Syllabus for PC Maintenance

(Fall Spring 2015 - 2016)

PC Maintenance 2 Semesters, 8 dual credit hour
Instructor:
Mrs. Comfort Ugwuh
Periods:
Room 293 2nd Period
Phone /Email:
972-925-6293/ ugwuhc@gmail.com
Class Website:
http://www.Bmcit.weebly.com
Course Site
http://testout.com
Tutoring: Tuesday Thursday: 8:30 9:00 a.m.

Dallas Core Beliefs

Our main purpose is to improve student academic achievement.
Effective instruction makes the most difference in student academic performance.
There is no excuse for poor quality instruction.
With our help, at risk students will achieve at the same rate as non-at risk students.
Staff members must have a commitment to children and a commitment to the pursuit of
excellence.

SkillsUSA
School Co-curricular Organization All My students are encouraged to join. It is a youth
organization designed to develop the students leadership abilities, in addition to his/her particular
skill or trade, which will aid them in becoming a successful employee. More information is on our
website
Course Description:
This course provides students with the knowledge to become industry certified PC technician. It
actually meets the specifications for two different industry certification programs, the PC Pro
certification and the CompTIA A+ certification.
For this course, we will use the Testout Labsim. TestOut PC Pro certification is a Certification
measures not just what you know, but what you can do. It also measures your ability to install,
manage, repair, and troubleshoot PC hardware and Windows operating system software.
CompTIAs A+ certification is an entry-level certification that verifies the student has the
knowledge equivalent to that of an entry-level IT professional with about 12 months of hands-on
experience. To obtain the CompTIA A+ certification, students must pass two exams: CompTIA
A+ Exam 220-801 and CompTIA A+ Exam 220-802
Approved work to do after finishing class work and assignment is http://www.number2.com/
We also follow TEAs Scope and Sequence guidelines for this course.

MAKE-UP WORK
Excused (Parent Excused, Excused, Medical, Field Trips) and Verified Absences
All missed work may be made up at full credit if completed immediately after returning to
class.
It is the students responsibility to initiate contact with the teacher to get make up work in
writing or email.
Work must be made up in a timely fashion, generally within the same number of days as
the absence (e.g. absent 2 days, work made up in 2 days).
Participation points may be lost due to absence. Students may possibly make up lost points
by working in the classroom/lab outside of class time or through alternate assignments
determined by the instructor.
Late Work:
Being late with assignments is, unfortunately, a common occurrence for some students. In an
effort to promote excellence and professionalism in all students, late work will be accepted
four class days late with the highest grade being 50. Work must be completed to receive the
grade. Any work turned in more than four days late will receive a grade of zero.
Modifications:
Course modification will be provided for students whose Individual Education Plan (IEP)
requires modifications or accommodations. Parents/Counselors have the responsibility to
make sure the teacher is aware of this need.
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No USB devices of any kind may be used on computer without Teachers permission
Backpacks and book bags only in designated area
No food, drink, gum, or candy in the Lab
Come to class everyday with supplies and a good attitude
Do all the work that is assigned to the best of your ability.
Make up any work you miss due to an absence in a timely manner.
Leave cell phones off, electronic games and CD players stay in your locker or book bag.
Ask for help when you need it, either in class or after school.

Classroom Management Consequences: DISD Handbook will be followed

1st offense- Warning
2nd offense- Phone call to parents
3rd offense- Parent conference
4th offense and subsequent offenses- Referral to the principal
Severe offense- Referral to the principal immediately for removal from class

Cell Phones, Headphones, and iPads

Student cell phones, headphones, and will not only be allowed in class except for teachers
approval for educational purpose, otherwise, should be powered off, or placed on silent, and
stored out of sight.
Consequences:
Phone/Headphone/Flash Drive will be confiscated and sent to the office
Tardy Policy:
The SBM tardy policy will be strictly enforced. When the tardy bell rings, all students should be in
the classroom on their seat, ready to begin work. Please see the DISD High School
Absent/Tardy Policy for consequences.
Grading Weight Scale (this will change periodically)

Test/Quiz

30%

Daily Assignments/Classwork

40%

Projects/Lab work

20%

Six Weeks test

10%

Total

100%

Supplies
In order to be prepared for this class each day, all students must have the following items:

A set of headphones for class video lecture

1 Boxes Kleenex (facial tissue) (hygiene in a lab is critical)

END OF CLASS
_ Close all programs and log out.
_ You must remain seated until the bell rings. I dismiss class-not the BELL!
_ When leaving make sure your workstation is straightened up and your chair is push up
under the table.
_ Place all trash in the trash can. If not followed, 10 points will be deducted from the days
grade
Restroom Breaks:
There is a five-minute passing period to take care of restroom breaks, please use that time.

