CISCO IT Essentials (CPSD401)

CISCO IT Essentials (CPSD401)

The IT Essentials (CPSD401) course introduces students to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, mobile devices, security and networking concepts, and the responsibilities of an IT professional. 

Overview

The IT Essentials (CPSD401) course introduces students to the fundamentals of computer hardware and software, mobile devices, security and networking concepts, and the responsibilities of an IT professional. The latest release includes mobile devices, Linux, and client side virtualisation, as well as expanded information about Microsoft Windows operating systems, security, networking, and troubleshooting.

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

  • Describe the internal components of a computer and assemble a computer system.
  • Install and understand operating systems on computers and mobile devices.
  • Connect to the Internet and share resources in a networked environment.
  • Troubleshoot using system tools and diagnostic software.