Delivery: Online
Estimated Length: 26 seat hours
Price: $365
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CompTIA A+ certification is an entry-level credential that validates foundational IT skills and knowledge. It is one of the most recognized certifications for those starting a career in IT and is often considered a starting point for various IT roles. With CompTIA A+ certification, there is no requirement for experience or study—it only requires passing two exams, 220-1001 (Core 1) and 220-1002 (Core 2).
The A+ course covers a wide range of topics to ensure that students are equipped with the necessary skills to troubleshoot and solve various IT problems and includes an in-depth view of Core 1 and Core 2.
- Core 1 focuses on hardware, networking, mobile devices, and troubleshooting. Topics include identifying, using, and connecting computer hardware; basic networking concepts; configuration and troubleshooting of network switches, routers, and firewalls; mobile device configuration; basic concepts of virtualization and cloud computing; virtual machine (hypervisor) setup; and hardware and network troubleshooting.
- Core 2 focuses on operating systems, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. Topics include installation and configuration of operating systems (Windows, macOS, Linux, and mobile OSs); security fundamentals, including confidentiality, integrity, and availability; implementing security measures, such as firewalls, antivirus software, secure access controls, and physical security; diagnosing and resolving software issues; and best practices for safety and operational procedures.
Upon completion, students are prepared with the knowledge of essential IT skills, including hardware and software installation, configuration, and repair, network and mobile device troubleshooting, and operating system management. They will also understand basic cybersecurity, virtualization, cloud computing, and best practices for IT support, which prepares them for entry-level IT roles and provides a solid foundation for further specialization.
Completion Time:
The estimated completion time for this course is 26 hours. The maximum allotted time is four months from enrollment.
Benefits:
- use this course to help prepare for CompTIA A+ certification exam
- receive an industry-recognized NCTI certificate of graduation
Outline:
- Safety and Professionalism
- The Visible Computer
- CPUs
- RAM
- Firmware
- Motherboards
- Power Supplies
- Mass Storage Technologies
- Implementing Mass Storage
- Essential Peripherals
- Installing and Upgrading Operating Systems
- Working with Operating Systems
- Users, Groups, and Permissions
- Maintaining and Optimizing Operating Systems
- Working with the Command-Line Interface
- Troubleshooting Operating Systems
- Display Technologies
- Essentials of Networking
- Local Area Networking
- Wireless Networking
- The Internet
- Virtualization
- Portable Computing
- Understanding Mobile Devices
- Maintaining and Securing Mobile Devices
- Printers and Multifunction Devices
- Securing Computers
- Getting Organized