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08concurrent weeks
48combined contact hours
1–4in-class labs per meeting
45+MeasureUP questions / course / week
COURSE 107 / Core 1 · 220-1201
Computer Hardware, Networking & Device Support
Learn how computers, mobile devices and networks are assembled, connected, configured and repaired. This course develops practical skills in component selection, device installation, connectivity, virtualization and hardware/network troubleshooting.
By the end of this course
Select compatible components and configure computers, storage and peripherals.
Connect and support wired, wireless and mobile devices.
Use diagnostic evidence to identify faults, verify repairs and document service.
Mondays · Chapters 1–10 · Hybrid work due Sunday
Eight concurrent weeks. Preparation before class, supervised class activities, and independent hybrid practice each week.
COURSE 108 / Core 2 · 220-1202
Operating Systems, Security & IT Support
Learn how operating systems and applications are installed, administered, secured and supported. This course develops practical skills in Windows and cross-platform tools, endpoint security, software troubleshooting, backup/recovery and professional support operations.
By the end of this course
Install, configure and administer operating systems and user access.
Apply endpoint security controls and troubleshoot software and security symptoms.
Recover data, review scripts and deliver documented, professional technical support.
Wednesdays · Chapters 11–20 · Hybrid work due Tuesday
Eight concurrent weeks. Preparation before class, supervised class activities, and independent hybrid practice each week.
THE LEARNING PATH
Eight weeks. Real skills.
Prepare before class. Practice together. Demonstrate what you can do.
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Establish the technician's hardware vocabulary and safe service workflow. Identify the parts of a computer and explain how firmware begins the startup process.
Establish operating-system concepts and deployment skills. Choose an appropriate installation approach and verify that a newly installed system is ready for use.
Explain how the motherboard, processor and memory work together. Use compatibility requirements and diagnostic symptoms to justify an upgrade or repair.
Support the components that store information, supply power and connect users to output devices. Verify storage and peripheral operation and explain maintenance decisions.
Use command-line tools and compare support workflows across Windows, Linux and macOS. Interpret permissions and diagnostic output before taking action.
Explain how a device communicates on a network. Configure and interpret addressing, gateway and name-resolution settings to isolate connectivity faults.
Secure the operating environment through least privilege, authentication, updates and endpoint controls. Recognize threats and justify a layered response.
Apply networking fundamentals to a small office and wireless environment. Select an appropriate topology, configure secure connectivity and diagnose signal or access problems.
Use evidence to distinguish operating-system, application and simulated malware symptoms. Select a safe remediation or recovery approach and verify normal operation.
Transfer hardware support skills to laptops and mobile devices. Evaluate serviceability, battery/display symptoms, connectivity and synchronization needs.
Explain virtualization and cloud choices and connect them to real hardware and network resource requirements. Troubleshoot a combined device/connectivity incident.
Integrate the course's hardware and networking skills in independent practical service scenarios. Demonstrate diagnosis, repair verification and a clear customer handoff.
Integrate operating-system, security and support operations skills in independent practical incidents. Demonstrate recovery, functional verification and professional documentation.
Budget 6–9 hours outside class per course each week, in addition to each three-hour meeting. With both eight-week courses, plan for 18–24 total hours each week. Read and complete handouts before class; reserve NETLAB time and spread practice across the week.
Finish each course with a comprehensive lab day (30%) and a separately scheduled official certification exam (30%). Remaining graded coursework is 40%. A pre-exam coursework average of at least 70% plus a passing exam guarantees at least a C.
Read assigned chapters and chapter slides before each meeting. Start with a reading quiz, complete the assigned chapter labs, then finish with a closeout lecture, Q&A and announcements. Hybrid work is due Sunday after Monday class or Tuesday after Wednesday class, at end-of-day midnight.