CompTIA A+ - Certification Program

CompTIA A+

Course Hours: 
175
Price: 
$2,000.00
Course Type: 
Mentor Supported
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Our CompTIA A+ course covers all of the essential knowledge needed for the 220-1201 and 220-1202 certification exams. CompTIA A+ 220-1201 covers the fundamentals of computer hardware, networking and installation and configuration of PCs, mobile devices and laptops. CompTIA A+ 220-1202 covers the skills required to install and configure PC operating systems, security, troubleshooting and disaster recovery. 

 

After completing this course, you should be able to:
 
Define the basics of PC hardware, mobile devices, and networks
Recognize the steps for troubleshooting PC hardware, mobile devices, and networks
Recall how to install and configure operating systems and software
Identify potential security concerns and how to fix them
List elements of disaster recovery methods
 

Outline: A+ 220-1201

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 1
PC, Laptop, and Mobile Hardware

  • Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
  • Cooling Systems
  • Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
  • Storage Devices and Power Supplies
  • Peripheral Devices
  • Cables and Connectors
  • Working with Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 2

Printers, Networking Fundamentals, TCP/IP, and Network Services

  • Print Technologies and Imaging Processes
  • Installing and Maintaining Printers
  • Networking Principles
  • Identifying Common Network Hardware
  • TCP/IP
  • Virtual Networks
  • Network Services

CompTIA A+ 220-1201 Module 3

Wireless Networking, Mobile Support, Cloud Introduction, and Troubleshooting

  • Wireless Networking Technologies
  • Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
  • Mobile Connectivity and App Support
  • Virtualization
  • Cloud Computing
  • Troubleshooting Best Practices
  • Troubleshooting Components and Networks

Outline: A+ 220-1202

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 4

OS Basics, Windows Config & Admin, and macOS & Linux

  • Operating Systems
  • Applications
  • Interacting with Operating Systems
  • The Windows Registry
  • Installing and Upgrading Windows
  • Command-Line Tools
  • macOS and Linux
  • Applications on macOS

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 5

Security Concepts and Securing Operating Systems

  • Physical Security Concepts
  • Physical Security for Staff
  • Logical Security
  • Malware
  • Working with Windows OS Security Settings
  • Web Browser Security
  • Securing a Wireless and Wired SOHO Network
  • Mobile Device Security

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 6

Troubleshooting OS & Security, Scripting, Remote Access, and AI

  • Troubleshooting Common Microsoft Windows OS Problems
  • Troubleshooting Security Issues
  • Best Practices for Malware Removal
  • Troubleshooting Mobile OS Issues
  • Scripting
  • Remote Access
  • Artificial Intelligence

CompTIA A+ 220-1202 Module 7

Safety, Environmental Concerns, Documentation, and Professionalism

  • Safety Procedures
  • Environmental Controls
  • Policies, Licensing, and Privacy
  • Documentation and Support
  • Change Management Best Practices
  • Backup and Recovery
  • Demonstrating Professionalism

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