# CST120 Computer Configuration I

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**Last Updated:** 2026-10-14T21:38:31+00:00

**College:** College of Technology

**Department:** Cybersecurity

**Credit Hours:** 3.00

**Prerequisites:** None

**Corequisites:** None

**Course Description:**

This course introduces the components that make up a computer system, which will include the motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage devices, power supply, cables, connectors, and the inter-relationship of these components. Students will compare the similarities and differences between desktop computers, laptops, smartphones, and tablets. Students will evaluate, troubleshoot, and configure hardware using a support system.

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