IT Essentials leading to A+ Certificate

UPDATED 20150602 14:28:09

IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software, sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company, presents an in-depth exposure to computer hardware and operating systems. Students learn the functionality of hardware and software components as well as suggested best practices in maintenance, and safety issues. Through hands on activities and labs, students learn how to assemble and configure a computer, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems. In addition, an introduction to networking is included. Upon successful completion of this course, students will receive a certificate of completion for I.T. essentials PC Hardware and Software. This course helps students prepare for CompTIA's A+ certification.Acquired competencies include:- -Building a computer and installation of the motherboard, floppy and hard drives, CD-ROM, and video cards -Installing and managing Windows operating systems -Adding peripherals and multimedia capabilities -Knowledge of local-area network architecture, networking protocols and OSI model, and TCP/IP utilities -Connecting the computer to a local area network and to the Internet

Course information

Name: IT Essentials leading to A+ Certificate Qualification title: Non regulated SFA formula funded provision, Entry Level, ICT Practitioners, 69 to 92 hrs, PW B Qualification type: Assessment Awarding Generic award - no awarding body Created 20150602 14:28:09 Updated 20150602 14:28:09

Entry requirements

None

Provider

Wirral Met College
Further Education
wmc.enquiries@wmc.ac.uk
0151 551 7777
http://wmc.ac.uk/

Address

Conway Park
Europa Boulevard Town: Birkenhead County:Wirral

Learning aims

Title: Non regulated SFA formula funded provision, Entry Level, ICT Practitioners, 69 to 92 hrs, PW B Qualification: Non regulated SFA formula funded provision, Entry Level, ICT Practitioners, 69 to 92 hrs, PW B Classification: Information and Communication Technology

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