Course Content
Module 1: Introduction to Computers
- The Computer
- Types of Computers
- PCs: Desktops, Laptops, Tablet PCs,
- Handheld Computers & PDAs
- Servers
- Mainframe Computers
- Centralized Computing
- Minicomputers
Module 2: PC Architecture & Components
- PC Architecture
- Computer Case & Power Supply Unit
- System Board & Expansion Slots
- Central Processing Unit (CPU)
- Computer Memory
- Video Card
- BIOS Chip & CMOS Memory Chip
- The PC Boot Sequence
Module 3: Computer Storage Systems
- Computer Storage Solutions
- Hard Drive Storage
- Floppy Drives & Usage Guidelines
- CD-ROM & CD Usage Guidelines
- CD-ROM/CD-RW Drive Speeds
- DVD-ROM Drives & Usage Guidelines
- Tape Backup Drives
- USB Disk & Flash Storage
Module 4: Input/Output Devices
- Input Devices: The Keyboard, The Mouse, Pointing Devices
- Other Input Devices: Scanners, Digital Cameras & Microphones
- Output Devices: Monitors
- Printers: Dot-Matrix Printers, Inkjet & Bubble Jet Printers & Laser Printers
- Plotters & Speakers
- Connecting Input/Output Devices: Serial,
- Parallel, Universal Serial Bus, SCSI FireWire Connections
Module 5: Computer Software
- Computer Software
- Types of Computer Software
- Operating Systems (OS): DOS, Microsoft
- Windows, UNIX, Linux & Macintosh
- Network Operating System (NOS):
- Microsoft Windows Server, Netware
- Server, UNIX & Linux
- Common Applications
- File Extensions
- Computer Performance
Module 6: Networking Essentials
- Understanding Networks
- Networking Components
- Types of Networks
- Transmission Media: Cable Media & Wireless Media
- Encryption: Symmetric Encryption & Asymmetric Encryption
- Digital Signatures & Digital Certificates
- Backup Strategies: Full, Incremental & Differential Backups
Module 10: Computer Health & Safety Considerations
- Computer Health & Safety Considerations
- Work-Related Musculoskeletal Disorders
- (WMSDs) & Prevention
- WMSD in the Computer Environment:
- Vision Problems, Tendonitis & Back
- Problems
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS)
- Symptoms of CTS
- CTS Prevention & Treatment
- Stress Management
- Body Posture and Alignment
- Ergonomics in the Computer Environment
- Computer Workspace Layout
- Computer desks, Chairs & Footrest
- Computer Lighting
- The Monitor & Anti-glare strategies
- Additional Lighting
- Keyboard/ Mouse Trays
- Keyboard & Mouse Usage
- Electrical Safety: Surge Protector,
- Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) & Power Generators
- Media Access Protocols
- Network Connectivity Devices: Network Interface Cards
- (NIC), Modems, Repeaters, Hubs, Bridges, Switches, Routers & Gateways
- Network Protocols
- The Network Operating System (NOS)
- Network Services
- Peer-to-Peer Architecture
- Client/Server Architecture
Module 7: Internet Technology & Concepts
- Understanding the Internet
- Internet History
- The Internet Structure
- IP Addresses
- Domain Naming System (DNS)
- Intranets, Extranets & VPNs
- Connecting to the Internet: Dial-up
- Access, Cable Modems, Digital
- Subscriber Lines & Wireless Access
- Internet Services: WWW Services, FTP
- Services, Email Services, Internet Telephony & Internet
- Messaging
Module 8: Electronic Commerce
- Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce)
- Traditional Commerce vs. E-Commerce
- E-Commerce Challenges: Internet
- Taxation, Security, Intellectual Property
- & Legitimacy
- Types of E-Commerce: Business-to-Business (B2B) E-Commerce, Business-to-Consumer
- (B2C) E-commerce & Online Auctions
- Setting Up an E-Commerce Solution
- Determining your Business Model
- Registering your Domain Name
- Hosting your Website
- Building your Website
- E-Commerce Enabling Your Website
- Marketing Your Website
Module 9: Computer Security Measures
- Computer Security
- Methods of Attack: DoS, Social
- Engineering, Brute Force, Spoofing,
- Spamming, Sniffers, Viruses & Theft
- Computer Security Measures:
- Administrative, Technology & Physical Measures
- Technology-based Measures: Password, ,
- Access Control Lists (ACLs), Auditing & Firewalls
- Understanding Viruses
- Types of Viruses: MBR viruses, Macro Viruses, File Infector Viruses, Virus
- Hoaxes, Worms & Trojans
- Antivirus Software: The Antivirus Engine & Virus Definition Files
- Antivirus Guidelines
- Spyware
- Updating Software
Module 11: Intellectual Property Rights
- Computers and the Law
- Intellectual Property
- Copyright
- Copyrighting Material
- Trademarks
- Patents
- Understanding Software Licensing