ICT11 Course Outline

Introduction to CSS
This is the prerequisite module for Computer Systems Servicing NC II.
Make sure to take this module before proceeding to other modules for CSS. This module will teach you
the fundamentals and basics of the computer system before you proceed to the actual and hands-on
computer servicing.

UNIT 1: Exploring the Electronics Industry

LESSON 1: CSS in the Electronics Industry
LESSON 2: OHS Policies and Procedures
LESSON 3: Applying Quality Standards

UNIT 2: Understanding Basic Computer Concepts

LESSON 1: Understanding the Computer
LESSON 2: Basic Hardware Components of Computer Systems
LESSON 3: Hand Tools and Equipment

Installing and Configuring Computer Systems

This module will be all about installing and configuring computer hardware and software.
This is the second module for CSS, so make sure you've taken the Intro to CSS course before proceeding
here. You will learn how to disassemble and assemble a computer, as well as install the operating
system and necessary program applications.

UNIT 1: Performing Computer Hardware Services

LESSON 1: Disassembling a Computer
LESSON 2: Assembling a Computer
LESSON 3: Installing I/O Devices

UNIT 2: Performing Computer Software Services

LESSON 1: Configuring the BIOS
LESSON 2: Installing Operating Systems
LESSON 3: Installing Device Drivers
LESSON 4: Installing Software
LESSON 5: Conducting Tests

Setting Up Computer Networks

This module will be all about setting up computer networks!
This is the third module for CSS, it is important that you've completed taking Intro to CSS and Installing
and Configuring Computer Systems. This module will teach you how to create network cables and
configure the network. You will learn how to configure the router and terminate and connect cables for
a workstation.
UNIT 1: Setting Network Configuration
LESSON 1: Understanding Network Devices
LESSON 2: Creating Network Cables
LESSON 3: Configuring the Network

UNIT 2: Setting Router and Wireless Configuration

LESSON 1: Configuring the Wireless Network
LESSON 2: Securing the Network
LESSON 3: Inspect and Test Networks
ICT12 Course Outline

Review Setting Up Computer Networks

This module will be all about setting up computer networks!
This is the third module for CSS, it is important that you've completed taking Intro to CSS and Installing
and Configuring Computer Systems. This module will teach you how to create network cables and
configure the network. You will learn how to configure the router and terminate and connect cables for
a workstation.
UNIT 1: Setting Network Configuration
LESSON 1: Understanding Network Devices
LESSON 2: Creating Network Cables
LESSON 3: Configuring the Network

UNIT 2: Setting Router and Wireless Configuration

LESSON 1: Configuring the Wireless Network
LESSON 2: Securing the Network
LESSON 3: Inspect and Test Networks

Setting Up Computer Servers

This module will be all about setting up computer servers.
This is the fourth module for CSS, it is important that you've completed taking Intro to CSS and Installing
and Configuring Computer Systems. This module will teach you how to set up computer servers. This
includes setting up user access, configuring network services, and performing testing and
documentation procedures.
UNIT 1: Set-up User Access
LESSON 1: Understanding the "Server" and "Client"
LESSON 2: Creating User Folder
LESSON 3: Configure User Access

UNIT 2: Configure Network Services

LESSON 1: Checking Normal Functions
LESSON 2: Installing Modules and Add-ons
LESSON 3: Performing Network Services

Maintaining Computer Systems and Networks

This module will be all about maintaining computer systems and networks.
This is the last module for CSS, it is recommended that you've completed all of the previous modules.
However, it is only necessary to take Intro to CSS, Installing and Configuring Computer Systems, and
Setting Up Computer Networks for this module. This module will teach you how to plan and prepare for
maintenance of computer systems and networks and inspect and test configured and repaired computer
systems and networks.
UNIT 1: Planning and Preparing to Maintain Computer Systems and Networks
LESSON 1: Planning and Preparing for Maintenance
LESSON 2: Maintaining Computer Systems and Networks

UNIT 2: Troubleshooting Computer Systems and Networks

LESSON 1: Diagnosing Faults
LESSON 2: Correcting Defects
LESSON 3: Inspecting and Testing Computer Systems and Networks