PC Hardware & IT Fundamentals provides a structured introduction to the technologies, skills, and problem-solving practices used to build, maintain, troubleshoot, and support computer systems. The program progresses from fundamental computer concepts through hardware, operating systems, repair, troubleshooting, networking, security, and practical IT support.
Learn the fundamental concepts behind computers, digital information, hardware, software, peripherals, and basic IT systems.
Understand the major components that make up modern computers and how those components work together.
Learn how operating systems manage computer hardware, software, files, users, applications, and system resources.
Learn how to select compatible components and safely assemble, configure, and test a computer system.
Develop practical skills for maintaining, servicing, upgrading, and repairing computer systems.
Learn how to evaluate and improve computer performance through hardware, software, configuration, and monitoring.
Develop a systematic approach to identifying, diagnosing, isolating, and resolving computer problems.
Learn the fundamentals of providing professional technical support to users and organizations.
Understand the fundamental concepts behind computer networks, connectivity, addressing, network hardware, and troubleshooting.
Learn the foundational principles and practices used to protect systems, users, networks, and information.
Apply hardware, operating system, troubleshooting, networking, support, and security skills through practical technician scenarios.