CompTIA A+ is the industry preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. It is about much more than PC repair. Candidates are better prepared to troubleshoot, and problem solve, and technicians will better understand a wide variety of issues ranging from networking and operating systems to mobile devices and security. A+ supports the ability to connect users to the data they need to do their jobs regardless of the devices in use.
CompTIA A+ CORE 1 covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing and network troubleshooting. Vendor-neutral and designed to assist in preparing for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 certification examination, 220-1201, one of two exams required for CompTIA A+ certification.
Learning Objectives
- Identifying, using and connecting hardware components and devices, including the broad knowledge about different devices that is now necessary to support the remote workforce
- Explain types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, WIFI and SOHO
- Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications to ensure connectivity for end users
- Compare and contrast cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization
- Troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware and security issues
Prerequisite Skills
- Nine to twelve months hands-on experience in the lab or field.