Computer Hardware Courses: Admission, Fees, Eligibility, Syllabus, Jobs, Salary

About Computer Hardware Courses

Computer hardware is an intriguing field of computer science and candidates who seek application careers in this field will have to pursue hardware and networking courses. There are various short-term and long-term courses in this field that candidates can pursue after passing class 12.

These courses comprise various courses related to computer organization, electrical and electronics circuits. Candidates pursuing these courses also learn about the different parts of computers and how they function. The course enables them to figure out and fix hardware and network issues related to computers and other such devices.

Type of Computer Hardware Courses:

Name of the Programme	Type of Programme	Duration
Certificate in Hardware and Networking	Certificate Programme	80 hours
Certificate in Computer Hardware Maintenance and Networking	Certificate Programme	6 months
Certificate in Hardware Technology	Certificate Programme	6 months
Certificate in Hardware and Network Engineering	Certificate Programme	1 year
Advanced Certificate of Hardware and Networking Professionals	Certificate Programme	1 year
Diploma in Computer Hardware and Networking	Diploma Programme	1 year
Advance Diploma In Hardware Management	Diploma Programme	1 year
PG Diploma in Computer Hardware	Postgraduate Diploma Programme	1 year
B.Sc. in Networking, Hardware and Electronic Appliances	Undergraduate Degree Programme	3 years
B.Sc. in Hardware and Networking	Undergraduate Degree Programme	3 years
M.Sc. in Hardware and Networking	Postgraduate Degree Programme	2 years

Computer Hardware Courses Eligibility Criteria

Certificate, Diploma and Undergraduate Degree:

Candidates who have passed their class 12 board exams, can take admission in these programmes.
Admission is done directly to certificate and diploma programmes, however, some institutes take a basic test to assess the technical skills of a candidate before offering a seat in the course.
Admission to the B.Sc. programme is either done on the basis of entrance exam conducted by the respective university or on the basis of class 12 merit.

PG Diploma and Postgraduate Degree:

Candidates who have completed the undergraduate diploma programmes in hardware and networking or any other related programme can apply for a postgraduate or advanced diploma in hardware.
Admission to M.Sc. courses is done on the basis of entrance exams or on the basis of interviews conducted by the respective institutes.
Candidates must have at least 50% marks in graduation to apply for M.Sc. courses.

Computer Hardware Courses Syllabus

Popular Subjects:

Fundamentals of Information Theory and Operating Systems	Computer Networks	Hardware Lab and Theory Implementation
Windows server Administration	Basic Electronics and Microprocessor	Linux Administration
Communication and Soft Skills	Database Administration	PC Assembling and Troubleshooting
Software Implementation and Lab	Programming in C

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Career Options and Job Prospects

Candidates who have pursued computer hardware and networking courses can take up jobs in different companies ranging from start-ups to MNCs as all companies require skilled individuals who can solve technical and network issues within the organisations. Jobs are also available in government departments and educational institutions. Following are some of the jobs that computer hardware experts can seek.

Router Operator
Technical Support Executive
Hardware Executive
Hardware Consultant
Network Engineer
Storage Specialist
System Engineer
Back-up Operator
Network Designer
Cabling Designer

Starting salaries of candidates in this field can vary from Rs. 1.5 lakh to Rs. 2.25 lakh depending on their skills and knowledge. Network and hardware experts who gain experience and perform well in organizing the systems and IT work of firms they are working with can earn up to Rs. 5 lakh or more depending on their quality of experience and skills.

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FAQs

What are the top colleges offering Computer Hardware Courses courses ?

Following are some of the top colleges offering Information Technology courses : National Institute of Technology (Tiruchirappalli) , ITM University (Gwalior) , Jawaharlal Nehru University (New Delhi) , Graphic Era (Deemed to be University) (Dehradun) , Vellore Institute of Technology (Vellore). You can explore these colleges on our website to check if they offer Computer Hardware Courses or not.

What is the average fee for the course Computer Hardware Courses ?

The average fee for Computer Hardware Courses is INR 50,000 per year.

What is the duration of the course Computer Hardware Courses ?

Computer Hardware Courses is a 1 year course.

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