You will now switch gears to learn about IT hardware and software in the TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro course. In the TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro segment of this week, you work on a series of lab simulations to practice and learn about the internal components of a computer, its setup, and the steps to connect and install peripheral devices. This knowledge contributes to the foundational understanding of computer and digital technologies you will need in this course, in your studies, and in your career.
Prior to beginning this assignment, complete the following Chapter 3 labs in the TestOut IT Fundamentals Pro course:

3.3.10 Lab: Explore the Motherboard
3.3.12 Lab: Install Memory
3.3.14 Lab: Upgrade a Video Card
3.4.11 Lab: Connect a Monitor
3.4.13 Lab: Install Peripherals
3.4.15 Lab: Set Up a Computer

For this assignment, consider at least 2 labs from this week that interested you the most, and how you can benefit from the knowledge gained from working through these labs. This assignment is worth 4% of your course grade.
In this assignment,

Identify at least 2 labs from this week that interested you most. Include screenshots of the “Score Lab” screen for each lab.
Explain why you chose these labs for this assignment.
Discuss how these skills are relevant and useful in your life and in your potential career path.

The IT Basics and Computer Hardware Labs assignment

must utilize academic voice. Review the Academic VoiceLinks to an external site. resource for additional guidance.

Review resources from the UAGC Writing CenterLinks to an external site. for help on your written assignment.