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BPC125: Microcomputer Set Up and Maintenance
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Instructor: Gary R. Smith Office: J112 Phone: (602) 727-6701

This is the home page for BPC125: Microcomputer Set Up and Maintenance  Students should check this site at least once per week to insure you are informed of any updates to the schedule or assignments.  It expected that each student read all course documents during the first week of class.

Course Description: How to install and maintain a microcomputer (personal computer). Steps used to set up a new or add options to a previously installed microcomputer. Installation of internal options (memory, graphics, modems, etc.), as well as external options and devices (printers, monitors, communications, etc.). Troubleshoot (identify and repair or have repaired) microcomputer problems. Prerequisites: None.

Course Competencies:
  1. Install a new microcomputer.
  2. Install internal options, set necessary switches, and pull unneeded devices as applicable to selected microcomputer.
  3. Install external options and solve interface problems for a selected microcomputer.
  4. Troubleshoot microcomputer problems including startup, operation, keyboard, display, and interface problems.
  5. Install and document microcomputer software for special internal and external options.
  6. Perform proper care and protection of microcomputer.

URL: http://www.maricopa.edu/curriculum/A-C/036bpc125.html

 

Gary R. Smith © 2008 • gary.smith@pvmail.maricopa.edu
Last Revised: 01/14/2009