UPMSP Computer Technology and Maintenance study plan

Convert between binary, octal, decimal, and hexadecimal by hand for 20 numbers in each direction without a calculator

Solve signed-number problems in 1's complement and 2's complement, including overflow detection, for 15 practice cases

Label the function and typical failure symptom of CPU, RAM, ROM/BIOS, chipset, and power supply on a hand-drawn block diagram

Classify 30 peripherals and connectors (USB variants, HDMI, VGA, SATA, PCIe, RJ-45) by speed, purpose, and common fault

Sequence the 12 steps of a full PC assembly from bare case to POST, and state the safety check performed at each step

Match motherboard form factors, memory slots, storage interfaces, and PSU wattage/connector types to three build scenarios (office, lab, budget)

Demonstrate jumper/BIOS settings for boot order, SATA mode, and virtualization, then record each menu path

Explain POST beep codes and diagnosis of no-display faults by separating RAM, GPU, and power causes

Build a preventive maintenance schedule covering cleaning, thermal paste renewal, dust filters, UPS checks, and backup verification with intervals for a 20-machine lab

Apply a structured troubleshooting method (identify, isolate, test, verify, document) to five fault scenarios including no-boot, overheating, and random restarts

Interpret diagnostic evidence from POST codes, Event Viewer entries, SMART status, and PSU voltage readings to name a probable cause

Distinguish hardware faults from software and configuration faults in 10 short cases and justify each verdict

Compare installation requirements, file systems, and update behavior of Windows and at least one Linux distribution in a written table

Perform and document disk partitioning, formatting, driver installation, and dual-boot setup steps in order

Use built-in utilities (Task Manager, Device Manager, Disk Cleanup, defrag/TRIM, chkdsk, system restore) and record what each one diagnoses or repairs

Diagnose five OS-level faults such as boot loop, blue screen from a driver, full disk, failing update, and corrupted user profile

Calculate subnet parameters (network address, broadcast, usable host range, mask) for five IPv4 networks by hand

Distinguish LAN, WAN, and WLAN hardware roles and map them onto a labelled diagram of a small office network

Configure a static IP, default gateway, and DNS on a client and verify connectivity with ping, ipconfig/ifconfig, and tracert

Explain how DNS resolution, DHCP leasing, NAT, and HTTP requests work in sequence when a browser opens a page

Diagnose five connectivity faults (no link light, APIPA address, wrong gateway, DNS failure, cable fault) and state the first test for each

Compare full, incremental, and differential backups on restore speed and storage cost, and design a 3-2-1 backup schedule for a small office

Identify malware categories (virus, worm, trojan, ransomware, spyware) by behavior and state the containment and recovery steps for each

Apply password, access-control, and update-hygiene practices, and explain phishing and social-engineering red flags

Sort 15 real or described waste items into reuse, recycle, and hazardous categories under e-waste rules, and state safe handling for batteries and toner

List workplace safety practices for electrical work, ESD, lifting, and ventilation, and describe the safe shutdown and disposal procedure for a PC

Produce a formatted document using styles, headings, page setup, tables, and print settings, then export it to PDF

Build a spreadsheet with formulas, cell references, sorting, filtering, and a chart from raw data

Create a presentation with a consistent master slide, transitions, and speaker notes, and export it for handout

Perform printer and scanner setup, driver installation, and common fault fixes (paper jam, offline queue, poor print quality)

Apply file management practices: naming conventions, folder structure, and version control for documents

Re-score every previously missed question and confirm each is now answered correctly with a stated reason

Complete two full-length timed mock exams under exam conditions and compare domain-wise scores against the target

Review the weakest two domains using the annotated cheat sheets and logs built in earlier weeks

Rehearse quick-recall facts: port numbers, cable limits, connector types, backup types, and safety rules