Course Outline:

Internetworking 1 (DC-1 7549) - Lesson Calendar

First Six Weeks

Modules 1 - Computing Overview
Class Syllabus
SKILLSUSA
Computing Overview
Course Introduction
Using the Simulator
Hardware Basics
Operating System Basics
Module 2 PC Technician
PC Technician
Protection and Safety
Professionalism
PC Tools
PC Maintenance
Troubleshooting Overview
Module 3 System Components
Cases, Form Factors, and Power
Power Supplies
Motherboards and Buses
Processors
Memory
BIOS
Expansion Cards
Video
Audio
Cooling
Domain 1, 5, 6, and 8 Exam

Second Six Weeks

Module 4 Peripheral Devices
Peripheral Devices
Serial, Parallel, and PS/2
USB
IEEE 1394 (Firewire)
Display Devices
Device Installation
Domain 2 Exam

Module 5 Storage
Storage Devices
Floppy Drives
Parallel ATA (IDE)
Serial ATA
SCSI
Optical Media
File System
RAID
Adding Storage
Disk Optimization
Domain 3, 4, and 11 Exam

Third Six Weeks

Module 6 Networking
Networking Overview
Network Hardware
Networking Media
Ethernet
Network Addressing
IP Configuration
IP version 6
Protocols
802.11 Wireless
Infrared and Bluetooth
Internet Connectivity
SOHO Configuration
Network Utilities
Home Group
Domain 7 Exam

Fourth Six Weeks

Module 7 - Printing
Printers
Printer Configuration
Network Printing
Printing Management
Printer Maintenance

Domain 9 Exam
Module 12 Security
Module 8 Mobile Devices
Notebook Computers
Notebook Components
Notebook Power Management

Mobile Devices
Module 9 Windows System
Management
Windows System Tools
Preferences and Settings
Performance Monitoring
Users and Groups
Remote Services
Applications
Updates
System Protection

Virtual Memory
Domain 12 Exam
Fifth Six Weeks
Module 10 System Implementation
Component Selection
Windows Pre-installation
Windows Installation
Post Installation
Virtualization
Module 11 File Management
File Locations
Managing Files
NTFS Permissions
Shared Folders
Offline Files
Domain 12 Exam

Best Practices
Physical Security
Social Engineering
BIOS Security
Malware Protection
Authentication
Encryption
Network Security
Firewalls
Proxy Servers
Domain 10 Exam

Sixth Six Weeks

Module 13 Troubleshooting

Motherboard, RAM, and CPU

Troubleshooting
Storage Troubleshooting
Video Troubleshooting
Network Troubleshooting
Operating System Troubleshooting
Windows Recovery
System Errors
Security Troubleshooting
Notebook Troubleshooting
Printer Troubleshooting
Device Troubleshooting

Module 14 Capstone Project Exercise

Build a Computer from Scratch

Troubleshoot a Malfunctioning
Computer

Articulation:
Upon completing this course with at least a B, you will have met the requirement in qualifying
for dual credits from El Centro Community College.
For Parents:
Please note that all assignments for the class can be found in my grade book that you can access
through Parent Portal. I will keep this up to date, so if you have questions, please contact me as
soon as you notice them so that we can ensure your student receives their highest grade possible.

Syllabus Acknowledgement Form

Teacher: Mrs. Comfort Ugwuh
Phone: 972-925-6293
Room: 293
cugwuh@dallasisd.org
Please visit our teacher web page at http://www.bmcit.weebly.com to review the course
Syllabus. If you are unable to access the Internet, a copy of my syllabus will also be posted in the
Gradebook, Stushare, Google.doc or may be requested.
We have received and read the course syllabus. Our signature below signifies that we agree with
and fully understand the rules and consequences of this document.
As a student I will comply with these rules and I understand that if I am tardy, absent, or
Suspended, that I am fully responsible for all assignments missed and I will request work missed
in writing. I understand that because I am in a computer class, all reading and assignments can be
accessed online. I MUST make arrangements with my teacher to come in during morning
tutorials on the day I return to class and when I need help understanding the materials covered in
class. As a parent I will support my childs teacher if he/she does not comply with the above
mentioned rules.
Printed Student Name: _________________________________
Student Signature: ____________________________________ Date: _____________
Printed Parent/Guardian Name: _________________________________
Parent/Guardian Signature: ___________________________ Date: _____________

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