PC Technology Level 3

Course Code

DLC019

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Pursue your career in PC technology with this course!

Understand the components and maintenance of computer hardware.
Develop your knowledge of the Windows operating system.
Enhance your knowledge of how to diagnose hardware problems and troubleshooting mobile devices.
Study common security threats and security system best practices.

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This PC Technology Level 3 course has been professionally designed to give you a solid foundation of knowledge in IT.

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Course Duration

Up to one year.

Study Hours

Approximately 100 hours.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Understanding PC Technology Level 3.

Entry Requirements

There are no entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Practical programming assignments and coursework.

Introduction to getting started
A history of computer technology
Computer numbering systems
Computer numbering systems
Overview of PC hardware components
Overview of PC operating systems
Overview of peripheral hardware devices
Securing your PC
Glossary of important terms

The system unit and power supply
Important motherboard components
Input devices
Storage devices
Display devices
Peripheral devices
Laptops, tablets and smartphones

Installing display devices
Installing input devices
Installing output devices
Installing I/O devices
Installing expansion cards
Installing CPUs and power supplies
Installing storage devices

Safety information and toolkit essentials
Dealing with boot failure
Diagnosing disk drive problems
Diagnosing Windows problems
Useful diagnostic tools
Hardware and software conflicts
Preventative maintenance

Introduction
Laptop components
Laptop maintenance guidelines
External laptop hardware devices
Other mobile devices
Mobile accessories and ports
Troubleshooting mobile devices

Introduction to computer networks
Network types
Network components
Introducing TCP/IP
Internet connections
Ports and protocols
Networking tools
Security issues

Introduction to the internet
Security on the internet
Connecting to the internet
Search engine technologies
An introduction to email
An introduction to HTML
Understanding cascading style sheets

Operating system fundamentals
The evolution of Windows
Installing and configuring Windows
Start menu, taskbar and desktop
Clipboard, Explorer and launching apps
Control panel and accessories
Setting up printers and scanners

Automatic maintenance
Optimizing Microsoft Windows
Backup and restore system data
Disk storage maintenance
Installing software updates
Other operating systems

Common security threats
System security best practices
Firewalls and other security devices
Mobile security controls
Windows 10 built-in security
Network and wireless security

Assessment

You will be assessed throughout this course via practical programming assignments and coursework. At the end of each lesson, you will also be provided with a review and quiz, as well as an assignment.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have up to a full year from enrolment to complete your studies. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines. This course has approximately 100 hours self-study time.

Study Method

You will study this course through distance learning, which means you can learn at a time and place to suit you.

Course Outcome

Providing the assignments have been completed to the required standards, upon the successful completion of this course students will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Understanding PC Technology Level 3 Open Awards Quality Endorsed Unit Course Certificate with eight Open Awards Credits.

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