Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
ACIL-0001
Organization:
ACI Learning
Length:
2 weeks (40 hours)
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 information technology
Students must complete both CompTIA A+ Core 1 (ACIL-0001) and CompTIA A+ Core 2 (ACIL-0002) to receive the credit recommendation of 3 semester hours in information technology at the lower division.
Description

Objective:

The course objective is for students to be able install, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and perform preventive maintenance on personal computers and digital devices.

Learning Outcomes:

  • identify the hardware components of personal computers and mobile digital devices
  • install and configure peripheral components
  • manage data storage
  • support mobile digital devices
  • identify networking and security fundamentals
  • install, configure, and troubleshoot display devices
  • manage system components
  • identify the hardware and software requirements for client environment configurations
  • identify network technologies
  • install and configure networking capabilities
  • support printers and multifunction devices

General Topics:

  • Install and configure PC system unit components and peripheral devices
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot display and multimedia devices
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot storage devices
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot internal system components
  • Explain network infrastructure concepts
  • Configure and troubleshoot network connections
  • Implement client virtualization and cloud computing
  • Support and troubleshoot laptops
  • Support and troubleshoot mobile devices
  • Install, configure, and troubleshoot print devices
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Audio Visual Materials
  • Classroom Exercise
  • Computer Based Training
  • Discussion
  • Laboratory
  • Lectures
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes
  • Written Papers

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials