This course prepares you for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) and Core 2 (220-1202) exams, designed for IT professionals with about 12 months of hands-on experi...
The CompTIA A+ certification is divided into two exams: Core 1 and Core 2. It is an entry-level credential aimed at professionals with approximately 12 months of hands-on experience working as help desk support technicians, desktop support technicians, or field service technicians.
This course offers two key benefits. First, it serves as a comprehensive preparation resource for passing the CompTIA A+ Core 1 and Core 2 exams (220-1201 and 220-1202), helping you earn your A+ certification. Second, beyond certification, it focuses on developing practical skills essential for success in IT support roles. In today’s competitive job market, demonstrating real-world abilities is crucial, and this course equips you with the knowledge and experience to confidently handle entry-level IT support responsibilities.
The curriculum is organized to cover both exam objectives:
A+ Core 1 is covered in Modules 1 through 10.
A+ Core 2 is covered in Modules 11 through 22.
By the end of this course, you will be able to:
Course Design
This course is structured using a learning progression model that enhances both knowledge acquisition and skill development aligned with job tasks. This approach involves contextualizing concepts, practicing skills with personalized feedback, applying knowledge in relevant scenarios, and demonstrating competency.
Throughout the course, you will engage in various activities to reinforce your learning and assess your understanding. Each module concludes with a quiz to test retention, and many also include live lab challenges to practice hands-on skills.
Prerequisites
To maximize your success, you should have at least 12 months of practical experience in a help desk, desktop support, or field service technician role. Note that prerequisites for this course may differ from those required for the CompTIA certification exams. For the latest exam prerequisites, visit: www.comptia.org/training/resources/exam-objectives.
- Introduction
- Personal Computers
- Peripheral Devices
- Universal Serial Bus Cables
- USB Standards
- USB Cables and Standards
- Display Types
- Display Components
- HDMI and DisplayPort Video Cables
- Thunderbolt Interface
- Lightning Interface
- Serial Advanced Technology Attachment Interface
- External SATA
- Lesson Review 2.1 (Cables and Connectors)
0:20:0- Introduction
- Motherboard Functions
- Electrical Safety and ESD
- Motherboard CPU and System Memory Connectors
- Motherboard Storage Connectors
- Peripheral Component Interconnect Express Interface
- Peripheral Component Interconnect Interface
- Motherboard Form Factors
- Motherboard Installation
- Motherboard Headers and Power Connectors
- Video Cards
- Capture Cards
- Sound Cards
- Network Interface Cards
- Lesson Review 2.2: Motherboards
0:20:0Basic understanding of computer systems and networks.
Recommended: 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience in IT support or related fields.
Access to a computer with internet connectivity for online training and practice exams.
Commitment to study and complete practice exercises and exams.
Identify, use, and connect hardware components and devices.
Install and support various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, iOS, and Android.
Troubleshoot hardware and software issues effectively.
Understand networking concepts and implement basic network configurations.
Apply best practices in cybersecurity to protect devices and data.
Demonstrate professionalism and effective communication in IT support roles.
IT, Cybersecurity, DevOps, Cloud computing, Artificial Intelligence, AI
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