MASTER SYLLABUS
2014-2015
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Academic Division: Business, Industry, and Technology
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Department: Technology
Discipline: Information Technology - Networking
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Course Number and Title: ITEC2701 – Certification Preparation for A+
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Course Coordinator: Jesse Payne
Assistant Dean: Lynn Jones
Instructor Information:
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 Office Location:
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 Phone Number:
 E-Mail Address
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Credit Hours: 1
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Prerequisites: ITEC1610 (minimum grade of C- required)
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Syllabus Effective Date:
Fall 2012
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Textbook(s) Title:
PC Pro (2012)
 Author: TestOut
 Copyright Year: 2012
 ISBN: 9781935080428
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Course Description: Prepares the student to take the CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-801; and
CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-802.
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Core Learning Outcomes
Core Learning Objectives
Communication – Written
Communication – Speech
Intercultural Knowledge and Competence
Critical Thinking
Information Literacy
Computation
Assessments - How it is met & When it is
met. All assignments are graded.
Learning test taking strategy, demonstrated by
passing the certification exams or final exam.
Validate learning of PC Windows operating
system and repair knowledge and skills;
demonstrated by passing the certification exams
or final exam.
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Course Outcomes and Assessment Methods:
Upon successful completion of this course, the student shall:
Outcome
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Course Topical Outline:
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Demonstrate the knowledge and skills
necessary to pass CompTIA exams 220801 and 220-802.
Assessments – How it is met & When it is met. All
assignments are graded.
Passing the certification exams or final exam, taken
during the semester.
Test taking skills
Study skills
What to expect on the exams
Practice questions
Course Assignment:
Practice exams
CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-801
CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-802
Final Exam
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Recommended Course Grading Scale:
100-95
94-92
91-89
88-86
85-83
82-80
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AB+
B
BC+
79-77
76-74
73-71
70-68
67-65
64-Below
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CD+
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