NPTH 110 - Foundations in Information Technology

(2 semester hours)
Prerequisites: None
Description: The course focuses on the basic of computer hardware, software, mobile computing, networking, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies. The student learns about configuring operating systems, file and folder management, networks and network configuration, and the role of the OSI model in networking and troubleshooting. A fundamental understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, computer application software, networking technologies and protocols, web browsers, identifying security risks, troubleshooting errors, and system maintenance is gained. The course also included an exploration of cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing and virtualization. Limited to the student enrolled in NuPaths. Offered as needed.