Hi everyone! My name is Roel “Riley” Caguioa, and I’m currently a junior in high school taking college classes. Balancing high school and college at the same time has definitely pushed me to grow academically and personally. Outside of school, I have a huge passion for cars. Everything about them, from design to performance, interests me, and I plan to pursue a career that aligns with the automotive field in the future.
My first impression of IS101 at CSN is that it is one of the most challenging classes I’ve taken so far, especially when it comes to time management and building technical skills. The pace requires strong organization and self-discipline, but it has already helped me become more responsible and independent with my work. Taking a college-level course while still in high school has shown me how important it is to stay ahead and manage deadlines carefully.
For Discussion 2 Part 2, I chose 2.1.4 PC Hardware Facts from LabSim. This skill focused on understanding the basic components of a computer and their functions. Learning about hardware has helped me better understand how computers operate internally, which connects to my interest in hands-on, mechanical systems, similar to how car parts work together to make a vehicle run efficiently. I enjoyed seeing how each component has a specific purpose, just like parts in an engine.
I’m excited to continue developing my technical skills throughout this course. As someone balancing high school, college, and long-term career goals, I know this class will continue to challenge me but I’m ready for it.
