This course prepares students for careers in the computer support service field. Emphasis is on IBM and IBM-type personal computers (PCs). Students gain a greater understanding of typical PC components and their relationship to the computer's operating system and peripherals. Students will gain hands-on experience in diagnosis and troubleshooting, which helps prepare them to service PCs and related equipment. This course will assist students in preparing for the A+ hardware certification exam. Students are required to book their own certification exam date with CompTIA. Certification exams are an additional cost. Electronic LabSim to be purchased online. Instructor will provide students with purchasing information within Week 1 of the course. Approximate cost single item LabSim is $89 + Tax OR Bundle cost for two A+ courses is $125 + Tax