<p> CT12 - COMPUTER TECHNOLOGY 12</p><p>Introduction to Computer Hardware</p><p>Summer 2014 Sec. 0261</p><p>Syllabus</p><p>Instructor: M. Yazdanian Lecture and Lab: 10:20 am - 03:05 pm M. T. W. Th. FH – B23</p><p>Office: FH – B03 Office Hours: by appointment </p><p>Tel.: (323) 953-4000 Ext. 2671 e-mail: [email protected] Web Site: http://faculty.lacitycollege.edu/yazdanm</p><p>Textbook: CopmTIA A+ Certification All-In-One Exam Guide, 8th Edition By Mike Meyers – Mc Graw Hill ISBN-13: 9780071795128</p><p>Grading Policy</p><p>I) Lab 40% II) Quizzes 40% III) Final Exam 20% Taking the final exam is mandatory towards earning a passing Grade, even if you have earned higher scores in the other 2 parts.</p><p>Computer Technology 12: The first course on the basics of computer hardware and operation to prepare students for CompTIA A+ certification exam. Includes technology of hardware components: microprocessors, RAM, BIOS/CMOS, expansion bus, motherboard, power supply, HDD, FDD, CD, DVD, video, and sound, and how these form a working system, maintenance and simple troubleshooting.</p><p>Student Learning Outcomes: The student will diagnose problems in personal computer hardware systems and design solutions as an entry level PC-technician without a one-on-one supervision, using the informations gained through the component manuals and manufacturer web sites.</p><p>Schedule of the Lectures and Quizzes (The schedule may be changed at the instructor’s discretion.) </p><p>6/16-6/19/14 Ch. 1: The path of the PC tech Ch. 2: Operational Procedures Ch. 3: The Visible PC Ch. 6: Microprocessors </p><p>6/23-6/26/14 Ch. 6 Continued, Quiz 1 Ch. 7: RAM Ch. 8: BIOS </p><p>6/30-7/3/14 Ch. 9: Motherboards, Quiz 2 Ch. 10: Power Supplies </p><p>7/7-7/10/14 Ch. 11: Hard Drive Technologies Ch. 12: Implementing Hard Drives </p><p>7/14-7/17/14 Ch. 13: Removable Media Ch. 20: Input Devices, Quiz 3 Ch. 21: Video </p><p>7/21-7/23/14 Ch. 25: Multimedia Ch. 28: Printers Ch. 32: The Complete PC Tech </p><p>Final Exam Thursday, 07/24/2013 10:20 am</p><p>Laboratory </p><p>The lab exercises will be provided by the instructor. They will help you to practice computer service and troubleshooting thru a hands-on approach and to gain test taking skills and to prepare for “A+ Certification Exam”.</p><p> Makeup for the quizzes possible only in emergency cases and by arrangement with the instructor prior to the quiz or ASAP thereafter.  No makeup for the labs.  Using cell phones during the class sessions is not allowed. The cell phones are to be turned off or switched to vibration.  NO Food, No Beverages allowed in the classroom.</p><p>* The deadline to drop without a “W” is Sunday, June 22nd for Summer 2014. If you must drop a course, drop before the specified deadline for dropping a class without a grade of "W." Dropping after Week 1 will result in a “W” on your transcript. Effective since July 1, 2012 students now have just 3 attempts to pass a class. If a student gets a "W" or grade of "D", "F", “I”, or "NP" in a class, that will count as an attempt. A student’s past record of course attempts district wide will also be considered. Therefore, before the end of Week 1 you should carefully consider if you can reasonably manage this course with the other factors in your life (e.g. work, family, course load). If you think you will not be able to complete this course with a C or better, drop by Sunday, June 22nd. If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to talk to me. You may also see a counselor in the Counseling Center in AD 108. </p><p>* If you need help paying for books and other college expenses, call the Financial Aid Office at (323) 953-4000 extension 2010, see them at Student Services Village room 117. or visit http://www.lacitycollege.edu/stusvcs/finaid/ </p><p>* Any student who feels she/he may need an academic accommodation based on the impact of a disability should contact the Office of Special Services (DSPS) at 323-953-4000, ext. 2270 or visit their office in room SSV-100. </p><p>* District Academic Dishonesty Policy: 9803.28 Academic Dishonesty. Violations of Academic Integrity include, but are not limited to, the following actions: cheating on an exam, plagiarism, working together on an assignment, paper or project when the instructor has specifically stated students should not do so, submitting the same term paper to more than one instructor, or allowing another individual to assume one’s identity for the purpose of enhancing one’s grade.</p>