| Course assessment |
| Pre-assessment |
Introducing the PC |
| Defining the PC |
| How PCs work |
| Using PCs to communicate |
| Module 1 Test |
Hardware |
| The motherboard |
| Storing data |
| Common input and output devices |
| Specialized input and output devices |
| Communication devices |
| Exercise: Naming hardware components |
| Recognizing hardware problems |
| Module 2 Test |
Using your computer |
| Types of application software |
| Getting acquainted with Windows XP |
| Exercise: Identifying screen elements |
| Working with files |
| The operating system |
| System settings and maintenance |
| Module 3 Test |
Purchasing a computer system |
| Choosing your computer system |
| Considering hardware and software |
| Pricing, warranties, and agreements |
| Module 4 Test |
Course assessment |
| Post-assessment |