Introduction to Computer Hardware and Software

Course Taught With: Windows 11 Software and Courseware

Target Audience

This course is designed for end users who are familiar with computers and who need to use the features and functionality of the Windows 11 operating system.

Knowledge Prerequisites

To ensure your success in this course, you should have some experience using a personal computer, desktop apps, and the Internet.

Who Should Attend?

This course is intended to help all novice computer users get up to speed quickly and, will also help more experienced users who have little to no experience with Microsoft Word in general.

Course Outline

Introduction
What is a Computer?
Learn what a computer is and how it functions.

Hardware Basics
Basic Parts of a Computer
Learn the basic parts of a computer, including the monitor, computer case, and keyboard
Buttons and Ports on a Computer
Learn the various ports and buttons on a computer
Inside a Computer
Learn what’s inside a computer
Laptop Computers
Learn more about laptop computers and how they differ from traditional desktop computers
Mobile Devices
Learn how mobile devices work

Software Basics
Understanding Operating Systems
Get a better understanding of operating systems and how they function
Understanding Applications
Better understand applications and how they work

Using a Computer
Setting Up a Computer
Learn know how to set up a computer
Getting Started with Your First Computer
Get started with your first computer
Getting to Know the OS
Get to know your computer’s operating system

Using the Internet
Connecting to the Internet
Learn how to get online and start using the Internet
Getting Started with the Internet
Learn how to get started with and navigate the Internet
Understanding the Cloud
Gain a greater understanding of the cloud and how it works