NORTH CENTRAL TEXAS COLLEGE COURSE SYLLABUS

Personal Computer Hardware

Course Information

Course Title: Personal Computer Hardware Course Prefix & Number: ITSC1325
Section Number: 390
Semester Credit Hours: 3

Lecture Hours: 32 Lab Hours: 32

Course Description: Current personal computer hardware including assembly, upgrading, setup, configuration, and troubleshooting.
Course Prerequisite(s): None
Course Type: WECM Course

Instructor: Clyde Salyer

E-mail Address: Office Hours: Campus Location: Course Location: Meeting Times:

Chair/Coordinator: Office Location: Telephone Number: E-mail Address:

csalyer@nctc.edu
By Appointment via Email (Skype, etc.) Corinth Campus

6:00pm-9:50pm (on scheduled meeting days)

Susan Svane ssvane@nctc.edu
Corinth Campus, Room 232 940.498.6292

Room2535

Course Materials
Required – Text: A+ GuiidetoIIT Technical Support, 910tht Ed., Jean Andrewss. .

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Required – Online Supplemental Materials: TestOut..com Singlle-usserrlilcicensse((PC Prro,, 5.10.02); ISBN:: 978-1-935080-42-8. To purchase directly from TestOut, go to www.testout.com/courses and use Pricing Code 14-232TA – be sure you are purchasing the PC Pro course, version 5.10.02.For the school name enter: ‘North Central Texas College’. For the course name enter: ‘ITSC 1325 390 (Spring 201280)’.

Required – PC Repair Toolkit (Rosewill RTK-045 on Amazon.com)

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Version: 20180109

Course Requirements, Evaluation Methods and Grading Criteria

Quizzes Over Assigned Readings (20)
Online Lab Submissions (5) and Hands-On Exercise Write-Up Submissions (5) Exams (5 Module Exams + 1 Final)
Practicum Proposal (1) and Practicum Documentation Submission (1) Practicum Presentation (1) and Peer Review Submission (1)
Participation and Attendance (8 In-Person + 8 Online)

GRADING SCALE

1. A  90-100 D 60-69

2. B  80-89 F < 60

3. C  70-79

INSTITUTIONAL LEARNING GOALS

20% of grade 20% of grade 25% of grade 10% of grade 10% of grade 15% of grade

•   A quality general education curriculum in all associate degree programs.

•   Quality freshman and sophomore level courses in arts and sciences which parallel the

  lower division offerings of four-year colleges and universities.

•   Quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled

  occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length

  leading to certificates and associate degrees.

•   Quality programs and services in support of adult literacy and basic skills development as

  a mean of workforce enhancement and expanding access to higher education. PROGRAM PURPOSE STATEMENT

  NCTC seeks to implement its goal of providing quality technical programs leading directly to careers in semi-skilled and skilled occupations, and quality technical education programs up to two years in length leading to certificates and associate degrees by offering a coherent sequence of courses with appropriate breadth and depth to prepare students for success in the workforce.

  DEPARTMENTAL PURPOSE STATEMENT

  The purpose of the Computer Information Technology Department is to prepare students for successful entry level careers in the IT or networking industry, and/or prepare students for success in pursuing higher education in the Computer Information System and Networking fields.

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STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES

WECM Learning Outcomes: Assemble/setup and upgrade personal computer systems; diagnose and isolate faulty components; optimize system performance; and install/connect peripherals. At the completion of this course, the student will be able to:

•   Identify internal and external hardware components of personal computer systems.

•   Understand the basics of electricity and associated units of measure.

•   Assemble hardware components of personal computer systems.

•   Configure the hardware in personal computer systems.

•   Upgrade/add hardware.

•   Diagnose faulty hardware.

•   Isolate faulty hardware.

•   Optimize system performance.

•   Install/connect peripherals.

•   Install and maintain operating systems on PCs.

•   Support/repair printers and laptops work.

•   Demonstrate familiarity with essential networking concepts.

•   Demonstrate familiarity with essential computer/network security concepts.

  Course Format

  This course is designed to cover a significant portion of the material found on an A+ certification exam, and is delivered in a hybrid format consisting of both online and in-person content.

  ONLINE

  Each week, we will cover two chapters of material from the textbook (unless otherwise noted in the course schedule). You will be required to read all aspects of the text before completing an online quiz for each chapter. Throughout the course, you will also be required to complete online lab assignments for each module in the TestOut LabSim environment to reinforce topics covered in the textbook.

  IN-PERSON

  We will meet eight times through the semester. The first meeting (day 1) will be an introduction period where we’ll introduce the course objectives and establish clear expectations on how to complete your work in this hybrid course. During meetings two through five we will discuss topics covered in the assigned chapter readings in an interactive, question-and-answer forum before completing a hands-on exercise to reinforce each Module. You will be required to complete a graded write-up of each of these hands-on exercises. After completing the hands-on exercise, you will take a Module Exam over the assigned readings of the previous two weeks. Meeting six will be a presentation day where you will present your practicum project in front of your classmates. The last class meeting will be during Finals week, where you will complete a comprehensive Final exam.

  Please feel free to ask questions at any time (both in-person or online via email)!

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General Information

DISCLAIMERS

All submitted work will be your own and original to this course. Plagiarism, collusion, and cheating are unacceptable. All suspected violations will be documented and prosecuted.

Much of your work in this course will be completed or submitted within canvas. Any computer issues with personal computers, internet connections, etc. are your responsibility.

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STUDENT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES

NCTC Board policy FLB (Local) Student Rights and Responsibilities states that each student shall be charged with notice and knowledge of the contents and provisions of the rules and regulations concerning student conduct. These rules and regulations are published in the Student Handbook published in conjunction with the College Catalog. All students shall obey the law, show respect for properly constituted authority, and observe correct standards of conduct.

