Andrew Kidd III

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Computing Fundamentals Additional Details

Computing Fundamentals

Issued by Certiport

The Computing Fundamentals GS5 examination covers a foundational understanding of computer hardware, software, operating systems, peripherals, and troubleshooting. It is designed to help you maximize the value and benefits of using computer technology.

Additional Details

Skills

Earning Criteria

  • Identify types of computers, how they process information, and the purpose and function of different hardware components
  • Identify how to maintain computer equipment and solve common problems relating to computer hardware
  • Identify how software and hardware work together to perform computing tasks and how software is distributed and upgraded
  • Identify different types of application software and general concepts relating to application software categories
  • Identify what an operating system is and how it works, and solve common problems related to operating systems
  • Use an operating system to manipulate a computer’s desktop, files and disks, change system settings, and install and remove software.

Endorsements

  • American Council on Education

    American Council on Education

    This credential has been successfully evaluated by the American Council on Education for college credit. It is recommended for a total of 1 college credits. For more information about ACE CREDIT evaluations, visit www.acenet.edu.
  • American Council on Education

    American Council on Education

    1 semester hour in computer information systems in the lower-division undergraduate category