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Course Syllabus: IT Fundamentals (CompTIA Tech+)

Credit Hour : 3 Days M-F

Time: 12:40-1:40 Session 3

Course Title: IT Fundamentals (Comptia Tech +)

Course Number:

Mr. Coates

821-6213 ext 664

Email: jcoates@campbell.k12.va.us

Platform Used:

• Primary Learning Tool: CertMaster Learn for Tech+
• LMS Integration: Canvas (via LTI)

Course Description

This course provides students with foundational knowledge in IT, computing, and digital technologies aligned with the CompTIA Tech+ certification. Using CertMaster Learn, students will explore real-world scenarios, interactive lessons, and practice quizzes to build industry-relevant skills in hardware, software, networking, and security.

Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, students will be able to:

• Describe basic computing hardware, operating systems, and software applications.
• Understand networking fundamentals and internet technologies.
• Apply cybersecurity best practices in digital environments.
• Practice responsible digital citizenship and data privacy.
• Prepare for and attempt the CompTIA Tech+ certification exam (optional).

 

 

Course Structure

Week Module Topic Covered 1 Understanding Tech Basics ●        Use Technology Effectively ●        Computer Cycle ●        Recognize Computing Devices   2 Data Privacy ●        Understand your data ●        Data Privacy ●        Password and Encryption 3 Internet Technologies ●        Identify Internet Basics ●        Using Web Browser 4 Internet Technologies ●        Internet Service Providers ●        Careers 5 Cybersecurity ●        Basic Security Concepts ●        Identify Common Security Threats 6 Cybersecurity ●        Security Tools and Software ●        Careers in Cybersecurity 7 Networking ●        Basic Network Concepts ●        How Networks Work 8 Networking ●        Small Wireless Network Specifications ●        Virtualization on the Network 9 Application and Software ●        Common Applications ●        Productivity Software 10 Operating Systems ●        What is an OS ●        What does an OS do ●        File Management 11 Operating Systems ●        Data Backup ●        Careers in Operating Systems 12 Hardware   ●        Units of Speed and Capacity ●        Inside of a computer ●        Storage Types 13 Databases ●        Database Basics ●        Types of Databases ●        Relational Databases 14 Coding ●        What is coding ●        Planning a Coding Project 15 Coding ●        Variable and Data Types ●        Coding Principles 16 Review ●        Review for Test

 

Course Requirements:

All Students Must:

●     Do regular homework assignments when not completed in class.

●     Take Chapter quizzes and unit exams on dates scheduled with instructor

●     Complete group projects when required

●     Complete all lab assignments in the time given

●     Clean up after completing assignments in lab area each day

Attendance Policy:

Please see the instructor regarding absences or class conflicts. Attendance at all examinations on the assigned date is mandatory. Anyone missing a test with an unexcused absence will receive a grade of zero on the test. The instructor must be notified prior to the test for an excuse to be granted in order to arrange for an alternate exam and date.

Attendance is necessary to successfully meet the objectives of this course. Students are reminded that all businesses operate according to deadlines and timelines. This course will follow that model, thus students are required to hand in assignments on or before the due date and be present for exams.

Grading

Test	200
Quizzes from instructor	100
Assignments (Worksheets, Lab work)	75
Employability	150
Weekly Reflection	75
Projects	100

 

Test for each section

Tests will be given for each Chapter. The instructor will have a baseline that a student must pass before going on the next Chapter. If a student fails the test he or she may retake it with the instructor’s approval. However, after each failed attempt the student must meet with the instructor to figure out why he or she did not pass the benchmark.

Quizzes from Instructor

Before each chapter the instructor will give students a Pre Assessment to determine how much knowledge the student knows about the topic. After learning about the chapter the instructor will give a Post Assessment to determine how much knowledge was learned and what areas from the chapter need to be worked on before taking the test.

Assignments (Worksheets, Lab work)

Daily assignments will be given to students to stimulate the learning process. Lab work should be completed and presented to the instructor for a grade.

 Employability

(Areas that are included in Employability)

      1.      Uses time wisely

                a.       stays on task, doesn't waste time, prioritizes effectively  

      2.      Attends regularly

                a.       unexcused absence = 0, Tardy = 1

       3.      Follows instructions

               a.       follows safety rules, classroom rules, obeys teacher and classroom procedure

       4.      Appropriate energy level/production

              a.       no sleeping, energetic, performs task readily

      5.      Proper conduct/ attitude  

            a.       uses manners/ polite, positive attitude

     6.      Avoids disturbing others 

          a.       works quietly, avoids distraction others, includes noises or distracting actions

     7.      Communicates Well

         a.       talks at appropriate times, communicates clearly, listens well

    8.      Works well with others 

        a.       Solves disagreements well , able to set aside personal differences during class

    9.      Takes care of equipment/ classroom clean up

       a.       throws away trash, leaves area as found, report damage, breakage

  10.  Completes assignments/ hands work in on time

      a.       Completes all work or at least makes a good attempt     

 

Weekly Reflection

        Each student will type ten sentences about what they learned this week in class related to the material in class.

Class Projects

        Each six weeks students will have an individual or group project that needs to be done.

Weekly Assignments:

•Each week students will be given a list of task that must be completed before the end of the week. Students will receive a weekly grade with the percentage of the assignments completed on Friday.

Competencies

                Competencies will be rated with the following rating to show mastery.

               

4	- Can teach others
3	Can perform without supervision
2	Can perform with limited supervision
1	Can perform with supervision
0	Cannot perform

 

Grading Scale

A	100-90
B	89-80
C	79-70
D	69-65
F	64-0

Grading scale is the same scale provided by Campbell County Schools 

CVCC Schedule

Fall Semester:

First day of Semester:  8.25.25

Last day of Semester:  12.15.25

Add/Drop:  9.11.25

Withdraw:  11.01.25

 

Spring Semester:

First day of Semester:  1.12.26

Last day of Semester:   5.6.26

Add/Drop:  1.29.26

Withdraw:  3.27.26

ADA Clause

It is CVCC’s policy to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified students with documented disabilities. Our goal is to help students succeed in this course. If you have a documented physical, mental, or learning disability and you need a reasonable accommodation to help you achieve success, please contact Student Support Services, in the Counseling Center, Room 2119, phone (434) 832-7802 or (434) 832-7299 or email ADA@cvcc.vccs.edu. To best provide the accommodation you need, make this request as soon as possible, since accommodations cannot be made to change a grade you have received for course work already completed. For further information, please link to the following website.

http://www.cvcc.vccs.edu/Student%20Services/Disabilities/default.asp   

HONOR STATEMENT IN COLLEGE CATALOG ON PAGE 144

(Online on CVCC’s home page @ CVCC.VCCS.EDU)

1.Upon admission to the College, the following statement shall be

accepted and signed by all students:

The Honor Code is based on the principle that the student will not

cheat, lie or steal. An application for admission to CVCC implies

that a student, if admitted, will read the Honor Code in the Catalog/

Handbook, will uphold the honor of the College by observing the

Code, and will report any violation witnessed.

2. The Honor Pledge shall read “I have neither given nor received

unauthorized assistance on this assignment (paper, quiz, test,

etc.). Neither have I observed cheating.”

Indicate your acceptance of this responsibility by signing your name below.

Signature_______________________________________________

3. Reports of suspected Honor Code violations and requests for

investigation are available from the Office of the Dean of Student

Services. The form shall read as follows: Report of Suspected Student Academic Misconduct.