Tecnologia Informatica

IT Essentials Data Sheet

IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software
Opportunity
The Internet is changing life as we know it—bringing new economic and social opportunities to communities throughout the world, and increasing the global demand for information and communication technology (ICT) skills. Innovations such as social networking, cloud computing, e-commerce, web conferencing, and desktopvirtualization are changing the way we live, work, play, and learn. These capabilities are all powered by networks, and organizations around the world are experiencing a shortage of qualified ICT candidates to design, install, and manage these networks.

Standalone virtual learning tools supplement classroom instruction and provide opportunities for interactive “hands-on” learning. The VirtualDesktop and Virtual Laptop tools can support course delivery in environments with limited physical equipment by enabling students to virtually disassemble and reassemble desktops and laptops.
In addition, the course provides a learning pathway to the Cisco CCNA® Discovery and CCNA Exploration curricula.

Solution
The Cisco Networking Academy® IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software curriculumprovides an introduction to the computer hardware and software skills needed to help meet the growing demand for entry-level ICT professionals. The curriculum covers the fundamentals of PC computer technology, networking, and security, and also provides an introduction to advanced concepts. IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software is a hands-on, careeroriented e-learning solution with an emphasison practical experience to help students develop fundamental computer skills, along with essential career skills. The Cisco® IT Essentials curriculum helps students prepare for entry-level ICT career opportunities and the CompTIA A+ certification, which helps students differentiate themselves in the marketplace to advance their careers.

Features
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software providesa comprehensive introduction to the ICT industry and interactive, hands-on exposure to personal computers, hardware, software, and operating systems. The curriculum offers the following features and benefits: • Students develop working knowledge of how computers operate, how to assemble computers, and how to troubleshoot hardware and software issues • Hands-on labs and virtual learning tools helpstudents develop critical thinking and complex problem-solving skills • The course emphasizes the practical application of skills and procedures needed for hardware and software installations, upgrades, and troubleshooting systems • Cisco Packet Tracer simulation-based learning activities promote the exploration of networking and network security concepts and allow students to experiment withnetwork behavior • Interactive assessments provide immediate feedback to support the evaluation of knowledge and acquired skills
Who Should Enroll Prerequisites

• Students seeking career-oriented,
entry-level computer hardware, software, and networking skills

• Students who want to gain funda-

• There are no prerequisites for
this course

mental PC hardware, software, and troubleshootingskills

Page 1 of 5

IT Essentials Data Sheet

21st Century Skills
IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software integrates practical skills training into the technical curriculum to help students succeed in future educational, entrepreneurial, and occupational endeavors. In addition to learning the fundamentals of hardware, software, and operating systems, students develop problem solving,critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and negotiation skills, which can help them succeed in the 21st century global workplace.

IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software encourages students to explore networking concepts using tools such as Packet Tracer. Packet Tracer is a powerful network simulation tool developed by Cisco that allows students to experiment with network behavior and...