Unit I:
Brief history of computer on the basis Hardware. Computer system modules/ components and its operations, need of hardware and software for computer to work, different hardware components within a computer and connected to a computer as peripheral devices, different processors used for personal computers and notebook computers. [CO1]
Unit II:
Perform installation, configuration, and upgrading of microcomputer/ computer: Hardware and software requirement, Assemble/setup microcomputer/ computer systems, accessory boards, types of motherboards, selection of right motherboard, Installation replacement of motherboard, troubleshooting problems with memory. [CO2]
Unit III:
Install/connect associated peripherals: Working of printers and scanners, Installation of printers and scanners, sharing a printer over a local area network, troubleshooting printer and scanner problems, troubleshooting hard drive problems. Drivers: Meaning, role and types.[CO3 ]
Unit IV:
Diagnose and troubleshooting of microcomputer/ computer systems hardware & software and other peripheral equipment: Approaches to solve a PC problem, troubleshooting a failed boot before the OS is loaded, different approaches to installing and supporting I/O device, managing faulty components. Booting and its types. [CO4][CO5]