Cisco Systems CCNA 2 manual IT Essentials PC Hardware and Software IT Essentials

The six sponsored curricula also require dedicated labs and a variety of hardware and software. They are summarized in the following sections:

IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software IT Essentials

PC Hardware and Software, which is 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 and the suggested best practices for maintenance and safety issues. Students learn how to assemble and configure computers, install operating systems and software, and troubleshoot hardware and software problems through hands-on activities and labs. An introduction to networking is also included. This course helps students prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. This is designed as a

70-hour course. However, it addresses a broad range of topics that might benefit from a longer delivery model.

IT Essentials: Network Operating Systems

Network Operating Systems, which is sponsored by Hewlett-Packard Company, is an extensive introduction to multiuser, multitasking network operating systems (NOSs). This course will discuss the characteristics of the Linux, Windows 2000, NT, and XP NOSs. Hands- on labs will utilize the Windows 2000 and Linux NOSs. Students will explore a variety of topics such as installation procedures, security issues, back up procedures, and remote access. This is a 70-hour course.

Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling

Fundamentals of Voice and Data Cabling, which is sponsored by Panduit, is designed for students interested in the physical aspects of voice and data network cabling and installation. The course focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections and discusses the industry and worldwide standards, types of media and cabling, physical and logical networks, and signal transmission. Students will develop skills in the following areas:

•How to read network design documentation

•Part list set up and purchase

•How to pull and mount cable

•Cable management

•How to choose wiring closets

•Patch panel installation

•Termination

•Jack installation and cable testing

This is a hands-on, lab-oriented, 70-hour course. It stresses the following competencies:

•Documentation

•Design

•Installation issues

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