BCT 104: Computer Fundamentals

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Class Program

Business Computer Technology

Credits

Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

Course ID

092345

Meets Degree Requirements For

Restricted Elective

Description

Focuses on the computing fundamentals domain of Certiport's industry certification for Internet and Computing Core (IC3), which covers a foundational understanding of computer hardware, software, operating systems, peripherals and troubleshooting.

Grading Basis

Graded

Course Learning Outcomes

Identify types of computers, how they process information, and the purpose and function of different hardware components

Identify how to maintain computer equipment and solve common problems relating to computer hardware

Identify how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks and how software is distributed and upgraded

Identify what an operating system is and how it works, and solve common problems related to operating systems

Use an operating system to manipulate a computer’s desktop, files and disks

Identify how to change system settings, install and remove software

Core Topics

Hardware
Peripherals
Software
Operating Systems
Troubleshooting Techniques