipment and software, upgrade/maintain existing equipment and software, and troubleshoot/repair non-functioning personal computers.

Course is typically offered in Fall, Spring, and Summer.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
At the completion of the course, the students should be able to do the following:

Configure computer system components.
Troubleshoot system concepts/techniques.
Repair a system in which one or more hardware components need replacement.
Install an operating system as part of a lab assignment and the final project.
Build a computer system installation in a prepared report by the end of the semester.