Course Title: PC Maintenance

Duration: 5 Weeks (1 session of 3 hours per week)

Next Available Dates: Starting every 6 weeks

Overview:

This course is designed for home computer users. A practical hand on course where you will take a computer apart, understand the components that make up a computer, how to upgrade your computer, what to buy, where to buy parts at the best prices. How to install/upgrade your operating system, take control of your computer and maximise its performance. Best practice in avoiding Viruses, Spyware etc. 

Course Topics:

Module 1: Introduction to Computers

Module 2: How your Computer Works

Module 3: Hardware Components

Module 4: Software Programs and Applications

Module 5: Operating Systems

Module 6: System Maintenance and Upgrading

Module 7: Optimising the Performance of your PC

Module 8: Installing and Removing Programs & Devices

Module 9: Taking Control of Your PC 

Module 10: Viruses, Spyware, Adware, detection & deletion

Every student gets to take apart a computer, upgrade it, add printers, scanners, hard drives, build a computer, and find where to get the best prices on computers, and computer parts in Ireland. This is a hands-on course with lots of guidance, help and advice.