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We offer you the most effective way to earn your CompTIA A+ certification. CompTIA A+ is the starting point for a career in IT. The exam covers maintenance of PCs, mobile devices, laptops, operating systems and printers. Two exams are necessary to be certified: exam 220-1201 and 220-1202.
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 covers the fundamentals of computer technology, installation and configuration of PCs, laptops, mobile devices and related hardware, and basic networking. CompTIA A+ 220-1202 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, security, as well as software troubleshooting.
Prerequisite(s): Students should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, and be comfortable navigating the internet.
Recommended Experience: 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field
CompTIA Authorized Partner ID: 1298427
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
- Identify the basics of PC hardware, configuration and wireless networks
- Recall the steps for troubleshooting hardware, including mobile devices, printers and networking
- Recognize the steps for installing and configuring operating systems and software
- List ways to work with network services and operational procedures
- Identify security concepts and technologies
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 1
PC Hardware
- Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
- Identifying Motherboard Components
- Purposes of Processors
- Memory Terms
- Cooling Systems
- Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
- Understanding Storage Devices
- Understanding Power Supplies
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 2
Peripherals, Cables, Connectors and Mobile Hardware
- Peripherals and Expansions
- Connectors and Cables
- Working with Laptop and Mobile Devices
- Disassembling and Reassembling Laptops
- Batteries and Power Adapters
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 3
Printers and Networking Fundamentals
- Understanding Print Technologies
- Imaging Processes
- Installing and Maintaining Printers
- Networking Principles
- Identifying Common Network Hardware
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 4
TCP/IP and Network Services
- TCP/IP Structure
- Internet Layer Protocols
- Understanding IP Addressing
- Understanding Network Services
- DNS Server
- Syslog Clients
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 5
Wireless and SOHO Networking and Mobile Connectivity
- Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies
- Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
- Mobile Connectivity
- Mobile App Support
- Cellular Data Connections
CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 6
Cloud Computing and Troubleshooting
- Virtualization
- Cloud Computing
- Troubleshooting Best Practices
- Motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and Power Problems
- Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues
- Troubleshooting Common Mobile Device Issues
Outline: A+ 220-1202
CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 7
Operating System Administration
- Understanding Operating Systems
- Understanding Applications
- Introduction to Windows
- Windows Configuration
- Windows Registry
- Disk Management
CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 8
Windows, macOS and Linux
- Installing and Upgrading Windows
- Command-Line Tools
- Networking in Windows
- MacOS and Linux
- Applications on macOS
- Best Practices
- Basic Linux Commands
CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 9
Security Concepts
- Physical Security Concepts
- Logical Security
- Malware
- Mitigating Software Threats
- Social Engineering Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities
- Exploits and Vulnerabilities
- Windows OS Security Settings
- Web Browser
- SOHO Network Wireless and Wired
- Mobile Device Security
CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 10
Troubleshooting Operating Systems and Scripting
- Troubleshooting Common Microsoft Windows OS Problems
- Troubleshooting Security Issues
- Best Practices for Malware Removal
- Mobile OS Issues
- Scripting
- Remote Access
CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 11
Safety Concerns and Documentation
- Understanding Safety Procedures
- Understanding Environmental Controls
- Understanding Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
- Documentation and Professionalism
- Change Management Best Practices
- Backup and Recovery
- Disaster Prevention and Recovery
- Demonstrating Professionalism
**Outlines are subject to change, as courses and materials are updated.**
Ed4Career is committed to being both environmentally conscious and making it easier for you to study! We’re making your education mobile! All of our textbooks are now provided as eTextbooks. You can access them on your laptop, tablet, or mobile device and can study anytime, anywhere.
The move away from physical books to eTextbooks means you get the latest, most up-to-date version available. This also makes your training more accessible, so you can study anywhere you have your phone or tablet. The best part is that all materials are included in your training cost so there are NO extra fees for books!
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be prepared, in part, to sit for the CompTIA A+ 220-1201 & 220-1202 certification exams.
**Certification exams are not included in the cost of the course.**
Internet Connection
- Broadband or High-Speed - DSL, Cable, and Wireless Connections
*Dial-Up internet connections will result in a diminished online experience. Classroom pages may load slowly and viewing large audio and video files may not be possible.
Hardware Requirements
- Processor - 2GHz Processor or Higher
- Memory - 1 GB RAM Minimum Recommended
PC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Windows 7 or higher
- Microsoft Office 2013 or higher. Also, you could use a general Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers - Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- QuickTime, Windows Media Player &/or Real Player
MAC Software Requirements
- Operating Systems - Mac OS x 10 or higher with Windows
- Mac office programs or a Word Processing application to save and open Microsoft Office formats (.doc, .docx, .xls, .xlsx, .ppt, .pptx)
- Internet Browsers- Google Chrome is highly recommended
- Cookies MUST be enabled
- Pop-ups MUST be allowed (Pop-up Blocker disabled)
- The Kindle Reader App or VitalSource Bookshelf App are needed for many of our courses (No special equipment needed. This can be downloaded for FREE onto your computer.)
- PowerPoint Viewer (if you do not have PowerPoint)
- Adobe PDF Reader
- Apple QuickTime Media Player
