Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
UMBC-0027
Organization:
UMBC Training Centers, LLC
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
40 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 3 computer fundamentals
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to teach the student information systems and technology fundamentals as the starting point for a cyber-related career. It is the foundation onto which more advanced topics in systems administration and cybersecurity are built. This course will give students the knowledge and skills to set up and use a computer securely and to safely maintain it. Students will be able to provide informal support for personal computers and simple local area networks.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Set up a computer workstation and use basic software applications
  • Explain the functions and types of devices used within a computer system.
  • Apply basic computer maintenance and support principles
  • Describe some principles of software and database development
  • Configure computers and mobile devices to connect to home networks and to the Internet.
  • Identify security issues affecting the use of computers and networks.

General Topics:

  • Defining information technology
  • Computer software and hardware
  • The basics of computer processing
  • Internal hardware components
  • Peripheral devices
  • Storage and using file systems
  • Information security concepts
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

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

Methods of Assessment:

  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials