• Demonstrate an understanding of operating systems fundamentals.
• Recognize desktop and laptop hardware components and devices.
• Identify commonly used interfaces and peripherals.
• Describe workstation setup practices, operating system settings, and good troubleshooting practices.

Module 1: Computing Fundamentals and Operating Systems

• Introduction to Computer Fundamentals
• An Introduction to Operating systems
• Features and Functions of an Operating system Part 1, Part 2
• Common Computing Devices and Platforms
• Activity: Operating System Terminology

Module 2: Hardware and Components

• Identifying Hardware Components and Peripherals
• Printers and Scanners
• Optical Drives and External Storage

Module 3: Interfaces, Peripherals, and Connectors

• Identifying Ports and Connectors
• Identifying Graphic Devices
• Identifying Audio Connectors
• Wired and Wireless Connections
• Peripheral and Printer Connections
• Installation Types
• Activity: Identifying Devices and Connectors

Module 4: Internal Computer Components

• Internal Computer Components
• Data Processing and Storage
• Internal Storage
• Display Cards and Sound Cards
• Network Interface Cards
• Cooling Fans
• Activity: Identifying Internal Computer Components

Module 5: Workstation Evaluation, Setup, and Troubleshooting

• Workstation Evaluation and Setup
• Windows Operating System Configuration Part 1, Part 2
• Activity: Setting Up Workstations and Changing Settings
• Managing File and Folders
• Activity: Navigating Files and Folders
• Screen Capture and Tools
• Introduction to Troubleshooting
• Introduction to Business Continuity Principles

Module 6: Final Quiz and Hands-on Exercise: Linux Terminal