Mohawk valley community college

Spring, 2009

MOHAWK VALLEY COMMUNITY COLLEGE

UTICA-ROME, NY
ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND THE TRADES DEPARTMENT
COURSE OUTLINE

1. 
   CATALOG DESCRIPTION:
   

ET272 Digital Computer Systems (Verizon) C-3, P-2, Cr-4

IS100 Introduction to Computer Applications & Concepts

ET180 Digital Computer Fundamentals
Co-Requisite MA119 Technical Algebra and Trigonometry 2
II. MATERIALS:
Texts: A⁺ Guide to Managing and Maintaining Your PC, by Jean Andrews,

Thomson Course Technology

By Jill Batistick, Thomson Course Technology

3. 
   STUDENT LEARNING OUTCOMES:
   

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  Use the laptop computer:
  

1. 
   To save and retrieve files
   
2. 
   As an analytical tool
   
3. 
   To log onto Blackboard and download and upload files
   
4. 
   To simulate a simple DC or logic circuit using a software application
   

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  Identify the advantages and disadvantages of different operating systems
  
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  Describe the installation of hardware components
  
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  Install an operating system on a personal computer
  
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  Explain and use different troubleshooting tools and utility software
  
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  Analyze and compare desktop, notebook, tablet, PDA and other handheld
  

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  List different types of printers and demonstrate how to set up a printer
  
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  Demonstrate a basic understanding of networks
  
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  Show how to manage and support Windows security, registry and recovery
  
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  Demonstrate how to customize a PC for individual users
  
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  Explain how to work with computer support services
  

In addition to these objectives, students will do the following:

Given a supplemental assignment or an activity assignment, develop a technical report, using a computer, in one of the areas described in the items above.

1. 
   Use the library, Internet, nd other sources to collect supplemental information to write a technical report which includes an introduction, main body, summary.
   
2. 
   Develop a formal laboratory report including objectives, theory, procedures, equipment, schematics, calculated/measured data, and conclusion.
   

Given the specifications for a hardware project, students shall:

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   Work productively as a team, practicing project leadership, interpersonal skills, and conflict resolution.
   
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   Practice problem solving via the planning and organizing of the project
   
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   Obtain materials needed for the project and construct the unit
   
4. 
   Test the unit to project specifications and create necessary documentation
   
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   Assess the overall quality of the teamwork and of the project
   
6. 
   Demonstrate leadership
   
7. 
   Develop and deliver to his/her colleagues a 10 minute oral presentation
   

Listen and think critically, apply mathematical procedures and quantitative methods, logically troubleshoot electronic circuits and propose corrective measures.

3. 
   TOPICAL COURSE OUTLINE:
   

1. 
   Installing and using Windows XP
   

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  Features and Architecture
  

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  Installation
  
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  Usage
  
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  Installing hardware and software
  

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  Current and Legacy Operating Systems
  

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  Advantages and Disadvantages
  

3-4 Managing and Supporting Windows

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  Security
  
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  Registry
  
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  Troubleshooting the boot process
  
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  Maintenance and Troubleshooting Tools
  
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  Disaster Recovery
  

5 Introduction to user support

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  Resolving User Problems
  
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  Using Remote Assistant
  
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  Relationships within the IT Department
  
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  Resolution of issues related to Operating System customization
  
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  Customizing the Start Menu and Taskbar
  
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  Customizing Accessibility Settings
  
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  Customizing display fonts
  

6 Configuring User Related Issues

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  Configuring Access to Application on multi-user computers
  
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  Configuring the Operating System to support applications
  

7-8 Maintenance and Troubleshooting Fundamentals

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  POST
  
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  Error Codes
  
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  Scandisk
  
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  System Defragmenter
  
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  Preventative Maintenance (cleaning)
  
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  Backup and restoration of registry and files
  
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  RAID
  

9 Configuring and Troubleshooting Operating System Features

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  Resolving Issues Related to Operating System Features
  
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  Troubleshooting tools
  
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  System Restore
  

10. 
    Utility Software
    

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  Anti-virus
  
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  Spyware and Adware
  
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  Firewalls
  
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  Security
  

11–12 Notebooks, Tablets, PDAs and other Handheld Devices

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  Types
  
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  Setup
  
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  Print Sharing
  

14 Connecting PCs to Networks and the Internet (Brief Discussion)

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  Types
  
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  Ethernet
  
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  Wireless
  
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  Home Networking
  
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  Peer to Peer
  
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  Client-Server
  

15. 
    Home Technology Integration (Optional)
    

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  Audio
  
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  Video
  
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  Telephone
  
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  Cable
  
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  Home Automation
  
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  Surveillance
  

15. 
    Final exam and presentation
    

Course Delivery: Faculty are encouraged to use all available technologies and methodologies to create an active, student centered learning environment appropriate for the adult learner.

COURSE NAME:_____ET272 Digital Computer Systems (Verizon)_________________________________________________________

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