Industrial Computing
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Keywords
Computing , virtual machine , ethernet
Project
Authors
Wylie, Tom
Norris, Tami
Date Submitted
2017-05
Material Type
Hybrid/Blended Course
Secondary Material Type
Assessment Tool
Assignment
Illustration/Graphic
Photographic Image - Instructional
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Simulation
Syllabus
Workshop and Training Material
Video - Instructional
Assignment
Illustration/Graphic
Photographic Image - Instructional
Presentation
Quiz/Test
Simulation
Syllabus
Workshop and Training Material
Video - Instructional
Institution
Northwest State Community College
Industry Partner
Regional employer partners contributed to the development and review of these courses. Competencies were identified by employer partners, and curriculum was vetted by industry partners.
License
CC BY
Funding Source
TAACCCT Round 4
Additional Public Access
Abstract
In this course the student will study computer hardware, operating systems, networking and basic Microsoft Applications. There will be a heavy focus on internet basics, and how to use the computer as an information tool, as well as to setup and manage an email account. There will be heavy focus on cloud computing, using the cloud to store files, as well as basic cloud based applications. Students will also learn the basics of networking hardware, and how to do basic network troubleshooting. There will also be a section on securing a computer from viruses and malware, as well as protecting personal information when working with a computer online. After completing this course the student will:
1. Identify and explain the purpose of ports, devices and internal subsystem of a PC computer.
2. Install applications, drivers and updates to a PC computer system.
3. Manipulate windows explorer to create, move & delete, files & folders on a PC system.
4. Utilize multiple browsers to navigate the internet and retrieve information.
5. Create and manage a Gmail account to manage data and information.
6. Create and configure MS Word files that will include a table and graphics.
7. Create and configure MS PowerPoint files that will include bullets, text and graphics.
8. Create and configure MS Excel files that will include formulas, functions and referencing.
9. Utilize database components to access data from a MS Access database.
10. Manage the data storage functions in Google Drive.
11. Download and configure cloud based applications such as Dropbox and Evernote.
12. Identify and explain all the hardware for a wired and wireless Ethernet network.
13. Troubleshoot an Ethernet network using diagnostics and network commands.
14. Identify the ways that spyware and viruses are spread and the actions that can be taken to mitigate the risks.
15. Identify and explain the application of various portable devices
Industry (NAISC)
Manufacturing -- Miscellaneous Manufacturing (339)
Occupation (SOC)
Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Occupations (49-0000)
Instructional Program (CIP)
Mechanic and Repair Technologies/Technicians (47)
Credit Type
Credential Type
Certificate
Credential
Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
Associate Degree
Credential
Stacked/Latticed Credential Model
Associate Degree
Educational Level
1st year Community College or equivalent