CPMT 1311
Introduction to Computer Maintenance
Instructor: Pat Clune
Phone – 298-8464
Office – WTC 506
E-mail: pmclune@templejc.edu
Class hours:
- Monday, Wednesday 11:00 AM – 12:15 PM
- 16 weeks
Lab Hours: (Lab is mandatory)
- Monday 1 – 3 PM
Textbook:
A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting,
FourthEdition. Andrews
Other materials:
- Scantron Answer Sheet B
- PC Repair kit
- Floppy disks (5)
Course Overview:
A study of the information for the assembly of a microcomputer system.
Emphasis on the evolution of microprocessors and microprocessor bus
structures.
Course topics will include (but not be limited to):
- Hardware Needs Software to Work
- PC Repair Fundamentals
- Form Factors and Power Supplies
- Processors and Chipsets
- Motherboards
-Upgrading
-Hard Drives
- Installing and Supporting I/O Devices
- Multimedia Devices and Mass Storage
- PCs on a Network
- Notebooks, Tablet PCs and PDAs
- Supporting Printers and Scanners
Attendance:
Prompt and regular attendance is expected of each student. The attendance
policy, as stated in the TC Student Handbook, will be followed. In the event of an
absence, your instructor should be notified. The student will be responsible for
any material covered and assignments in their absence.
- Missing two or more classes constitutes unacceptable absences and
may result in your being involuntarily dropped from the class. The
instructor will have the final judgment.
- Tardiness is not acceptable. You are expected to be on time for the
class. Occasionally, unforeseen things occur which may cause a
problem, but repeated tardiness is not allowed. Being 10 minutes or
more late to class will be considered the same as missing one-half of a
class.
- 10 points will be deducted if you miss your presentations.
Grades:
A = 90—100
B = 80—90
C = 70—80
D = 60—69
F = <60
Course grade will include:
Homework
Section Exams
Lab
Project
15 %
40 %
30 %
15 %
Research Project:
Communication skills, both oral and written, are a widely recognized issue in the
field of information technology. Many proficient technicians have limited skills in
communicating with coworkers and end users. Our goal is to address these
issues by having each student provide a written research paper, and an oral
presentation in class.
Make-ups:
You are expected to take the exams on the schedule date. However, section
exams can be made up, but with a penalty: within one week, 10 points will be
deducted from your exam grade. After one week, an additional 15 points will be
subtracted for a total of 25 points. No make-up will be allowed after the end of the
second week.
There will be no make-up for homework, lab, or research papers/presentations. No
excuses.
Homework:
All homework is due on time. No late turn-in allowed.
Classroom Etiquette:
Pagers, cell phones, and iPods or other MP3 type devices or other electronic
equipment will be turned off or set to vibrate during class. Please show courtesy
to the class by restricting conversation to in-class topics, and raise your hand to
gain attention when asking a question or raising a point of discussion.
Class conduct:
Disruptive behavior will not be tolerated. Depending on the situation the student
may be warned once about their negative behavior. Continued disruptive
behavior may result in the student being asked to leave the class. Once
removed, the only way to return to class is with a public apology in front of the
rest of the class. See the Student Handbook for a more detailed discussion of
disruptive behavior.
Scholastic Integrity:
Scholastic integrity will be expected of students at all times. Please refer to the
section on scholastic integrity in the TC Student Handbook. Your work must be
your own, not shared with or copied from other students. If you cheat, you will be
dropped with an F.
Class withdrawal:
If you are unable to complete the course, you must officially drop the course. Go
to the Registration Office and fill out a drop form. You will be withdrawn and
receive a W on your transcript. If you do not officially withdraw from the class and
do not complete the course, you will receive an F as your final grade.