ITEC 1610 - IT Essentials

Academic Division:

Business, Industry and Technology

Academic Discipline:

Information Technology

Assistant Dean: Vincent Palombo PhD

3 Credit(s)
This course covers the fundamentals of computer hardware and software as well as more advanced concepts such as security, networking, and the responsibilities of an information and communications technology (ICT)professional. The curriculum helps students prepare for entry-level ICT career opportunities and the CompTIA A+ certification. CTAG# CTIT014 UG

2 Lab Hour(s)

2 Lecture Hour(s);

College Wide Outcomes

College-Wide Learning Outcomes	Assessments - - How it is met & When it is met
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Quantitative Literacy

Student Learning Outcomes for Course

Outcomes	Assessments – How it is met & When it is met
1. Describe how to protect people, equipment, and the environment from accidents, damage, and contamination.	Week 1 tests, labs, midterm/final exam weeks 8 and 16.
2. Define information technology (IT) and describe the components of a personal computer.	Weeks 3-5 tests, labs, midterm/final exam weeks 8 and 16.
3. Upgrade or replace computer components based on customer needs.	Weeks 3-5 tests, labs, midterm/final exam weeks 8 and 16.
4. Configure computers to connect to a network.	Week 6 tests, labs, midterm/final exam weeks 8 and 16.
5. Demonstrate how to install and use a computer operating system.	Weeks 9-11 tests, labs, final exam week 16.
6. Implement basic hardware and software security principles.	Week 12 tests, labs, final exam week 16.
7. Perform preventive maintenance and advanced troubleshooting.	Week 13 tests, labs, final exam week16.
8. Assess customer needs, analyze possible configurations, and provide recommendations for hardware, operating systems, networking, and security.	Weeks 14-15 tests, labs, final exam week 16.

Standard Grading Scale
93-100 A

90 - 92 A-

87- 89 B+

83 - 86 B

80 -82 B-

77- 79 C+

73 - 76 C

70 -72 C-

67- 69 D+

63 - 66 D

60 -62 D-

00- 59 F

Statement on Diversity
North Central State College believes that every student is a valued and equal member of the community.* Every student brings different experiences to the College, and all are important in enriching academic life and developing greater understanding and appreciation of one another. Therefore, NC State College creates an inclusive culture in which students feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Discrimination and prejudice have no place on the campus, and the College takes any complaint in this regard seriously. Students encountering aspects of the instruction that result in barriers to their sense of being included and respected should contact the instructor, assistant dean, or dean without fear of reprisal.

*Inclusive of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, national origin (ancestry), military status (past, present or future), disability, age (40 years or older), status as a parent during pregnancy and immediately after the birth of a child, status as a parent of a young child, status as a foster parent, genetic information, or sexual orientation,

Standard NCSC Course Policies
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