Computer Hardware - OCNW Level 2

Computer Hardware - OCNW Level 2

Course ID:
PC87940

Academy:
Manufacturing

Introduction:
This Intermediate Level course will help you master the basics of understanding, repairing and installing PC components. It provides an introduction to the inside workings of a PC system and by the end of the course, you should be able to build and configure a PC system from scratch. Successful completion of this course will provide you with an OCNW (Open College of the North West) Level 2 `A Unit` Certificate in Personal Computer Hardware.

Study Mode & Location:
This 16 week part-time evening course will last for three hours per week. It will be held at Preston College, Fulwood Campus, St Vincent`s Road, Preston, PR2 8UR.

Course Content:
During this practical course you look at:

• Health & Safety.
• PC Component & Connections.
• Motherboards.
• Memory.
• BIOS & CMOS.
• Hard Disk Drives.
• CD-Roms.
• Soundcards.
• Mice & Keyboards.
• Printers.
• Video Cards & Monitors.
• Scanners.
• Modems.
• Building a PC.
• System Optimisation & Fault Finding.

Assessment:
You will be assessed via an assignment (set by the course tutor) and a collection of job record sheets.

Careers & Progression Opportunities:
Successful completion of this course allows progression to a Computer Maintenance Level 2 course. From there you may progress to:

Cisco CCNA Level 3.

HNC/HND or a Foundation Degree.

How To Apply
You will need to have an informal interview with a Adult Admissions Adviser.
Many courses have limited places so please enquire as soon as possible. Following interview, the earliest you may enrol is mid-June.

Money Matters
Depending upon your circumstances, you may be able to study for FREE or at a reduced price.

Help, Advice & Further Information
If you know of someone who would like to study a course at Preston College but their first language is not English, please contact the Advice Centre on their behalf to discuss the options available.

Opening Hours:
Mon-Thur 9am-7.30pm (9am-5pm during College holidays)
Fri 9.30am-4.30pm

The information contained in this leaflet was correct at the time of production. Preston College however, reserves the right to alter or amend the details contained in this leaflet. This course will run subject to sufficient student numbers.