CBP™ Professional Computer Technology

Overview
Course Details

Courses Description

The CBP™ Computer Technology Specialist Certification provides the business professional with working knowledge of the essential computer technology concepts required to survive in today’s technological workplace. Computer technology is now fully integrated into most aspects of living and business, and, as such, the business professional must possess core knowledge of computing to excel. Almost every job has a core set of technology and business components that requires the professional to develop both information technology and business skills.

The CBP™ Computer Technology Specialist Certification covers a wide range of computer technologies such as computer architecture, software applications, computer devices, computer accessories, networking, internet technologies, electronic commerce, and computer security measures.

Target Audience

The course is recommended for anyone who works in a computerized environment.

Objectives

At the end of this program, you will be able to know:

Demonstrates sufficient understanding of computer hardware and software components
Shows problem-solving skills
Applies logical skills in programming using different programming languages
Benefits from the Internet
Provides conclusions effectively in writing
Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of network fundamentals
Works effectively as a team member
Apply the skills – the focus of the training

Module 1: Introduction to Computers

The Computer
Types of Computers
PCs: Desktops, Laptops, Tablet PCs,
iPads, and Handheld Computers
Servers
Mainframe Computers
Centralized Computing
Minicomputers

Module 2: PC Architecture and Components

PC Architecture
Computer Case & Power Supply Unit
System Board & Expansion Slots
Central Processing Unit (CPU)
Computer Memory
Video Card & Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
BIOS Chip & CMOS Memory Chip
The PC Boot Sequence

Module 3: Computer Storage Systems

Computer Storage Solutions
Hard Drive Storage
CD-ROM & CD Usage Guidelines
CD-ROM/CD-RW Drive Speeds
DVD-ROM Drives & Usage Guidelines
High-Definition Optical drives
Tape Backup Drives
USB Disk & Flash Storage
Solid State drives & Cloud Storage

Module 4: Input/Output Devices

Input Devices: The Keyboard, The
Mouse, Pointing Devices
Other Input Devices: Scanners, Digital
Cameras & Microphones
Output Devices: Monitors
Printers: Dot-Matrix Printers, Inkjet &
Bubble Jet Printers & Laser Printers, Multifunction, 3D
Plotters & Speakers
Connecting Input/ Output Devices: Serial,
Parallel, Universal Serial Bus, SCSI &
FireWire Connections

Module 5: Computer Software

Computer Software
Types of Computer Software
Operating Systems (OS): DOS, Microsoft Windows, UNIX, Linux & Macintosh
Network Operating System (NOS):
Microsoft Windows Server, UNIX & Linux
Common Applications
File Extensions
Computer Performance

Module 6: Networking Essentials

Understanding Networks
Networking Components
Types of Networks
Transmission Media: Cable Media &
Wireless Media, and Bluetooth
Media Access Protocols
Network Connectivity Devices: Network Interface Cards (NIC), Modems, Repeaters, Hubs, Bridges, Switches, Routers & Gateways
Network Protocols
The Network Operating System (NOS)
Network Services
Peer-to-Peer Architecture
Client/Server Architecture

Module 7: Internet Technology and

Concepts

Team Building
Leadership vs. Management
Responsibilities of a Team Leader
Team Building Benefits
Team Selection
Team Communication
What is Conflict Resolution?
Motivating Teams
Coaching Teams

Module 8: Electronic Commerce

Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce)
Traditional Commerce vs. E-Commerce
E-Commerce Challenges: Internet Taxation, Security, Intellectual Property & Legitimacy
Types of E-Commerce: Business-to-Business (B2B) E-Commerce, Business-to-Consumer (B2C) E-commerce & Online Auctions
Setting Up an E-Commerce Solution

⇒ Determining your Business Model

⇒ Registering your Domain Name

⇒ Hosting your Website

⇒ Building your Website

⇒ E-Commerce Enabling Your Website

⇒ Marketing Your Website

Module 9: Computer Security Measures

Computer Security
Methods of Attack: DoS’s, Social
Engineering, Brute Force, Spoofing,
Spamming, Sniffers, Viruses & Theft
Computer Security Measures:
Administrative, Technology & Physical
Measures
Technology-based Measures: Biometrics Password, Access Control Lists (ACLs), Auditing & Firewalls
Understanding Viruses
Types of Viruses: MBR viruses, Macro
Viruses, File Infector Viruses, Virus
Hoaxes, Worms & Trojans
Antivirus Software: The Antivirus Engine
& Virus Definition Files
Virus Protection Software
Antivirus Guidelines
Spyware
Updating Software
Encryption: Symmetric Encryption &
Asymmetric Encryption
Digital Signatures & Digital Certificates
Backup Strategies: Full, Incremental &
Differential Backups