Cisco Networking Academy

Short-term courses in IT Essentials

(PC hardware and software)

Objectives After the completion of the courses, trainees will be able to:

Identify the components of PC machine.

Describe the best safety practices in using computers and their devices.

Perform a step-by-step assembly of desktop computers.

Install Operating Systems and perform preventive maintenance.

Carry out troubleshooting to identify problems in PCs, Laptops, Printers, etc.

Upgrade and/or replace defected components of ICT devices.

Configure computers for optimized performances.

Implement basic physical and software security principles.

Assess customer needs, analyze possible configurations, and provide solutions in hardware, software, networking, and security.

Develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills in ICT.

Admission The Short-Term Courses in IT Essentials is prepared to address the needs of: individuals involved in small business activities; organizations looking for optimized use of computers and related devices and tools; ICT experts and technicians; and individuals aspiring to build careers in ICT. Therefore, the Courses are open to anybody seeking short, but comprehensive training in PC hardware and software.

Assessment & Evaluation The assessment and evaluation schemes employed in the Courses will ensure that trainees have satisfactorily grasped the theoretical concepts and principles and exhibited practical skills. Exams are prepared by the Global Cisco Networking Academy, centered in the United States of America. Theoretical exams are given online.

Certification Trainees who successfully complete the Courses in our Cisco Networking Academy, described as Local Cisco Networking Academy, will be awarded with an official certificate of successful completion. Successful trainees shall be legible to sit for the International Cisco Networking Certification exam, with a considerable discount.

Cisco Networking Academy

Short-term courses in IT Essentials

(PC hardware and software)

Objectives After the completion of the courses, trainees will be able to:

· Identify the components of PC machine.

· Describe the best safety practices in using computers and their devices.

· Perform a step-by-step assembly of desktop computers.

· Install Operating Systems and perform preventive maintenance.

· Carry out troubleshooting to identify problems in PCs, Laptops, Printers, etc.

· Upgrade and/or replace defected components of ICT devices.

· Configure computers for optimized performances.

· Implement basic physical and software security principles.

· Assess customer needs, analyze possible configurations, and provide solutions in hardware, software, networking, and security.

· Develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills in ICT.

Admission The Short-Term Courses in IT Essentials is prepared to address the needs of: individuals involved in small business activities; organizations looking for optimized use of computers and related devices and tools; ICT experts and technicians; and individuals aspiring to build careers in ICT. Therefore, the Courses are open to anybody seeking short, but comprehensive training in PC hardware and software.

Assessment & Evaluation The assessment and evaluation schemes employed in the Courses will ensure that trainees have satisfactorily grasped the theoretical concepts and principles and exhibited practical skills. Exams are prepared by the Global Cisco Networking Academy, centered in the United States of America. Theoretical exams are given online.

Certification Trainees who successfully complete the Courses in our Cisco Networking Academy, described as Local Cisco Networking Academy, will be awarded with an official certificate of successful completion. Successful trainees shall be legible to sit for the International Cisco Networking Certification exam, with a considerable discount.