Monday: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Tuesday: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Wednesday: 2:30 - 3:30 pm
Thursday: 4:30 - 5:30 pm
Please contact me to via email at jamelius@actx.edu so we can set up a time for an online Zoom appointment.
If you have a disability (learning, mental, physical) that affects your ability to participate effectively and have access to any program or service at Amarillo College please contact Disability Services at (806) 345-5639 . Our offices are located in the Student Service Center office 112. More information may be found at www.actx.edu/disability.
Disability Services facilitates access to all programs and services according to the ADA, Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, as well as other federal and state laws.
Amarillo College is committed to providing equal access to all programs and services, including all working, learning, and service environments that affect equal access for persons with disabilities. This commitment to provide equal access and opportunity for persons with disabilities is in compliance with federal and state law. Amarillo College also strives to provide Electronic and Information Resources (EIR) that are accessible to all authorized users.
If you find you are unable to access material in an accessible format please contact the Disability Services Office at (806) 345-5639 . This office will work in conjunction with other campus resources to address and accommodate your issue in a timely manner.
As a student you may experience a range of issues that can cause barriers to learning, such as strained relationships, increased anxiety, alcohol/drug problems, feeling down, difficulty concentrating and/or lack of motivation. These mental health concerns or stressful events may lead to diminished academic performance or reduce a student's ability to participate in daily activities. Amarillo College offers services to assist you with addressing these and other concerns you may be experiencing. If you or someone you know are suffering from any of the aforementioned conditions, you can learn more about the broad range of confidential mental health services available on campus by calling the AC Counseling Center at 806-371-5900. The AC Counseling Center website is https://www.actx.edu/counseling/ . Also, if you are in need of social services (affordable housing, utilities, transportation, food, clothing, childcare, medical/dental/vision, legal), please call the AC Advocacy & Resource Center at 806-371-5439. The AC Advocacy & Resource Center website is https://www.actx.edu/arc
The Tutoring for Success policy applies to any student whose grade or performance in the course falls below a departmentally determined minimum threshold. In either of those cases, the instructor will direct the student to the appropriate tutoring service, which may be faculty-led, discipline-specific, and/or general. Under this policy, the instructor will follow specific departmental guidelines governing the use, duration, and grade component of the tutoring need.
Students who do not attend class on or prior to the census date will be administratively dropped. Effective Fall, 2016
Students who wish to withdraw from a course must complete all steps indicated on the Academic Withdrawal Request form by the course withdrawal deadline.
NOTE: Students who are attending Texas institutions of higher education, for the first time fall 2007 and later, may not withdraw from more than six courses during their academic career. This withdrawal limitation does not include dual credit or developmental classes (Senate Bill 1231 Rule 4.10.) For more information on Drop and Withdrawal Policies, please visit the Registrar's Office Web site.
The Amarillo College Privacy Policy is found at https://www.actx.edu/-amarillo-college-privacy-notice , and applies to all Amarillo College students. If you have questions about this privacy statement or you believe that your personal information has been released without your consent, send email to humanresources@actx.edu .
CPMT-1351-002 IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software
An introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level information and communication technology (ICT) professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC technology, networking and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. Hands-on labs and Virtual Laptop and Virtual Desktop learning tools help students develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills. Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of network and networking security concepts and allow students to experiment with network behavior.
Student ResourcesStudent Resources Website
Notice to Students enrolled in an educational program for preparation of issuance of certain occupational licenses:
Students enrolled in an educational program in preparation for obtaining certain occupational licenses are potentially ineligible for such license if the student has been convicted of an offense. For further information, please contact:
Melodie Graves
Justice Involved Advocate
Student Service Center 117
mgraves24@actx.edu
806-371-5995
Make appointment at https://melodiegraves.youcanbook.me
You can also contact the Legal Clinic, or the faculty member in charge of the educational program that you seek to enroll in. The further information you will receive will include notification to you of your right to request a criminal history evaluation letter from the licensing authority in order to clarify your particular situation.
(3 sem hrs; 2 lec, 3 lab)
Tech Supported
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CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Vouchers (Quantity 2) These can be purchased at the bookstore or direct from PearsonVue. The instructions are in the class for the direct purchase ($103/each). |
- Access to PC
- Reliable Access to the Internet
- CompTIA A+ Certification Exam Vouchers. These can be purchased using the instructions in your Blackboard course or you can purchase them at the AC Bookstore
- USB Flash Drive (8 GB minimum)
LEARNING OBJECTIVES
In order to receive your AC Connect Email, you must log in through AC Connect at https://acconnect.actx.edu .
If you are an active staff or faculty member according to Human Resources, use "Exchange". All other students, use "AC Connect (Google) Email".
