⭐ 1. Basics of Computer Hardware

Subtopics:

• What is hardware?

• Types of hardware components

• Input/output devices

• Internal vs external peripherals

• Understanding motherboard layout

⭐ 2. Computer Components & Their Functions

Subtopics:

• CPU (types, speed, architecture)

• RAM (DDR types, capacity, frequency)

• Hard drives (HDD/SSD/NVMe)

• SMPS (power supply units)

• BIOS/UEFI configuration

• Graphics cards & expansion cards

⭐ 3. Assembling a Computer

Subtopics:

• Safety precautions

• Installing CPU, RAM, storage drives

• Connecting power cables

• Mounting motherboard

• Booting for the first time

• Troubleshooting POST errors

⭐ 4. Installing Operating Systems

Subtopics:

• Windows installation

• Linux installation

• Disk partitioning

• Drivers installation

• BIOS boot order settings

• Updating OS

⭐ 5. Software Installation & Troubleshooting

Subtopics:

• Utility software

• Antivirus installation

• Removing malware

• Managing startup programs

• System restore

• Registry cleanup

⭐ 6. Fundamentals of Networking

Subtopics:

• What is a network?

• Types: LAN, WAN, MAN

• Network devices (Hub, Switch, Router, Bridge)

• Topologies: Bus, Star, Ring

⭐ 7. IP Addressing & Network Configuration

Subtopics:

• IPv4 & IPv6

• Subnetting basics

• DHCP vs static IP

• DNS configuration

• Default gateway

• MAC addresses

⭐ 8. Cabling & Crimping

Subtopics:

• Types of cables (Cat5e, Cat6)

• Straight vs crossover cable

• Crimping RJ45 connector

• Cable testing tools

• Patch panels

⭐ 9. Wi-Fi Configuration & Security

Subtopics:

• Router setup

• Wireless standards (802.11a/b/g/n/ac)

• Creating SSID

• Setting passwords

• Firewall basics

• Port forwarding

⭐ 10. Troubleshooting Hardware & Network Issues

Subtopics:

• No display

• System overheating

• No boot issues

• Slow network

• IP conflict

• Packet loss issue

🎓 Certificate Upon Course Completion – “Hardware & Networking”