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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
10390
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Bradshaw Hall Rm 123B
Hybrid In-Person
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
M,W
6:00PM – 8:30PM
- D. Burhenn
Open
19 of 25 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $25.00
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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 10390 costs include BPC Course Fee: $25
CGCC Note: Preparation for CompTIA A+ Essentials certification examination. Students may apply for credit by evaluation and receive course credit if they are A+ certified.
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
12820
Glendale
T1 109
Hybrid In-Person
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
M,W
6:10PM – 9:00PM
- N. Critz-Lane
Open
13 of 18 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
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Notes
Hands-on Computer Class
Textbook Required - Available From Instructor
Class 12820 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
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Book Information
23348
Estrella Mountain
Estrella Hall LibraryInst S135
Hybrid In-Person
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
Tu
6:00PM – 9:00PM
- Staff
Open
11 of 20 seats available
-
Notes
Flex Start Class
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Book Information
15209
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 5N
Hybrid In-Person
8/25 – 10/13
Fall 2026
Tu
6:00PM – 8:00PM
- B. Danielson
Open
10 of 20 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $30.00
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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 15209 costs include BPC Course Fee: $30
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Book Information
21932
Phoenix
E219
Hybrid In-Person
9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026
Tu
7:10PM – 9:00PM
- S. Williamson
Open
9 of 24 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $23.00
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Class 21932 costs include BPC Course Fee: $23
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Book Information
17984
Scottsdale
CIS/Math Bldg. CM 449
Hybrid In-Person
9/9 – 12/18
Fall 2026
W
5:30PM – 7:30PM
- C. Romero
Open
21 of 24 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
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Notes
This course prepares students for the CompTIA A+ Operating System Certification Exam by teaching them to configure, troubleshoot and repair PC hardware. Students are encouraged to take BPC170 and BPC270 concurrently. A student who completes this course successfully will be automatically eligible for a certification voucher from the CIS Department at SCC. Contact your instructor for more information.
Class 17984 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
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Textbook info pending
12894
Glendale
T1 109
Hybrid In-Person
10/17 – 12/12
Fall 2026
Sat
8:30AM – 12:30PM
- D. Pacheco
Open
3 of 18 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $50.00
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Notes
Hands-on Computer Class
Class 12894 costs include BPC Course Fee: $50
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Book Information
20270
South Mountain
ONLINE
Online
10/19 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
28 of 30 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $5.00
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Notes
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?
Class Meets Second Eight (8) Weeks
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 REQUIRED course materials at a discount and purchase the course materials prior to the first day of class.
When taken one after the other, BPC170 and BPC270 will help prepare you to take the PC Pro exam (no extra charge). These courses help prepare you for the CompTIA A+ Industry certification exam.
For assistance, please contact the Division Secretary at 602-243-8012.
Class 20270 costs include BPC Course Fee: $5
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Book Information
22358
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Williamson
Open
11 of 27 seats available
-
Costs include BPC Course Fee: $23.00
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Class 22358 costs include BPC Course Fee: $23
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Book Information
22525
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS
Online
9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- J. Vega
Open
7 of 27 seats available
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Costs include BPC Course Fee: $23.00
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Notes
Flex Start Class
Class Meets for Fourteen (14) Weeks
Class 22525 costs include BPC Course Fee: $23
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Book Information
25124
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- S. Petty
Open
11 of 23 seats available
-
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
25250
Paradise Valley
ONLINE
Online
10/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- A. Francuzik
Open
22 of 23 seats available
-
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
27482
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
16 of 25 seats available
-
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.
Microsoft Windows Operating System Required
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
27496
Rio Salado
Online Class
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026
N/A
N/A
- Staff
Open
25 of 25 seats available
-
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.
Microsoft Windows Operating System Required
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No books listed at the bookstore, contact instructor
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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10390
|
Chandler-Gilbert: Pecos Campus
Pecos Bradshaw Hall Rm 123B |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026 |
M,W
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6:00PM – 8:30PM
|
|
Open
19 of 25 seats available |
|
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12820
|
Glendale
T1 109 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026 |
M,W
|
6:10PM – 9:00PM
|
|
Open
13 of 18 seats available |
|
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|
23348
|
Estrella Mountain
Estrella Hall LibraryInst S135 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026 |
Tu
|
6:00PM – 9:00PM
|
|
Open
11 of 20 seats available |
|
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15209
|
Mesa: Dobson Campus
BA 5N |
Hybrid In-Person
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8/25 – 10/13
Fall 2026 |
Tu
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6:00PM – 8:00PM
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Open
10 of 20 seats available |
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21932
|
Phoenix
E219 |
Hybrid In-Person
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9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
Tu
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7:10PM – 9:00PM
|
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Open
9 of 24 seats available |
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17984
|
Scottsdale
CIS/Math Bldg. CM 449 |
Hybrid In-Person
|
9/9 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
W
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5:30PM – 7:30PM
|
|
Open
21 of 24 seats available |
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12894
|
Glendale
T1 109 |
Hybrid In-Person
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10/17 – 12/12
Fall 2026 |
Sat
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8:30AM – 12:30PM
|
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Open
3 of 18 seats available |
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20270
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South Mountain
ONLINE |
Online
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10/19 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
28 of 30 seats available |
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22358
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
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9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
11 of 27 seats available |
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22525
|
Phoenix
ONLINE CANVAS |
Online
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9/8 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
7 of 27 seats available |
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25124
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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8/24 – 10/16
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
11 of 23 seats available |
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25250
|
Paradise Valley
ONLINE |
Online
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10/26 – 12/18
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
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Open
22 of 23 seats available |
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27482
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
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8/24 – 10/12
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
16 of 25 seats available |
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27496
|
Rio Salado
Online Class |
Online
: You can start on any Monday between dates:
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10/19 – 12/7
Fall 2026 |
N/A
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N/A
|
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Open
25 of 25 seats available |
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