Understanding Computer Hardware & Peripherals (Part of SCTP)
About This Course
The Understanding Computer Hardware & Peripherals course offers participants a deep insight into the backbone of computing that focuses on the essentials. The curriculum introduces trainees to the integral components of a computer, how they connect and interact, and the practical skills required for building or upgrading a PC. The course also delves into the foundational BIOS process, guiding participants through the sequence of booting a computer. It is designed to instill both theoretical knowledge and hands-on experience to ensure trainees are well-equipped to comprehend, identify, and work with various computer hardware and peripherals.
What You'll Learn
● Acquire a holistic understanding of computer hardware, encompassing its definition, significance, identification of core components, and their pivotal role in facilitating user-computer interactions.
● Attain a comprehensive understanding of computer hardware, encompassing the primary roles of essential components like the motherboard, CPU, RAM, and storage devices, as well as familiarity with a variety of user interaction tools and the foundational mechanisms of data transfer via ports and cables.
● Build capabilities for assembling and upgrading a PC, discerning component compatibility during upgrades, and effectively troubleshooting prevalent challenges that arise during the PC building process.
● Articulate the role of BIOS in the boot process, optimise BIOS settings for enhanced system performance, and proficiently diagnose and resolve boot-related issues and errors.
Entry Requirements
● WPLN Level 4
● 1 GCE ‘O’ level or equivalent; OR
● NITEC/Higher NITEC; OR
● Mature candidates (≥ 30 years old with 8 years’ work experience in an ICT-related field); OR
● Candidates with other qualifications will be considered on a case-by-case basis