1. Mr. Batchelor HP IT Essentials I & Honors level II New Version 4.1

2. WHAT IS IT ALL ABOUT ? Computer Hardware & Software Background information & theory of operation Technology problem solving approach This program is a (student) thinking; instructor facilitated curriculum On-line learning Hands-on Lab activity learning approach Spring Competition Teams PPS Regional Cisco Academy APRIL/MAY Class Internship possibility for the Honors IT2 class

3. Chapters: 1. Introduction to the Personal Computer 2. Safe Lab Procedures and Tool Use 3. Computer Assembly—Step-by-Step 4. Basic Preventative Maintenance and Troubleshooting 5. Fundamental Operating Systems 6. Fundamental Laptops and Portable Devices 7. Fundamental Printers and Scanners 8. Fundamental Networks 9. Fundamental Security 10. Communication Skills 11. Advanced Personal Computers 12. Advanced Operating Systems 13. Advanced Laptops and Portable Devices 14. Advanced Printers and Scanners 15. Advanced Networks 16. Advanced Security Optional Chapters: 1. Physical Components of a Network 2. TCP/IP Networking 3. Overview of Network Services 4. Intro to Network Operating Systems 5. Linux Installation Procedures 6. Linux Administration 7. Installing and Maintaining Hw in Linux 8. Troubleshooting the Operating System 9. Network Security

4. COURSE DESCRIPTION See Cisco Systems web site: http://www.cisco.com/ web/ learning/netacad/index. html

5. Globally connected world; electronic communication; immediate information availability What direction are we going? The US economy: Movement away from manufacturing to service and information

6. Robotic/Microcontroller Basic Stamp, SumoBots, BoeBots & Robotic Solder Kits Lab Activities: Computer assembly & troubleshooting

7. CLASSROOM ROUTINE CHECK-IN let’s get started on time! Hall Pass Weekly schedule, see the Dashboard & Web Page LAB Safety Primary importance! Journal / Notebook CLEAN-UP, WRAP-UP & Storage of labs Sharing of the lab “Time is short, Make the most of it”

8. Honors Level Class… Turn in Honors Level quality work Meeting time deadlines There will be required homework Plan on additional outside of class preparation time; Minimum time set aside 30’ Lab and Technology reports Use and consult your computer assignment program regularly and Tech Ed Web Page Class study Journal/Notebook student expectations

9. Be Prepared Read the Assigned Chapters Keep organized Chapter Notes / notebook Keep up with the technical readings, worksheets, weekly reports & labs Focus on collaborating to accomplishing common goals; thinking and learning to think! HAVE FUN thinking, working and learning. Keys to Success in Class…

10. Industry successful study skills Read, Read, Read-- technical material is not easy… at first Be motivated… push yourself; learning to self-direct, plan ahead & time management Take an active role in the labs…that’s the fun part! Always keep an open mind to expand yourself. Read and do more… Learning and Technology never stops growing Tips for study and reading technical material

11. IT and Business Professional; Real world skills to be successful Proper dress and appearance Proper manner and protocol Communication; Listening and Speaking Troubleshooting and problem solving Collaboration and group dynamics Presentation skills; get you point across Confidence and trust Time management and dependability Customer service Business world ethics

12. HOW WILL I BE GRADED? Chapter tests 25% 25-30 questions. Lab completion 25% Skills based exam 25% Lab/Internship Participation Final exam & Participation 25% DAILY PARTICIPATION Attendance Work entire period Clean up / Wrap up Work to improve Your progress and score record will keep on the Cisco web site tests & Dashboard gradebook [Mt.L]

13. LAB REQUIREMENTS Assigned computers / work groups Stay on task / lab Consult dashboard / Jbatchelor’s web page / worksheet for details and information; tech_vol public drive Visit educational and school appropriate web sites dealing with the program Extend Respect and courtesy to others Computer Usage is a privilege see: student handbook for guidelines

14. Network Usage Policy

15. Eating and drinking outside of the lab please! (safety & health issue) School & Cisco appropriate project content Join in what is going on; PLEASE no headphone devices NO games on computer Basic Lab Rules

17. Get into the main stream ! http://ppscisco.pghboe.net/ IT Essentials Version 4.1 User Name: it1 Password: aplus196 [it2 ] netplus382

18. Technology Lab Safety Fire safety & emergency exits Electricity / Electronics proper respect & understanding Individual safety; dress, eye protection, attitude & behavior THINK before you act

19. HAVE A QUESTION?

20. Your next step, joining Cisco netacad Collaborative groups Internship project preparation activity Computer assignments Review previous semesters work See Mr Batchelor’s teacher web page…