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Electronic Components and Other Hardware

July 2024 with James Conrad

Join James Conrad as we learn about the essential parts of what makes a computer work properly. We'll cover motherboards, power supplies, and how memory and storage get connected to the rest of the computer.

Recommended Experience

Basic understanding of computer hardware
Familiarity with fundamental electronic principles
Prior manual experience with computer assembly would be helpful

Related certifications

Computing Fundamentals certificate (ITCA)

Related Job Functions

IT support specialist
Computer hardware technician
Electronics technician

James got his start in IT by becoming the de facto IT professional for a nonprofit organization — and the rest was history. He has over three decades of IT experience.

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Skill Outline

1. Electronic Components (6:48)
2. Memory (8:39)
3. Motherboard Overview (6:35)
4. A Tour of a High-End Motherboard (10:17)

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