Introduction To The Personal Computer
(A100)
 

Course Overview

This course is twelve hours in duration and involves hands-on computer time.  It is considered an introductory level course.  It is the start of your journey through the PC Curriculum.  It assumes that you know little if anything about the use of Personal Computers, not even how to turn them on or off.  You will learn basic PC terminology, the major components of a PC system, how to work with files and folders, how to access programs, and basic rules for the care of your PC system.
 

Course Prerequisite

Willingness and discipline to learn.
 

Recommended Materials

Reading and Study Materials:  Class Handouts.

Pencil or Pen and Note Pad.

 

Course Topics

Identifying Types of Personal Computers
Defining a Computer System
Using the Windows Operating System
Organizing and Managing Files
Working With Computer Applications
Student's Special Topics
 

Course Reviews

Reviews are self-evaluation tests that are made available during the course.