2011-2012 - Computer Engineering - Course Syllabus - Term 4
Teacher: Mr. Campbell E-mail: jeff.campbell@biloxischools.net
Teacher’s Web Site: www.biloxischools.net/schools/bhs/faculty/jeff.campbell/
Computer Engineering is a 1 credit, 2 semester course that provide students the opportunity to learn about computer hardware, diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques, preventive maintenance, safety, and environmental concerns.
Objectives:
§ Identify the names, purpose, and characteristics of system modules.
§ Apply basic procedures for adding and removing field replaceable modules for desktop and portable systems.
§ Identify the names, purposes, and performance characteristics of standardized/common peripheral ports, associated cabling, and their connectors.
§ Identify proper procedures for installing and configuring common Integrated Drive Electronics (IDE), Small Computer System Interface (SCSI), and peripheral devices.
§ Explain procedures to optimize Personal Computer (PC) operations in specific situations.
§ Recognize the issues that must be considered when upgrading a PC.
§ Recognize common problems associated with each module and their symptoms, and identify steps to isolate and troubleshoot the problems.
§ Describe basic troubleshooting procedures and tools, and how to elicit problem symptoms from customers.
§ Demonstrate various safety measures and procedures.
§ Demonstrate environmental protection measures and procedures.
§ Distinguish between popular Central Processing Unit (CPU) chips in terms of their basic characteristics.
§ Identify the types of RAM (Random Access Memory), form factors, and operational characteristics.
§ Identify the most popular type of motherboards, their components, and their architecture (for example, bus structures and power supplies).
§ Explain the purpose of CMOS (Complementary Metal-Oxide Semiconductor) memory, what it contains, and how and when to change its parameters.
§ Identify basic networking concepts including how a network works.
§ Identify common technologies available for establishing Internet connectivity and their characteristics.
§ Distinguish between the motherboard, processor, and memory components. (IT)
§ Identify printer technologies, interfaces and options/upgrades. (IT)
§ Identify the common types of network cables, their characteristics and connectors. (IT)
Tests and Grades
Grading: A=90-100 B= 80-89 C=75-79 D=70-74 F=Below 70 I=incomplete
Grading follows the policies of Biloxi Public Schools. Progress reports will be issued at mid-term and report cards will be issued following the end of each term. The student’s current grades are available via Internet IOD. (http://iod.ssts.com/Home.asp?state=MS)
Test: Test count 55% of the student’s grade and are given at the end of each unit covered (usually within a two week period). Daily work counts as another 35% of the student’s grade and each term test counts 10%.
Misc. Projects: Miscellaneous projects for this class include but are not limited to:
Retesting: Retesting will be available before or after school, to any student that fails a test. Students are allowed only one attempted retest for each test originally given. In order to retest, students must attend a re-teach/learning session and complete an assignment/remedial work prior to retesting. Retesting is not permitted for students who are caught cheating on a test.
Important Dates:
Midterm Progress Reports: April 18 Term Exams: May 23-24 Report Cards: Mailed to Parents
I am available (Monday, Tuesday, or Thursday) before/after school in room 236 to help students with remedial work, tutoring, retesting, etc.
Students taking this class are expected to maintain an atmosphere that helps everyone learn and study.