The Certified Hardware Technician Course kick starts an individual's career in the IT field by providing foundational knowledge needed to install, configure, and support computer hardware systems which includes assembling components based on customer requirements; installing, configuring and maintaining devices, PCs, and servers. CHT also provides and understanding of fundamentals in networking and security/forensics; properly and safely diagnosing, resolving, and documenting common issues; as well as applying troubleshooting skills.
Learning Objectives
COURSE DETAILS:
Module 1: Troubleshooting
Module 2: Motherboards and CPUs
Module 3: Power Supplies
Module 4: Memory
Module 5: Computer Expansion
Module 6: Physical Storage
Module 7: Input-Output Devices
Module 8: Display Devices
Module 9: Network Cables and Connectors
Module 10: Printers and Multifunction Print Devices
Module 11: TCP/IP and Transport Protocols
Module 12: Custom Computers
Module 13: Operational Procedures
Framework Connections
The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):
Specialty Areas
- Network Services
- Systems Architecture
- Systems Requirements Planning
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