CIS 287 Microcomputer Hardware

The course introduces students to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software. Topics covered are the fundamentals of mobile devices, Linux, macOS, virtualization, and cloud computing as well as expanded information about Microsoft Windows operating systems, security, networking, troubleshooting, and the responsibilities of an IT professional.

Credits

4

Course Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
1. Install and configure components to build, repair, or upgrade personal computers
2.Perform troubleshooting on personal computers
3.Explain how computers communicate on a network
4.Configure devices to communicate on a network
5.Explain how to troubleshoot laptops and other mobile devices
6.Install a printer to meet requirements
7.Describe virtualization and cloud computing
8.Install Windows operating systems
9.Perform management and maintenance of Windows operating systems
10.Explain how to configure, secure, and troubleshoot mobile, MacOS, and Linux operating systems
11.Implement basic host, data, and network security
12.Explain the roles and responsibilities of the IT Professional