About This Course

The Gaming and Business PC Building Workshop is a hands-on programme for beginners, focusing on planning, assembling, configuring, and optimising custom desktop computers for both gaming and business use. Participants will learn the entire PC-building process — from understanding hardware components to assembly, software installation, and troubleshooting. The workshop combines technical theory with practical sessions, making it ideal for hobbyists and aspiring technicians. By the end, you will be able to confidently design, build, and optimise a complete PC system.

3 Days
Course Duration
7 Modules
Structured Learning
Flexible
Evenings, Mornings & Weekends

What You Will Cover

Seven structured modules take you from the basics of PC hardware through to building, configuring, and optimising a complete system — finishing with a hands-on final project.

Module 1 — Introduction to PC Building

Learn why and how to build your own system, understand the differences between gaming, business, and hybrid configurations, and explore the importance of performance vs. productivity needs.

Module 2 — Core Components

Understand CPUs, motherboards, RAM, storage (NVMe, SATA, HDD), power supplies, cases, and expansion devices. Differentiate between Gaming PC and Office workstation configurations.

Module 3 — Planning & Budgeting

Plan and research your build, select components for a dependable system, and work across entry, mid-range, and high-end budget tiers. Includes project planning and costing.

Module 4 — Hands-On PC Assembly

Install the CPU, cooler, and RAM; mount the motherboard; route cables; connect power; install GPU and storage devices; and complete the first boot checklist. Configure BIOS and update firmware safely.

Module 5 — Operating System & Software Setup

Install and configure Windows 11 in physical and virtual environments. Cover GPU drivers, benchmarking tools, productivity suites, virtualisation, backup, cloud sync, and security setup.

Module 6 — Performance Testing & Optimisation

Stress-test CPU, GPU, and RAM. Monitor temperatures and power consumption, identify bottlenecks, optimise cooling, and fine-tune settings for both gaming and business workstations.

Module 7 — Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Diagnose and resolve common hardware faults, troubleshoot no-boot scenarios, perform cleaning and long-term upkeep, and safely upgrade components with relevant health and safety practices.

Final Project

Design and assemble either a gaming PC for a specific genre or a business workstation optimised for a specific workflow. Produce a component list, budget, performance expectations, and build rationale.

Who Is This For?
  • Job seekers in systems maintenance and tech startups
  • Gamers wanting to build a custom gaming PC
  • Small business owners seeking cost-effective workstation solutions
  • Students exploring IT, hardware, or tech repair careers
  • Creators and professionals needing specialised systems
  • Anyone who wants to understand computers from the inside out
What You Will Need
  • A computer (Laptop, Desktop, or Apple device)
  • Access to the internet
  • Microphone and speakers, or a headset
All sessions are delivered live online via Teams or Zoom. Planned onsite sessions may be available depending on participant location (subject to Terms and Conditions). All participants will have access to virtual learning content through the NextGEN learning platform.

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