CompTIA A+ Certification

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The A+ certification is highly desirable for entry level IT professionals. The course offers detailed exposure to hardware and software technologies, and creates competency in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security and troubleshooting.

This credential is vendor neutral and well respected in the industry as offering entry level professionals optimal exposure to fundamental concepts of computer technology, and relevant professional skills. You can earn the certification by passing two exams which includes the A+ Essentials exam and the A+ Practical exam.

The latter exam is designed to be relevant to your choice of job role, namely, IT Technician, Depot Technician, or Help Desk Technician.

220-701 or JK0-701 for CompTIA A+ Essentials
Hardware
Motherboard components, types and features
Power supplies types and characteristics
CPUs and their features
Cooling methods and devices
Memory types, characteristics and their purpose
Display devices and their characteristics
Install and configure peripherals and input device
Function and types of adapter cards
Install, configure and optimize laptop components and features
Install and configure printers
Troubleshooting, Repair and Maintenance
Troubleshooting methods and tools for printers
Explain and interpret common laptop issues and determine the appropriate basic troubleshooting method
Common preventative maintenance techniques
Operating Systems and Software
Compare and contrast the different Windows Operating Systems and their features
Demonstrate proper use of user interfaces
Install and configure the Windows OS
Boot sequences, methods and startup utilities
Networking
Networking fundamentals, including technologies, devices and protocols
Network Cables and connectors
Type of Networks
Security
Security concepts and technologies>
Operational Procedure
Appropriate safety and environmental procedures
Communication skills and professionalism in the workplace


220-702 or JK0-702 for CompTIA A+ Practical Application
Storage devices
Motherboards
I/- ports
Processors
Memory
Adapter cards
Cooling systems
Identify problems, troubleshoot and repair/replace laptop
Detect and resolve common printer issues
Issue resolution
Operating Systems
Commands and options to troubleshoot and resolve problems
Differentiate between Windows Operating System directory structures (Windows 2000, XP and Vista)
Use system utilities / tools
Devices Manager
Task Manager
Networking Tools
Firewall settings
Install and configure a small office home office (SOHO) network
DHCP settings
Basics of hardware and software firewall configuration
Physical installation
Prevent, troubleshoot and remove viruses and malware
Security and troubleshoot common issues

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Guide Price: £690

Delivery: Classroom
Regions:
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  • The East Midlands
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  • South West England
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  • London
  • Channel Islands
Category: A+
Duration: 5 Days or 5 weeks
Qualification: CompTIA A+ Certification