Install and Configure Computer Systems

Core Comptency 1 is the first competency that a student must learn. It includes essensial skills required in Computer Systems Servicing under Information and Communication Technology. Installation and configuration plays an important role that ensures computers are set up correctly. This gives learner hands-on experience,, a practical training and equipping them with the knowledge and technical skills needed to effectively set up and maintain computer systems.

Using tools like Rufus and Power ISO, students learned how to create bootable flash drive which is crucial step in performing clean installations of operating system. Students are required to install Windows 10 and Windows Server 2012 R2, two operating systems that are commonly used both in personal computing and enterprise server management.

To enhance their technical skills even more, students took apart and reassembled desktop computers. This helped students understand the physical components of a computer, understand what each part does, and learn how to handle them correctly. Getting familiar with hardware troubleshooting and upgrading computer systems.

Core Competency 1 also covered system configuration, including changing of the computer name, which is essential for managing devices on a local area network (LAN). Students also explored advanced sharing settings and Windows Firewall configuration, which includes managing file and printer sharing, network discovery, and keeping the system safe from unauthorized access.

Finally, the training included configuring services.msc, where learners managed essential background services in the Windows operating system. Knowing how to start, stop, or adjust the startup type of various services empowers future ICT professionals to optimize system performance and tackle service-related issues.