Computing

Level 2 IT Essentials 1 (A+) PC Hardware & Software

Introduction

This predominantly practical course builds the skills you need to repair, configure and upgrade personal computers. On completion you will be able to sit the CompTIA A+ exam, recognised by employers nationwide. As West Herts College is a CompTIA academy, you will study the latest syllabus needed to be successful in the A+ exam. It also builds theoretical and practical knowledge in networking in order to progress to advanced courses such as Cisco CCNA, which is studied as part of the Cisco Networking Academy.

• Course Code

  Course Code:

  0746

• Entry Criteria

  All students enrolled on this course are required to have intermediate computer skills.

• What will I study?

  During the course you will be learning skills in:

  • Installing hardware and software
  • Identify faults with POST diagnostics
  • Configure CMOS
  • Trouble shooting CMOS problems
  • Working with DOS commands
  • Create and maintain system files
  • Speed up disk using Defragmentation and Disk caching
  • Recover lost files and directories
  • Detect, treat and protect virus infection
  • Diagnosing used and free Interrupt
  • Installing operating systems
  • Add and remove software and hardware
  • Setting up a network
  • Install application via network share
  • Mapping network drive
• What can I do next?

  Employment opportunities exist as computer technicians or as helpdesk support staff.

  This course opens up a host of career opportunities. To find out more visit the National Careers Service.

• Fee Info

  Course Fee: £325.00

  
  You may be eligible for funding to assist with courses fees and costs.To find out more please contact us on 01923 812345.
• Dates and Times

  Starting	Time	Day	Duration	Site
  13 Sep '18	18:00 - 21:30	Thursday	15 weeks	Watford Campus
  07 Feb '19	18:00 - 21:30	Thursday	15 weeks	Watford Campus

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