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BPC170: A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support
– 3 credits
Explore technical aspects of personal computers, including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, and hardware troubleshooting. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations.
Prerequisites: None.
Class#
Location
Delivery
Dates
Days
Times
Instructors
Availability
11968
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Bradshaw Hall Rm 123B
Hybrid In-Person
01/21 –
03/13
Spring 2026
M,W
6:00PM – 8:30PM
- Staff
Open
16 of 25 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $25.00
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Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes combine a reduced amount of scheduled classroom time with required out-of-class learning activities, typically conducted online.
First Eight (8) Week Class
Class 11968 costs include BPC Course Fee: $25
- Additional Notes: CGCC Note: Preparation for CompTIA A+ Core Hardware certification examination. Students may apply for credit by evaluation and receive course credit if they are A+ certified.
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Textbook info pending
27467
Glendale
T1 109
Hybrid In-Person
01/21 –
03/13
Spring 2026
M,W
6:10PM – 9:00PM
- N. Critz-Lane
Open
8 of 18 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
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Notes
- Notes: Hands-on Computer Class
Class 27467 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
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Book Information
23613
Scottsdale
CIS/Math Bldg. CM 449
Hybrid In-Person
02/03 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu
2:00PM – 3:55PM
- C. Romero
Open
22 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
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Notes
- Notes: This course requires the use of a computer or mobile device with internet access, a webcam, speakers and microphone.
Class 23613 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
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Textbook info pending
14980
Phoenix
E219
Hybrid In-Person
02/03 –
05/15
Spring 2026
Tu
7:10PM – 9:00PM
- S. Williamson
Open
9 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $23.00
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Notes
- Notes: Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Hybrid class incorporating both online and classroom activities.
Class 14980 costs include BPC Course Fee: $23
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Book Information
31234
Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual
Hybrid Live Online
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
1:00PM – 3:10PM
- A. Francuzik
Open
15 of 26 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid Virtual courses require both online and live online components.
If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
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Textbook info pending
24505
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 2E
Hybrid In-Person
01/20 –
03/12
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
5:45PM – 7:25PM
- C. Dela Cruz Jr
Open
20 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $5.00
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Notes
- Notes: Hybrid classes include face-to-face format on campus at the time listed in the class schedule. The other part will be held online either without a set time to attend or a Live Online session.
Students enrolling in a hybrid class acknowledge they already possess the skills described in the Minimum Computer and Technology Requirements at https://www.mesacc.edu/online/get-started for additional information.
Class 24505 costs include BPC Course Fee: $5
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Textbook info pending
17165
Paradise Valley
M 106 - Computer Lab
Hybrid In-Person
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
Tu,Th
1:00PM – 3:10PM
- A. Francuzik
Open
15 of 26 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Hybrid Class meets in-person on campus at the designated location, days and times. Additional online work will be required. This type of class is designed for highly motivated, self disciplined, technology-literate students; requires reliable Web and e-mail address for communication and assignments outside of the classroom. Contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
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Textbook info pending
27562
Glendale
T1 109
Hybrid In-Person
03/14 –
05/09
Spring 2026
Sat
8:30AM – 12:30PM
- D. Pacheco
Open
10 of 18 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Hands-on Computer Class
Flex Start Class
Class 27562 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
-
Book Information
11160
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class
Online
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
13 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Flex Start Class
-
Textbook info pending
15818
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
03/02 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- W. Tagart
Closed
No seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $23.00
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Notes
- Notes: Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Ten (10) Weeks
Class 15818 costs include BPC Course Fee: $23
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Book Information
16542
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Saknee
Open
22 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Textbook info pending
17140
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
03/23 –
05/15
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Francuzik
Open
23 of 23 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Textbook info pending
31233
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Francuzik
Open
15 of 26 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Online courses require reliable internet access. If you have not taken an online course or used the Canvas Classroom, please contact the PVCC Technology Help Desk for more information at 602.787.7780.
Online classes do not meet at specific class times. Coursework must be completed according to deadlines. Students are required to have access to a computer or mobile device.
