This program is designed to equip students with practical skills and knowledge for diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing computer systems. The curriculum covers topics such as hardware and software installation, computer network setup, system maintenance, and technical support.
Power Issues: Ensure the system is properly powered by checking cables, power supplies, and power buttons.
RAM Check: Test for faulty memory using built-in diagnostics or third-party tools.
Hard Drive Health: Use disk health tools (like CHKDSK or third-party utilities) to check for bad sectors or drive failure.
Peripheral Check: Ensure that external devices (keyboard, mouse, printer) are properly connected and functioning.
Operating System Issues: Address system crashes, slowdowns, or boot problems by checking for software conflicts, corrupted system files, or outdated drivers.
Virus/Malware Scan: Run antivirus or anti-malware programs to identify and remove harmful software.
Update Drivers: Ensure all device drivers (graphics, network, etc.) are up to date to avoid compatibility issues.
Clear Cache and Temporary Files: Free up disk space and speed up the system by deleting unnecessary files.
Task Manager: Identify resource-heavy processes or applications causing slow performance and close or uninstall them.
Internet Connectivity: Check for network issues by testing the connection, resetting the router, or checking for IP conflicts.
Driver and Configuration: Ensure network drivers and configurations (IP settings, DNS, etc.) are correct.