Computer Skills

Comptia A+ Hardware
This course is one of a two-part program that prepares you to become a computer service technician. This PC hardware course prepares the student for the A+ Core examination. The course includes installation, configuration, and upgrading of PCs. Students will study motherboards, processors, memory, and printers, and will learn how to correctly diagnose and troubleshoot PC problems. Portable systems, basic networking, and customer service
will also be discussed. Instructor will distribute a list of required tools at first class.
Prerequisite: Working knowledge of PC hardware and software. The required textbook, A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting - Jean Andrews, and A+ Lab
Simulation Hardware Disk - Jean Andrews are available at the campus bookstore.
Instructor: Dave Babel
ITEC 1962-31A 2.4 CEU
W 5/30 - 7/11, (No class: 6/4) 6 Sessions $550
6 p.m.-10 p.m. Bisdorf Bldg, Room 447 Register for this class Now!

Comptia A+ Software
This course is one of a two-part program that prepares you to become a computer service technician. The hands-on and lecture format covers the software side of the microcomputer. It prepares you to take the A+ Operation System examination. Students will learn start up procedures for DOS (which is still used by IT Specialists today) and the various Windows environments. Function, structure, operation and file management are discussed
in detail. Operating systems, installation, configuration and upgrade procedures are examined. Managing memory and diagnosing memory-related issues are investigated. Students will troubleshoot a variety of software-related problems in a hands-on testing
environment. Instructor will distribute a list of required tools at first class. The required textbook, A+ Guide to Software: Managing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting, 3rd Ed. - Jean Andrews, and A+ Lab Simulation Software Disk - Jean Andrews are available
at the campus bookstore.
Instructor: Dave Babel
ITEC 1963-31A 2.4 CEU
W 7/18 - 8/22, 6 Sessions $550
6 p.m.-10 p.m. Bisdorf Bldg., Room 447 Register for this class Now!



Internet for Seniors
This course will provide seniors with the tools necessary to take advantage of most of the Internet’s features and feel comfortable using it on a regular basis. Discover how to access the vast collection of information and goods and services available online, and how to use e-mail as an inexpensive and effective way to keep in touch with family and friends worldwide. Curriculum includes Internet service providers, types of connections, how to select/use a browser, downloading files and programs, search engines and e-mail management. Senior citizen free tuition is not applicable.
Instructor: William Pegram
ITEC 1944-21A $75
S 6/23 & 6/30, 2 Sessions
1-3:30 p.m. Bisdorf Bldg., Room 447 Register for this class Now!



Personal Computers for Seniors
Students will learn how to use the modern PC and master many of its interactive features. Curriculum includes Windows fundamentals appearance and configuration settings, file management, the basics of word processing. This course is taught in a lab, where students can become comfortable installing software and using a keyboard, mouse and printers. Senior citizen free tuition is not applicable.
Instructor: William Pegram
ITEC 1934-21A $75
S 7/7 - 7/14, 3 Sessions
1-3:30 p.m. Bisdorf Bldg., Room 447 Register for this class Now!