Instructor:                      Pat Humble

E-Mail address:             pat.humble@chattanoogastate.edu          

Office location:            F-72

Office hours:                  2:30 till 5:30 Mondays and Wednesdays, 2:30 till 4:00 Tuesdays and Thursdays

COURSE DESCRIPTION:

In this course, we will take an in depth look at some advanced computer maintenance concepts and techniques.  We will examine theoretical concepts that make the world of technology unique. Also, this course will adopt a practical hands-on approach when examining PC development techniques.  Along with examining different troubleshooting strategies, this course will explore the advancement of technological development, as well as, timeless problem solving strategies.

TEXTBOOK: A+ Guide to Hardware: Managing, Maintaining, and Troubleshooting,

                      Third Edition

                       ISBN: 0-619-21300-0

GRADING:    Test                                                                             40%

                        Assignments                                                              50%

                        Class Participation and attendance                       10%

A= 100- 90     B= 89-80        C= 79-70        D= 65-69        F= below 65

LATE WORK:  NO LATE WORK WILL BE ACCEPTED!!!

MAKE-UPS: There will be no make-up of tests unless previously arranged with the instructor.

ATTENDANCE:  In accordance with the course catalog.

THE INSTRUCTOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE ANY PORTION OF THIS SYLLABUS AT ANY TIME.