FILING A COMPLAINT

If the complaint involves a problem with an instructor, the student shall discuss the matter with the instructor before requesting a conference with the department chair. If the complaint involves a grade received, the student shall collect all tests, papers, daily assignments, class notes and other relevant material prior to the conference with the instructor.” (See Student Handbook > Discussion of Complaint). Failure to follow the procedure will result in no action taken.

LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM

This course will be augmented by using NCTC’s online course delivery system, CANVAS. Log into CANVAS from the NCTC home page (www.nctc.edu) or directly at www.CANVAS.nctc.edu. Discussion boards and emails may be available on CANVAS. Participation in CANVAS is MANDATORY.

If a student should experience problems accessing the course material in CANVAS any Virtual Labs, or in sending/receiving course mail, it is the student’s responsibility to notify the instructor immediately.

Even though your grades will be posted on the CANVAS grade book, it is your responsibility to keep a record of your grades. Grades may not be available for up to two weeks after the final due date of each assignment.

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Student Support Services EARLY ALERT AND NCTC CARES

The NCTC Early Alert program has been established to assist students who are at risk of failing or withdrawing from a course. Your instructor may refer you to this program if you are missing assignments, failing tests, excessively absent, or have personal circumstances impacting your academic performance. If submitted as an Early Alert you will be notified via your NCTC e-mail address and then contacted by a Counseling and Testing advisor or counselor to discuss possible strategies for completing your course successfully.

The NCTC CARES (Campus Assessment Response Evaluation Services) Team addresses behavior which may be disruptive, harmful or pose a threat to the health and safety of the NCTC community-such as stalking, harassment, physical or emotional abuse, violent or threatening behavior, or self-harm. As a student, you have the ability to report concerning behavior which could impact your own safety or the safety of another NCTC student. Just click the NCTC CARES Team logo posted on MyNCTC, or send an e-mail to CARESTeam@nctc.edu. As always, if you feel there is an immediate threat to your own safety or welfare (or to another student), please call 911 immediately.

DISABILITY SERVICES (OSD)

The Office for Students with Disabilities (OSD) provides accommodations for students who have documented disability. On the Corinth Campus, go to room 170 or call 940-498-6207. On the Gainesville Campus, go to room 110 or call 940-668-4209. Students on the Bowie, Graham, Flower Mound, and online campuses should call 940-668-4209.

North Central Texas College is on record as being committed to both the spirit and letter of federal equal opportunity legislation, including the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, ADA Amendments Act of 2009, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 (P.L. 93-112). http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices/Disabilityservices.aspx

STUDENT SUCCESS CENTER

The Student Success Center is designed to help all students at NCTC develop tools to achieve their academic goals. The program helps students acclimate to college by providing students free interactive workshops about Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, and much more. For more information, please visit your nearest Student Success Center.

Counseling and Testing staff offer a variety of services to current and prospective students, such as College 101, placement testing, academic advising and course registration, transfer assistance, and College Success seminars (Time Management, Study Skills, Test Anxiety, Choosing a Major, Learning Style Strategies, Career Exploration), and much more. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/CounselingTesting.aspx

Student Success offers academic coaching, tutoring, including a Writing Center, a Math Lab, free 24/7 online tutoring through Grade Results and assist new students acclimate to college by providing computer lab services for prospective students. First generation students can also participate in TRIO which offers specialized support services. http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/SupportServices.aspx

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FINANCIAL AID, SCHOLARSHIPS, AND VETERANS SERVICES

The Financial Aid Office is responsible for administering a variety of programs for students who need assistance in financing their education. The first step for financial aid is to complete a FAFSA. For more information, please visit your nearest Financial Aid Office.

Financial Aid offers financial resources for students that qualify, visit the financial aid offices for more information. http://www.nctc.edu/FInancialAidHome.aspx

CHILDCARE REIMBURSEMENT PROGRAM

The Childcare Reimbursement Program provides support services for NCTC students pursuing a career in a technical field of study to help them complete their career plans. The program will reimburse technical declared students a percentage of their daycare expenses if the child is attending a licensed or registered daycare facility. This is on a first come first serve basis, and is available to students on all 5 campuses. Please note, we do not have a childcare facility on any of our 5 campuses. This is a reimbursement program only.

Students who wish to become eligible for Childcare Assistance Program need to:

•   Declare in a technical field of study

•   Establish financial need

o Ex: Pell Grant recipient, Food Stamp recipient, W2, etc.
 Complete a Childcare Reimbursement Program Application and provide all necessary

documentation. The Application can be found online at

http://www.nctc.edu/StudentServices/Childcare.aspx

For more information, please contact Yvonne Sandmann on the Gainesville Campus at 940-668- 4209 ext. 4321, or by email at ysandmann@nctc.edu.

OTHER PERTINENT INFORMATION

The instructor reserves the right to amend the syllabus at any time during the semester. Any announcements/information disseminated during class will take precedence over the syllabus. Assignments are due on the assigned due date. Late assignments are not accepted. No Excuses.

TOBACCO POLICY

NCTC restricts the use of all tobacco products including cigarettes, cigars, pipes and smokeless tobacco on campus property. NCTC is aware that tobacco use influences underage students which cumulates unsightly tobacco litter and interferes with assuring clean air for all who come to NCTC. NCTC recognizes the health hazards of tobacco use and of exposure to second hand smoke. Information on a tobacco cessation program is available for students, faculty, staff who wish to stop using tobacco products. We would like to "thank you" for your help in making our campuses Tobacco-Free. For questions or concerns please contact the Office of the President of Student Services at 940.668.4240.