IIUSA

Excellence in Information Technology Education

Automation Technician

motherboardThis course trains the soldier in the basics of networking and subscriber support.  The course is comprised of three modules covering: (1) A+ core hardware and Microsoft Operating Systems, (2) Network+ fundamentals, (3) Help Desk and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS). 

A+ CORE HARDWARE AND OPERATING SYSTEMS
PC and Laptop Architecture: Motherbord, CPU, Memory, Printers (Building PC Practical Exercise)
Upgrading Components: Peripherials, Memory, Upgrading CMOS, additional Hard drives and CD-ROMs
Operating Systems (MS XP / Vista): Installation, Configure, Optimize, Diagnostic and Troubleshooting
Practical Exercises: Build PC, install and configure operating system

NETWORK+ FUNDAMENTALS
Network Fundamentals: Elements, Topology, Media (cable production), and Devices; Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) Model
Transmission Control Protocol / Internet Protocol (TCP/IP): IP Addressing, Subnetting, and Utilities
Large Area Networks (LANs) and Wide Area Networks (WANs): Configuring and Installing network devices
Network Access (including user accounts) and Security
Disaster Recovery and Troubleshooting

HELP DESK AND WSUS
MS XP / Vista: File Management, Troubleshooting, and Recovery
Introduction to Servers: Active Directory, Administration, and Remote Desktop
User Accounts: Create, Modify, manage permissions, and groups
Services: DNS and DHCP
Installing and configuring WSUS
All inclusive Practical Exercise: Build PC, Install/Configure OS, Build Network, and Administer Servers.