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Textbook info pending
17914
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
01/12 –
03/02
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
Software Required
Required Training Materials
CertMaster Learn A+ Core 1 and Core 2, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA. See Syllabus for ISBN information.
NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction. This product is also used in sections of BPC171 and BPC270 taken at Rio Salado College.
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching. See Syllabus for more information.
- Additional Notes: Microsoft Windows Operating System Required
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
17915
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
03/09 –
04/27
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
22 of 25 seats available
-
Notes
- Notes: Fourteen (14) Week Class
8-week class option available
Software Required
Required Training Materials
CertMaster Learn A+ Core 1 and Core 2, which can be purchased directly from CompTIA. See Syllabus for ISBN information.
NOTE: Student pricing is only available when purchased directly from CompTIA. Instructions on how to qualify for student pricing will be provided in your Course Introduction. This product is also used in sections of BPC171 and BPC270 taken at Rio Salado College.
Microsoft Office 365
Microsoft Azure Dev Tools for Teaching. See Syllabus for more information.
- Additional Notes: Microsoft Windows Operating System Required
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
23755
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026
N/A
N/A
- T. Nero
Open
19 of 24 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $5.00
-
Notes
- Notes: Class Meets First Eight (8) Weeks
This class is offered Online. Click the link to view a video on how the class will be
held: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VE29UfWcGsQ What is an Online Class?
This class uses amazing online courseware (LabSim for PC Pro eBook) that includes videos and hands-on simulations. Read the class syllabus at https://learn.maricopa.edu/login to learn how to purchase the course materials at a discount and purchase the course materials prior to the first day of class.
Class 23755 costs include BPC Course Fee: $5
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Textbook info pending
BPC170: A+ Exam Prep: Computer Hardware Configuration and Support – 3 credits
Explore technical aspects of personal computers, including system components, installation, system configuration, peripheral devices, and notebooks. Emphasis placed on hardware installation, maintenance, mobile devices, and hardware troubleshooting. Helps prepare students for the CompTIA A+ examinations.
Prerequisites: None.
| Class# | Location | Delivery | Dates | Days | Times | Instructors | Availability |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
11968
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Bradshaw Hall Rm 123B |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/21 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
6:00PM – 8:30PM
|
|
Open
16 of 25 seats available |
|
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|
27467
|
Glendale
T1 109 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/21 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
M,W
|
6:10PM – 9:00PM
|
|
Open
8 of 18 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
23613
|
Scottsdale
CIS/Math Bldg. CM 449 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
02/03 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
2:00PM – 3:55PM
|
|
Open
22 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
14980
|
Phoenix
E219 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
02/03 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
Tu
|
7:10PM – 9:00PM
|
|
Open
9 of 24 seats available |
|
|||||||
|
31234
|
Paradise Valley
Hybrid Virtual |
Hybrid Live Online
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
1:00PM – 3:10PM
|
|
Open
15 of 26 seats available |
|
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|
24505
|
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 2E |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/20 –
03/12
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
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5:45PM – 7:25PM
|
|
Open
20 of 24 seats available |
|
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|
17165
|
Paradise Valley
M 106 - Computer Lab |
Hybrid In-Person
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
Tu,Th
|
1:00PM – 3:10PM
|
|
Open
15 of 26 seats available |
|
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27562
|
Glendale
T1 109 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
03/14 –
05/09
Spring 2026 |
Sat
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8:30AM – 12:30PM
|
|
Open
10 of 18 seats available |
|
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11160
|
Estrella Mountain
Internet/ Online Class |
Online
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
13 of 25 seats available |
|
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15818
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
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03/02 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
|
Closed
No seats available |
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16542
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
22 of 23 seats available |
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17140
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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03/23 –
05/15
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
23 of 23 seats available |
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31233
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
15 of 26 seats available |
|
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17914
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
01/12 –
03/02
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
22 of 25 seats available |
|
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17915
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
|
03/09 –
04/27
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
|
Open
22 of 25 seats available |
|
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23755
|
South Mountain
ONLINE |
Online
|
01/20 –
03/13
Spring 2026 |
N/A
|
N/A
|
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Open
19 of 24 seats available |
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