• PC components
  • Describe RAM
    • Why does the amount of RAM affect the speed of the computer?
    • What is DDR? DDR2? DDR3? DDR4?
  • Describe expansion cards
    • What are their function?
    • What slots do they use?
    • What types are there?
  • Describe CPUs
    • How do they process instructions?
    • What is 32-bit processing? 64-bit?
    • What are cores? How do they affect PC speed?
    • What are socket types? Why are they important?
    • What are the different ways that you can cool processors?
• Describe safety procedures when working on components
  • ESD
    • Why is ESD hazardous to the technician? Components?
    • Describe three ways to prevent ESD.
  • Personal safety