Students are expected to maintain a high standard of individual honor in their scholastic work. Students who are guilty of cheating, plagiarism, copying, or dishonesty may be excluded from class with a grade of F; or, in flagrant cases, may be suspended from the College. The faculty of the CIS Department reserves the right to ask a student to verify any portion of a test by reproducing any specific section or all of the test in question.
Any action that compromises the computer systems at Amarillo College, including but not limited to hacking or cracking, can result in a grade of “F” in this course and possible further disciplinary action.
>89.5 = A
>79.5 = B
>69.5 = C
>59.5 = D
<59.5 = F
Activity |
LearningEnvironment |
PercentageWeight |
AdditionalInformation |
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NetAcad Activities Lab Assignments |
NetAcad Blackboard |
35% 25% |
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Final Exam Part One |
Test Center |
20% |
This is the CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam (220-1001) |
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Final Exam Part Two |
Test Center |
20% |
This is the CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam (220-1002) |
All work is provided for each student at the beginning of the semester. It is your responsibility to ensure all work is completed by the scheduled dates.
The purpose of this course is to prepare students to successfully pass the CompTIA A+ certification – passing these exams (Core 1 and Core 2) during the course. Passing the exams will be considered a sufficient demonstration of course concepts and mastery. If you receive your A+ certification during the course, you will automatically receive an A regardless of your numeric score.
Both CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 Exams will be taken as the Final Exam for this course. Both exams must be taken in the Amarillo College Testing Center or using CompTIA's online testing system. It is the student's responsibility to schedule and complete their exams by the due date listed in the course. Each exam will be worth 20% of your grade. Failure to submit the required documentation from the exam will result in a zero score for the Final Exam.
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How a Core 1 Exam score correlates to a grade: >=675 points = A (95) for Final Exam Part One 540-674 points = B (85) for Final Exam Part One 473-539 points = C (75) for Final Exam Part One 405-472 points = D (65) for Final Exam Part One Less than 404 points = F (55) for Final Exam Part One CompTIA A+ certified passing Core 1 for points higher than 675. |
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How a Core 2 Exam score correlates to a grade: >=700 points = A (95) for Final Exam Part Two 560-699 points = B (85) for Final Exam Part Two 490-559 points = C (75) for Final Exam Part Two 420-489 points = D (65) for Final Exam Part Two Less than 419 points = F(55) for Final Exam Part Two CompTIA A+ certified passing Core 2 for points higher than 700. |
All Week 1 assignments must be completed by the end of Week 1, in order to be considered Present in the course. Failure to complete all assignments by this date will lead to an administrative drop from the course.
Due to the nature of this course and the volume of work required to master this material, students are rarely successful when attempts are made to complete work during only one or two days each week. Please schedule your time, so that you can devote the appropriate energy and effort to achieve success in this course.
This course requires a working computer, connection to the Internet, and 2 CompTIA A+ certification vouchers. It is recommended that students have a PC that they can dismantle in order to better apply the concepts learned in the hardware portion of the course. PCs for this purpose will be available for checkout from the CIS Program if needed. The students will receive access to NetAcad which is part of the Cisco Academy through the CIS Program's account with Cisco. Students will not be charged any additional funds for this access.
The schedule below represents a planned outline for the course. Actual dates are subject to change. Please check your email daily for course updates from your instructor.
Assignments are due by 11:30 PM each Sunday during Weeks 1-15. You must have your score reports for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 Exams turned in by 11:30 PM of the Thursday of Finals Week.
Due dates are posted in the Blackboard course. It is the student's responsibility to monitor due dates and progress in the course.
Week 1
All Week 1 assignments must be completed by the end of Week 1, in order to be considered Present in the course. Failure to complete all assignments by this date will lead to an administrative drop from the course.
Week 2
Week 3
Week 4
Week 5
Week 6
Week 7
Week 8
Week 9
Week 10
All material for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam (220-1001) is reviewed by the end of Week 10. The Core 1 Exam can be taken after this point.
Week 11
Week 12
Week 13
Week 14
Week 15
All material for the CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam (220-1002) is reviewed by the end of Week 15. The Core 2 Exam can be taken after this point.
Week 16
CompTIA A+ Core 1 Exam (220-1001) - Due by 11:30 PM on Thursday, 05/13
CompTIA A+ Core 2 Exam (220-1002) - Due by 11:30 PM on Thursday, 05/13
IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER:
01/19: Spring Semester Begins
02/03: Census Day
03/03: Computer Information Technology Job Fair
03/15 - 03/21: Spring Break (Campus Open 15-17th)
04/02 - 04/04: Easter Holiday (Campus Closed)
04/05: Summer Registration Begins
04/22: Last Day to Withdraw from 16-week Classes
05/14: Fall Semester Ends and Commencement
01/18/21 6:27 PM
01/18/21 6:32 PM