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CSNT 115 A+ Software Essentials

6 credits
Students will install, configure, secure, and troubleshoot operating systems. The course will also include working with client operating systems in various network scenarios. Students work towards the CompTIA A+ industry certification.

Prerequisites: ABED 46  (or placement into ENGL 93  or higher) and MATH 87  or AHSE 66  (or placement into MATH 98  or higher)

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Identify the basic components of a computer
  • Use and describe file and directory structures
  • Troubleshoot the boot process used in personal computers
  • Demonstrate an understanding of operating system memory management
  • Demonstrate basic Windows operating system usage, commands, and configuration
  • Identify computer numbering systems and perform computations
  • Create and use Command Line and Windows GUI configuration files
  • Define computer terms used in class

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • be prepared to obtain an entry-level position in the IT field
  • perform successfully as computer technicians, Network technicians, installers, troubleshooters, help desk support, and network administrators

Total Hours: 100 Theory (Lecture) Hours: 20 Guided Practice (Lab or Clinical) Hours: 80