COMP 1002 - Applied Computer Concepts
Computer Systems Part-time Studies Course
School of Computing and Academic Studies
Course Details
This course or equivalent knowledge is assumed for all other BCIT COMP courses in Computing Part-time Studies (PTS). Students focus on how a Personal Computer (PC) works and how to apply best practices to secure data and to manage files with Microsoft Window 10. Topics include: An introduction to PC hardware, functions of an operating system (OS), file and disk management, backing up and protecting data, troubleshooting, security, malware and firewalls. Windows 10 Power on self-test, BIOS settings, partitioning, the file system and formatting are also discussed. Hands-on exercises and labs include desktop navigation and using Windows 10 Admin to create user accounts and folder structures. Discussions also include the technical aspects of using Windows 10 in the set-up of a small PC network. There will be a brief comparison of Windows 10 to Windows 7, Linux and Macintosh OS. There are 6 week compressed delivery options for those students with some prior experience, otherwise the 12 week delivery is recommended due to the amount of homework. COMP 1002 is required for the Computer Systems Certificate (CSC), the Applied Computer Information Systems (ACIS), and the Applied Network Administration and Design (ANAD) Associate Certificates. Upon successful completion students will be able to use best practices in a Windows 10 networked environment.
Prerequisite(s)
BC Grade 12 English or equivalent.
Credits
3.0
Cost
$458.86 - $467.43 See individual course offerings below for actual costs.
Fall 2019
Below are six offerings of this course for the Fall 2019 term.
CRN 32989
Duration
Tue Sep 10 - Tue Nov 26 12 Weeks
Instructor
Fraser Robertson
Course Outline
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress
CRN 45925
Duration
Wed Sep 11 - Wed Nov 27 12 Weeks
Instructor
Raymond Yu
Course Outline
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- Late registration is not permitted.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress and Full
CRN 37647
Duration
Thu Sep 12 - Thu Nov 28 12 Weeks
Instructor
Fraser Robertson
Course Outline
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
This course offering is in progress and full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress and Full
CRN 32988
Duration
Fri Sep 13 - Fri Nov 29 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Sep 13 - Nov 29 | Fri | 18:00 - 21:00 | DTC Rm. 364 |
Instructor
Tony Sieben
Course Outline
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress
CRN 33195
Duration
Sat Oct 26 - Sat Dec 07 6 Weeks
Instructor
Tony Sieben
Course Outline
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- This is an intensive deliver format. Students must attend all classes. As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted. No class November 9 (Remembrance Day).
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress
CRN 41606
Duration
Sun Oct 27 - Sun Dec 01 6 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Oct 27 - Dec 01 | Sun | 09:00 - 16:00 | DTC Rm. 484 |
Instructor
Diana Gerrard
Course Outline
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted. Class in session November 10 (Remembrance Day).
Status
This course offering is in progress. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
In Progress
Winter 2020
Below are nine offerings of this course for the Winter 2020 term.
CRN 47514
Duration
Tue Jan 07 - Tue Mar 24 12 Weeks
Instructor
Fraser Robertson
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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7 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 7, 2 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 86167
Duration
Wed Jan 08 - Wed Mar 25 12 Weeks
Instructor
Raymond Yu
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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15 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 15, 10 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47515
Duration
Thu Jan 09 - Thu Mar 26 12 Weeks
Instructor
Fraser Robertson
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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10 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 10, 5 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 85575
Duration
Sat Jan 11 - Sat Feb 22 6 Weeks
Instructor
Tony Sieben
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted. No class on February 15 (Family Day).
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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14 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 14, 9 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47516
Duration
Sun Jan 12 - Sun Feb 16 6 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Jan 12 - Feb 16 | Sun | 09:00 - 16:00 | DTC Rm. 484 |
Instructor
Diana Gerrard
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. This is an intensive delivery format. Students must attend all classes. Late registration is not permitted. Class will be in session February 16 (Family Day).
