Computer Hardware & System Fundamentals

Overview

Master computer hardware components, system architecture and troubleshooting techniques. Hands-on labs on real hardware and virtualised environments.

What you'll learn

• CPU, memory, storage and motherboard architecture
• Assembling, diagnosing, and repairing desktop/laptop systems
• Operating-system installation and disk partitioning
• Peripherals, cabling, connectors and power
• Thermal management, BIOS/UEFI and firmware updates

Outcomes

• Build and configure a working PC from components
• Diagnose and fix 90% of common hardware failures
• Qualify for PC Technician and IT Support Assistant roles

Syllabus

1. Inside the PC

   Week 1

   Component tour, safety, ESD, toolkit.

2. CPU & Motherboard

   Week 2–3

   Sockets, chipsets, memory channels.

3. Storage & I/O

   Week 4–5

   HDD/SSD, SATA/NVMe, RAID basics.

4. Assembly Lab

   Week 6–7

   Full build from parts; first boot diagnostics.

5. Troubleshooting Clinic

   Week 8–10

   Fault-finding, BIOS recovery, OS repair.