CompTIA A+ Certification Training

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This course provides students with a CompTIA certification path designed to help them prepare for and pass the CompTIA A+ 220-1001 and 220-1002 exams to receive CompTIA A+ certification. It is recommended, but not required, that students have at least 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience in a lab or in an IT field before attempting their CompTIA A+ certification. For students looking for an entry-level certification, our Microsoft Technology Associate (MTA) certification training courses may be a better fit.

The course assignments, including readings, quizzes, practice lab exercises, and exams, align with CompTIA A+ certification competencies. These competencies include those related to hardware, networking, mobile devices, hardware and network troubleshooting, Windows operating systems, other operating systems and technologies, security, software troubleshooting, and operational procedures. Additionally, the course offers students CompTIA A+ practice exams and a CompTIA A+ exam discount for students who complete the course.

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Course Objectives

After completing this course, you will be able to:

Work with CPUs, RAM, microprocessors, BIOS, motherboards, power supplies, and other PC components
Install, configure, and troubleshoot hard drives
Manage peripheral devices and removable media
Install, upgrade, and maintain operating systems, including Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux
Troubleshoot common computer problems
Establish users and groups
Set up video and multimedia cards
Administer smartphones, tablets, and other mobile devices
Install and configure wired and wireless networks
Connect to the Internet
Secure your PC and your network
Install, configure, and manage printers and multifunction devices
Work with the latest virtualization technologies
Understand safety and environmental issues

Topic	Topic Title	Subtopics	Objectives
PART I: CompTIA A+ 202-901 Exam Objectives
1	Preparing for the CompTIA A+ Exams	Introduction to the Class Who is CompTIA? CompTIA A+ Objectives Path to Certification	Explain the importance of CompTIA A+ certification Detail the CompTIA A+ certification objectives Describe how to become CompTIA A+ certified
2	Safety and Professionalism	The Professional Tech Effective Communication Preparedness	Present yourself with a proper appearance and professional manner Talk to customers in a professional, productive manner Discuss the tools of the trade and preparations necessary to deal with problems proactively
3	The Visible Computer	The Computing Process Computing Hardware Computing Software	Describe how computing devices work Identify common connectors and devices on typical computer systems Discuss features common to operating system software
4	CPUs	How CPUs and Memory Work Modern CPUs Selecting and Installing CPUs Troubleshooting CPUs	Identify the core components of a CPU Describe the relationship of CPUs and memory Explain the varieties of modern CPUs Select and install a CPU Troubleshoot CPUs
5	RAM	Understanding DRAM Types of RAM Working with RAM Troubleshooting RAM	Identify the different types of DRAM packaging Explain the varieties of RAM Select and install RAM Perform basic RAM troubleshooting
6	Firmware	CMOS and RTC Option ROM and Device Drivers Power-On Self Test (POS) Care and Feeding of BIOS/UEFI and CMOS	Explain the function of BIOS Distinguish among various CMOS setup utility options Describe option ROM and device drivers Troubleshoot the power-on self-test (POST) Maintain BIOS and CMOS properly
7	Motherboards	How Motherboards Work Expansion Bus Upgrading and Installing Motherboards Troubleshooting Motherboards	Explain how motherboards work Recognize modern expansion buses Upgrade and install motherboards Troubleshoot motherboard problems
8	Power Supplies	Understanding Electricity Powering the PC Installing and Maintaining Power Supplies Troubleshooting Power Supplies	Explain the basics of electricity Describe the details of powering the PC Install and maintain power supplies Explain power supply troubleshooting and fire safety
9	Mass Storage Technologies	How Hard Drives Work Connecting Mass Storage Protecting Data with RAID Installing Drives	Explain how hard drives work Identify mass storage interface connections Describe how to protect data with RAID Describe hard drive installation
10	Implementing Mass Storage	Hard Drive Partitions Hard Drive Formatting The Partitioning, Formatting, and Pooling Process Maintaining and Troubleshooting Hard Drives	Explain the partitions available in Windows Discuss hard drive formatting options Partition and format hard drives Maintain and troubleshoot hard drives
11	Essential Peripherals	Supporting Common Ports Common Peripherals Storage Devices	Explain how to support multipurpose connectors Identify and install standard peripherals on a computer Identify and install standard storage devices (that aren’t SSDs or HDDs) and their media
12	Building a PC	Specialized PCs Installing and Upgrading Windows Post-Installation Tasks	Research and spec out specialized PCs Install and upgrade windows Describe Windows post-installation best practices
13	Windows Under the Hood	Registry The Boot Process Applications, Processes, and Services Tools for Programmers	Work with the Registry Understand and observe the Windows boot process Manager processes, services, and threads Explore Windows tools for programmers
14	Users, Groups, & Permissions	Authentication with Users and Groups Authorization Through NTFS Sharing Resources Securely Beyond Sharing Resources	Create and administer Windows users and groups Define and use NTFS permissions for authorization Share a Windows computer securely Secure PCs with policies and User Account Control
15	Maintaining and Optimizing Operating Systems	Maintaining Operating Systems Optimizing Operating Systems Preparing for Problems	Perform operating system maintenance tasks Optimize operating systems Prepare for problems
16	Working with the Command-Line Interface	Deciphering the Command-Line Interface Mastering Fundamental Commands Working with Files Assorted Windows Commands Assorted macOS and Linux Commands Scripting	Explain the operation of the command-line interface Describe fundamental commands Explain file manipulation Describe additional useful Windows commands Describe additional helpful macOS and Linux commands Explain scripting
17	Troubleshooting Operating Systems	Failure to Boot Failure to Start Normally Application Problems	Troubleshoot boot problems Troubleshoot GUI problems Troubleshoot application problems
18	Display Technologies	Video Displays Display Adapters Installing and Configuring Video Troubleshooting Video Additional Display Topics	Explain how video displays work Select the proper video card Install and configure video Troubleshoot basic video problems
19	Essentials of Networking	Roles Hosts Play in Networks Networking Technologies Implementing Ethernet	Describe the basic roles of various networked computers Discuss network technologies and Ethernet Describe a typical Ethernet implementation
20	Local Area Networking	TCP/IP Installing and Configuring a Wired Network Troubleshooting Networks	Explain the basics of TCP/IP Install and configure wired networks Troubleshoot wired networks
21	Wireless Networking	Wireless Networking Components Wireless Networking Standards Installing and Configuring Wireless Networking Troubleshooting Wi-Fi	Describe wireless networking components Analyze and explain wireless networking standards Install and configure wireless networks Troubleshoot wireless networks
22	The Internet	How the Internet Works Connecting to the Internet Internet Application Protocols Internet Troubleshooting	Explain how the Internet works Connect to the Internet Use Internet application protocols Troubleshoot an Internet connection
23	Virtualization	Benefits of Virtualization Implementing Virtualization To the Cloud	Explain why virtualization is so highly adopted Create and use a virtual machine Describe the service layers and architectures that make up cloud computing
24	Portable Computing	Portable Computing Devices Extending Portable Computers Managing and Maintaining Portable Computers Upgrading and Repairing Laptop Computers	Describe the many types of portable computing devices available Explain ways to expand portable computers Manage and maintain portable computers Upgrade and repair portable computers Troubleshoot portable computers
25	Understanding Mobile Devices	Mobile Computing Devices Mobile Operating Systems Configuring a Mobile Device	Explain the features and capabilities of mobile devices Describe the major mobile operating systems Describe how to configure mobile devices
26	Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices	Troubleshooting Mobile Device Issues Securing Mobile Devices Mobile OS and Application Security Issues	Troubleshoot common mobile device and application issues Explain basic mobile device security Describe typical mobile OS and application security issues
27	Printers and Multifunction Devices	Printer and Multifunction Device Components and Technologies Installing a Multifunction Device Troubleshooting Printers	Describe current printer and multifunction device technologies Explain the laser printing process Install and configure a printer or multifunction device Recognize and fix basic printer and multifunction device problems
28	Securing Computers	Analyzing Threats Security Concepts and Technologies Network Security	Explain the threats to your computers and data Describe key security concepts and technologies Explain how to protect computers from network threats
29	Getting Organized	Documentation Best Practices Managing Change Management Disaster Prevention and Recovery	Compare best practices associated with types of documentation Implement basic change management properly Implement basic disaster prevention and recovery
30	Course Final Exam		Practice Certification Exam Course Final Exam Schedule Your Exams (220-1001 and 220-1002)

