CompTIA A+

OVERVIEW

In this course, you will acquire the essential skills and information you will need to install, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and perform preventive maintenance on PCs, digital devices, and operating systems.

TARGET AUDIENCE

This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ 220-901 Certification Exam and the CompTIA 220-902 Certification Exam.

COURSE OBJECTIVES

In this course, you will install, configure, optimize, troubleshoot, repair, upgrade, and perform preventive maintenance on personal computers, digital devices, and operating systems. You will: Identify the hardware components of personal computers and mobile digital devices. Identify the basic components and functions of operating systems. Identify networking and security fundamentals. Identify the operational procedures that should be followed by professional PC technicians. Install, configure, and troubleshoot display devices. Install and configure peripheral components. Manage system components. Manage data storage. Install and configure Microsoft Windows. Optimize and maintain Microsoft Windows. Work with other operating systems. Identify the hardware and software requirements for client environment configurations. Identify network technologies. Install and configure networking capabilities. Support mobile digital devices. Support printers and multifunction devices. Identify security threats, vulnerabilities, and controls. Implement security controls. Troubleshoot system-wide issues.