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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10 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 10, 5 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47555
Duration
Mon Jan 27 - Fri Feb 07 2 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Jan 27 - Feb 07 | Mon - Fri | 08:30 - 12:00 | DTC Rm. 484 |
Instructor
Diana Gerrard
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT School of Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. This is an intensive two week delivery of a twelve week course. Attendance is required every weekday morning. There is a significant amount of homework, reading and practice required every day after class. For some students this could mean 20+ hours of homework each week. Please do not attempt any other course at the same time as this two week (10 day) accelerated course. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
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16 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 16, 11 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47517
Duration
Sun Feb 23 - Sun Mar 29 6 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Feb 23 - Mar 29 | Sun | 09:00 - 16:00 | DTC Rm. 484 |
Instructor
Diana Gerrard
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
}Status
17 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 17, 13 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47535
Duration
Sat Feb 29 - Sat Apr 04 6 Weeks
Instructor
Tony Sieben
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$467.43
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT School of Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. This is an intensive delivery format. Students must attend all classes. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
A portion of seats are temporarily held for domestic students. International students: this may impact your ability to register. Learn why.
}Status
17 seats available as of Nov 12, 2019 12:26 am (PST). Of these 17, 12 are currently reserved for domestic students only. Availability may change at any time.
CRN 47513
Duration
Fri Jan 10 - Fri Mar 27 12 Weeks
Class Meeting Times
| Dates | Days | Times | Locations |
| Jan 10 - Mar 27 | Fri | 18:00 - 21:00 | DTC Rm. 364 |
Instructor
Tony Sieben
Course Outline
TBD – see Learning Outcomes in the interim
Cost
$458.86
Notes
- As an added bonus, BCIT Computing students may be eligible to receive a copy of MS Windows 10 for their own personal use. This is a limited offer. The information will be provided by the Instructor at class. Late registration is not permitted.
Status
This course offering is full. Please check this page for other currently available offerings, subscribe to receive email updates or contact us with your comments or questions.
Full
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
- Explain how a PC works, and the relationship between hardware and software.
- Classify and explain the function of different computer hardware components.
- Describe the purpose and functions of an operating system (OS).
- Explain OS virtualization and cloud computing.
- Identify Windows 10 user interface components, and understand their use.
- Use the Control Panel to:
- Customize keyboard, display and mouse functions.
- Add new hardware.
- Install and launch software applications.
- Customize User Settings.
- Describe the concepts behind compression and encryption
- Create users, groups and account policies.
- Explain basic home and enterprise networking principles.
- Configure and troubleshoot a basic home network.
- Describe basic PC security concepts, malware and firewalls.
- Back-up your system and protect your data.
- Learn efficient storage management, file maintenance and file organization.
- Troubleshoot basic computer issues and use the resources provided by your system.
- Compare other operating systems including Linux and Macintosh OS to Windows 10.
Effective as of Fall 2017
Related Programs
COMP 1002 is offered as a part of the following programs:
School of Computing and Academic Studies
- Applied Computer Applications (ACA)
Part-time Associate Certificate - Applied Computer Information Systems (ACIS)
Part-time Associate Certificate - Applied Network Administration and Design
Part-time Associate Certificate - Computer Systems
Part-time Certificate
School of Energy
- Computer Aided Design (CAD) Technology
Part-time Associate Certificate
Books & Supplies
The BCIT bookstore carries textbooks, general reference books, software, and stationery. Please visit bcit.ca/bookstore for more information.
Fall 2019
Books for Fall 2019 offerings of this course are available in the following BCIT online bookstores. Please choose the bookstore appropriate for the offering you are considering.
BCIT Downtown Campus Bookstore
If you are taking this course at the BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC), please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Downtown Campus Bookstore.
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| Cei Digital: Mindtap W Etext For Np On Computer Concepts 2018, Comp(1 Yr) | |
|---|---|
| Author | Parsons |
| Copyright | 2018 |
| Binding | Digital Version |
| ISBN | 978-1-30595-679-7 |
| Price | $99.95 |
| Choose One | |
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| New Perspectives On Computer Concepts 2018: Intro. Loose-Leaf | |
|---|---|
| Author | Parsons |
| Copyright | 2017 |
| Binding | Looseleaf |
| ISBN | 978-1-33738-854-2 |
| Price | $49.95 |
| Choose One | |
BCIT Burnaby Bookstore
If you are taking this course, but are not taking it through either Distance Education or Online Learning, nor at the BCIT Downtown Campus (DTC), please purchase books for this course at the BCIT Burnaby Bookstore.
| New Perspectives On Computer Concepts 2018: Intro. Loose-Leaf | |
|---|---|
| Author | Parsons |
| Copyright | 2017 |
| Binding | Looseleaf |
| ISBN | 978-1-33738-854-2 |
| Price | $49.95 |
| Required | |
Winter 2020
No information on books is currently available for Winter 2020 offerings of this course.
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