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Week 1 Review: Intro to Computer Repair, Fundraising Efforts, and Job Opportunities

Join us for a recap of our Week 1 meeting focused on computer repair fundamentals, fundraising initiatives, and community service opportunities. We'll discuss the importance of our fundraising goals to enhance tech resources and explore job roles within the Tech Crew. Gain insights into common CPU problems and learn about participation in upcoming workshops. Also, check out our resources for tools and utilities essential for computer repair. We invite your thoughts and any questions regarding our projects.

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Week 1 Review: Intro to Computer Repair, Fundraising Efforts, and Job Opportunities

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  1. V2012.13

  2. Agenda • Week ‘1’Meeting Review • New Business • Fundraising/Community Service • ‘Job’ Opportunity • Resources • List sign-up • Week 2 Topic: • Intro to Computer Repair

  3. Week 1 Meeting Review • Intro to CPUs • What did you think? • Did you answer the poll question? • Weekly poll • Any follow-up questions? • How CPUs are made: • Click here • Slides • http://ahstechcrew.org/content/

  4. New Business • Sub-groups • Graphics • Web Design • App Development • Other? • Email me with interest! • A word on participation …

  5. New Business • Fundraising : Why do we need funds? • To Build a system ~$700-$900 • Senior Banners • Community • Helping Seniors w/ Computer Problems • Job Opportunity • Run scorer’s table at home basketball games • Create graphics • Some audio/music • $10/per game

  6. Future Meeting Preview GAMING OPERATING SYSTEM NETWORK PERIPHERALS STORAGE CLOUD I/O DATA & DATABASES CPU NETWORK GRAPHICS GRAPHICS APP DEVELOPMENT VIRTUAL MEMORY LANGUAGES

  7. Future Meeting Preview • Included in each topic: • Guest Speaker* • Brief History • Definition • Technical Overview • Trends • Classroom/Online Challenges • Hands on (when practical) • Additional Content/Links • Project** NETWORK STORAGE I/O CPU GRAPHICS MEMORY *Not for every topic **Based on interest

  8. Tech Crew Resources • AHS Tech Crew • On the web: http://ahstechcrew.org • Follow us on Twitter: #AHSTechCrew • Facebook: http://facebook.com/AHSTechCrew • Subscribe to Mailing list: http://ahstechcrew.org/lists • Twitter • If you have consent, consider an account • NOT a requirement! • T-Shirts • Limited sizes/colors

  9. List Sign-Up

  10. Intro to Computer Repair • Common Steps • Basic Workflow • Tools/Utilities • Resources • Next Steps

  11. Intro to Computer Repair • Where should I start? • 9 Common Steps: • Identify the problem • Question the user and identify any user changes to computer and perform backups before making changes • Establish a theory of probable cause (question the obvious) • Test the theory to determine cause

  12. Intro to Computer Repair • Common Steps (cont): • Once theory is confirmed, determine next steps to resolve problem • If theory is not confirmed, re-establish new theory or escalate • Establish a plan of action to resolve the problem and implement the solution • Verify full system functionality and if applicable implement preventative measures • Document findings, actions and outcomes

  13. Basic Workflow

  14. Tools/Utilities

  15. Intro to Computer Repair • Recommended Tools • PC Toolkit (~$20) • Multimeter (~$20) • Magnifying Glass w/light (~$8)

  16. Intro to Computer Repair • Recommended Tools (cont.) • Utilities • Boot CD/DVD • USB Drive • External Drive/Backup • Anti-Virus/Malware

  17. Resources

  18. Resources • Online Resources • Manufacturer’s Site • Forums • Blogs • Books • But … it’s all about Experience

  19. Next Steps? • CompTIA A+ • Credential provides foundation-level knowledge and skills necessary for a career in PC repair and support • More efficient troubleshooting • Improved career advancement • More insightful problem solving

  20. Are you ready?

  21. Intro to Computer Repair • Real Scenario • Today, I’m your customer! • Break into groups: • What’s your plan? • 10 minutes • Where would you start? • What questions would you ask?

  22. Questions/Comments? Scott Seighman scotts@ahstechcrew.org

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