There are no prerequisites to take CompTIA A+ Certification Training.

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The StraighterLine CompTIA A+ training courses are developed with CompTIA Approved Quality Content (CAQC) from McGraw-Hill Professional.

Written by the leading authority on CompTIA A+ certification and training, this four-color guide will help you become a certified IT professional with proven expertise in hardware and software, and help you pass CompTIA A+ exams 220-901 and 220-902. Mike Meyers’ CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Sixth Edition offers complete coverage of the latest exam objectives. You’ll get on-the-job tips, end-of-chapter review questions, and hundreds of color photographs and illustrations.
Meyers, Mike. Mike Meyers' CompTIA A+ Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs (Exams220-1001 & 220-1002). 6th edition, Mcgraw-Hill, 2019. ISBN: 9781260455069

This practical workbook contains more than 130 labs that challenge you to solve real-world problems by applying key concepts. Thoroughly revised for the 2019 exam objectives, the book maps directly to Mike Meyers’ CompTIA A+® Guide to Managing and Troubleshooting PCs, Sixth Edition. You will get complete materials lists, setup instructions, and start-to-finish lab scenarios. “Hint” and “Warning” icons guide you through tricky situations, and post-lab questions measure your knowledge.

130+ video lectures from best-selling author and trainer Mike Meyers and his team at Total Seminars, who have developed educational and entertaining video training. The Total Seminars videos cover important course concepts, exam objectives, and tips and tricks for preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification exam.

NOTE: CompTIA certification exam or exam voucher is not included in the course and must be completed at a Pearson|Vue Test Center.

StraighterLine provides a percentage score and letter grade for each course. See Academic Questions section in FAQ for further details on percentage scores and grading scale. A passing percentage is 70% or higher.
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There are a total of 1000 points in the course:

Topic	Assessment	Points Available
4	Graded Exam 1	60
7	Graded Exam 2	60
10	Graded Exam 3	60
13	Graded Exam 4	60
15	Graded Exam 5	60
15	Graded Midterm Exam	100
18	Graded Exam 6	60
21	Graded Exam 7	60
24	Graded Exam 8	60
26	Graded Exam 9	60
29	Graded Exam 10	60
30	Graded Final Exam	300
Total		1000

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