A+ Certifications
Course Description: The CompTIA A+ Certification course is a basic necessity for anyone preparing for entry level Information Technology (IT), and Personal Computer (PC) Service Technician careers. This course builds on your existing knowledge and experience with PC software as well as hardware. Fundamental skills and concepts for real life on the job applications are presented. Topics covered in the CompTIA A+ Certification course include installation, upgrade, repair, configuration, troubleshooting, system optimization, as well as preventative maintenance.
Course Objective: At completion of coursework, students will be equipped with the skills necessary to install, upgrade, configure, and optimize basic personal computer hardware and operating systems. Skills for troubleshooting and preventative maintenance of the PC will be an inclusive part of the basic understanding gained. Students who successfully complete the course will also be prepared for A+ and Comptia 220-602.
Benefits: Gaining professional certification is an integral part of success in the business world today. Developed directly from the Compatia A+, the A+ is an internationally recognized course covering both hardware and software skills. Network+ certification assures employers that you have the knowledge and skills necessary to install, manage and troubleshoot a variety of networks on any platform. Certification provides you credibility in your chosen field, and gives you an edge in todays competitive job market.
Prerequisites: Basic knowledge of computing concepts. Functions of software components, operating systems, applications and file systems as well as elementary skills in Windows based PC systems are also required.
Course Content:
Lesson 1: Personal Computer Components
Lesson 2: Operating System Fundamentals
Lesson 3: PC Technician Professional Best Practices
Lesson 4: Installing and Configuring Peripheral Components
Lesson 5: Installing and Configuring System Components
Lesson 6: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Peripheral Components
Lesson 7: Troubleshooting System Components
Lesson 8: Installing and Configuring Operating Systems
Lesson 9: Maintaining and Troubleshooting Microsoft Windows
Lesson 10: Network Technologies
Lesson 11: Installing and Managing Network Connections
Lesson 12: Supporting Laptops and Portable Computing Devices
Lesson 13: Supporting Printers and Scanners
Lesson 14: PersonalComputer SecurityConcepts
Lesson 15: Supporting PersonalComputer Security