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GLA_U CISCO IT Essentials V7.0 Computer Hardware and Software
B01022

CISCO IT Essentials covers fundamental computer and career skills for
entry-level IT jobs. Students apply skills and procedures to install, configure, and troubleshoot computers, mobile devices, and software. For students seeking career-oriented, entry-level hardware and software skills to prepare for technical support roles, this course aligns with the CompTIA A+ certification. This course also serves as a foundation for CCNA-level courses.

Course Content

We will cover:

1. Introduction to Personal Computer Hardware
2. PC Assembly
3. Advanced Computer Hardware
4. Preventive Maintenance and Troubleshooting
5. Networking Concepts
6. Applied Networking
7. Laptops and other Mobile Devices
8. Printers
9. Virtualization and Cloud Computing
10. Windows Installation
11. Windows Configuration
12. Mobile, Linux, and OS X Operating Systems
13. Security
14. The IT Professional

For more information about the Cisco IT essentials curriculum and value of this qualification

Version 7.0 of the curriculum has refreshed content and includes subjects such as
USB-C specifications
Synchronization with cars
SSO for mobile environment
Managed and unmanaged switches
Cloud-based network controllers
IoT device installation and configuration
RFID, Zigbee, Z-wave, 3G, 4G, 5G, and LTE
IPv6 link-local addresses
DHCP reservations
Wireless Mesh Networks (WMN)
QR scanners, VR headsets, and signature pads
3D printers and plastic filament
Off-site email applications
Cloud file storage services
Virtual application streaming/cloud-based
applications
Virtual desktop
Virtual NIC
Windows 10 (7, 8, and 8.1 remain)
Chrome OS
HFS and swap partition
Control panels
Credential Manager and Sync Center
Active Directory Security guard
Server locks, and USB locks
MDM policies, port security, and certificates
RADIUS and TACACS
DoS, DDoS, and Rainbow table
Change management best practices
Disaster prevention and recovery
Scripting basics
Remote access technologies

Entry Requirements

To be eligible for this course you must be 19 or over on 31st August prior to the course start date.

This course is at level 2 . It requires you to have English and Maths at least at Level 1. There are no other pre- requisites.

First Class Requirements

Pen, paper and USB memory stick

Attendance Requirements

All absences need to be reported, as this is a vendor qualification course. If you are aware of any commitments that will cause you to be absent please let the Tutor know as soon as possible

Assessment Methods

Learners will be assessed formally through chapter tests, hands on skills exams and a final theory exam. One completion of the course the college can grant the CISCO IT essentials certificate, you can elect to take the external examination -Comptia A+ at a Vue testing centre.

Further Study Options

Further courses at the CISCO Academy

CISCO CCNA v7
CISCO Certified Cyber Ops Associate

To have a detailed discussion about your progression options either discuss with your course tutor or contact iag@racc.ac.uk

Additional Information

If you require further course information or advice & guidance that is not answered in this outline, please email bit@racc.ac.uk

You can also make an appointment for further information or tutor approval on our Information Days: Info Days

If you would like general information about the college, for example, fees & finance, funding, term dates or opening times please email info@racc.ac.uk or drop in to our main reception area at either site.