With the rapidly increasing demand for PC technicians, just being good at your job is not enough anymore. A+ Certification will enhance your current credentials, help pave the way to better job opportunities and give you an edge over other PC Repair Technicians.

CompTIA A+ Certification is a testing program sponsored by the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) that certifies the competency of service technicians in the computer industry.  The exams cover a broad range of hardware and software technologies, but are not related to any vendor-specific products. A +

This  NEW version - Includes all of the CompTIA Windows 7 requirements.
This course offers you the most effective way to earn your CompTIA A+ 2009 certification. Our  CompTIA A+ 2009 Essentials & Practical Application teaches students the competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security, troubleshooting, customer service and communication skills to work with clients. After completing this course, students will know hardware, laptops, motherboards, processors, memory, CPU, troubleshooting theory, preventative maintenance techniques, Windows XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, cables, connectors, network types, SOHO network, security concepts, security technologies, viruses, malware, communication and professionalism.

CompTIA A+ Essentials measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with a recommended 500 hours of hands-on experience in the lab or field. It tests for the fundamentals of computer technology, networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism now required of all entry-level IT professionals.

CompTIA A+ Practical Application is an extension of the knowledge and skills identified in CompTIA A+ Essentials, with more of a "hands-on" orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.

As a CompTIA Partner, our publisher provides course curriculum that is either CAQC (CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum) or in the process of becoming CAQC, ensuring you receive the training and knowledge needed to succeed.

CompTIA A+ Essentials and A+ Practical Application Course Curriculum

To become A+ Certified, pass the A+ Essentials exam & the A+ Practical Application exam.

Course Overview
Domains 1 & 2 
Domains 3 & 4 
Domains 5 & 6 
Summary

Domain 1 - Hardware
Storage - Devices and Backup Media 
Storage - Hard Drive Internals 
Storage - EIDE Master / Slave 
Storage - Serial ATA (SATA) 
Storage - Hard Drive to USB Adapter 
Storage - SCSI 
Storage - Thumb Drives 
Storage - Working Inside the Chassis 
Motherboards - Components, Types & Features 
Motherboards - Chipsets and Firmware 
Motherboards - BIOS Configuration 
Motherboards - Input Devices 
Motherboards - Expansion Slots and Cards 
Power Supply Types & Characteristics 
CPU Characteristics & Cooling Methods 
Memory Types, Characteristics & Purpose 
Display Devices & Characteristics 
Laptops - Components & Features 
Laptops - Wireless Networking 
Laptops - Power Management 
Laptops - LCD Display 
Laptops - Inputs and Function Keys 
Laptops - Disassembly 
Laptops - Reassembly 
Printer Installation & Configuration 
Tools, Troubleshooting & Cleaning 
Summary 
Basic Input/Output System Setup 
Disassembly, Reassembly and Upgrading 
Identifying Cables and Connectors 
Parts of a Laptop 
IDE/ATA Interface 
Microprocessors 
Laser Printing 
Review Quiz

Domain 2 - Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
Troubleshooting Theory & PM Techniques 
Summary 
Monitor Adjustments 
Command Line Functions and Utilities 
Maintenance Software and Procedures 
Memory Troubleshooting

2.0 - Exam Overview 
Operating Systems Overview

2.1 - Troubleshoot and Resolve Problems 
MSCONFIG and DIR 
CHKDSK 
Edit, Copy, and Xcopy 
Format, IPCONFIG, Ping, MD, CD and RD 
NET Command-line Utility 
TRACERT and NSlookup 
SFC 
2.1 Review

2.2 - Windows OS Directory Structures 
User File Locations 
2.2 Review

2.3 - Use System Utilities 
Disk Management Tools 
Disk Manager 
System Monitor 
Administrative Tools 
Device Manager 
Task Manager 
System Information 
System Restore 
Remote Desktop Protocols 
Task Scheduler 
Regional and Language Settings 
2.3 Review

2.4 - Evaluate and Resolve Common Issues 
Windows Specific Printing Problems 
Auto Restart Errors 
System Lockup 
Device Manager 
Application Installation Failure 
Service Fails to Start 
Error Messages and Conditions 
2.4 Review 
Review Quiz

Domain 3 - Operating System & Software
Windows Operating Systems & Features 
Windows XP Professional (WinXP Pro) 
Windows Explorer 
My Computer & My Network Places 
Remove USB Drives 
Control Panel 
Admin Tools, Performance Monitor & Event Viewer 
Computer Management 
Device Manager 
Auto Updates, Date/Time, Themes & Wallpaper 
Settings & Folder Options 
Network Connection 
Phone, Modem & Power Options 
Printers & Faxes 
Tools 
User Account 
Accessories Menu 
System Tools & Properties 
Remote Assistance 
Command Prompt 
Operating System Comparison 
Task Manager, Search Capability & System Configuration Utilities 
Windows Installation 
System Registry, Registry Tools & Recovery Options 
Add and Configure Hardware 
Start Up Options for Alternative Boot & Safe Mode 
System Backup 
Major System Files 
System Restore 
Boot Sequence Error, Recovery Methods & Console 
Power Options 
Windows Vista Ultimate (WinVista) 
Add a Printer 
Vista Installation 
Welcome Screen/Out Of Box Experience 
Side Bar/ Left Side of Start Menu, All Programs & Maint 
System Tools & Task Scheduler 
Right Side of Start Menu 
Control Panel 
Performance Maintenance & System Maintenance 
Security & Network 
Hardware & Sound 
Programs, Mobile PC & Users 
Appearance 
Media Center 
Windows 2000 Professional (Win2k) 
Module Summary - Operating Systems and Software

3.1 - Essentials Overview 
Domain 3 Overview 
Compare Windows Operating Systems

3.2 - User Interfaces 
Action Center 
Firewall 
System 
Control Panel: System and Security Tools 
Administrative Tools 
Network and Sharing Center 
Hardware and Sound 
Programs 
User Accounts 
Appearance and Personalization 
Clock, Language and Region 
Command Prompt Utilities 
Run Line Utilities 
My Network Places 
Microsoft Management Console 
Task Manager: Snapshot 
3.2 Review

3.3 - Install and Configure Windows 
Hardware Compatibility and Minimum Requirements 
Installation Methods and Options 
Directory Structures 
File Creation, Extensions, Attributes and Permissions 
Device Manager 
User State Migration Tool 
Virtual Memory 
Configuring Power Management 
Safely Removing Peripherals 
3.4 - Boot Sequence, Device Priority and Boot Options 
3.4 Review 
Review Quiz

Domain 4 - Networking
Basics of Networking Fundamentals 
Cables and Connectors 
Network Types 
Small Office Home Office (SOHO) Network 
Summary 
Internet Connection Speed 
Network Protocols

4.1 - Networking Fundamentals 
Addressing 
4.1 Review 
Essentials Exam Review

4.2 - Network Security 
Local Users and Groups and User Access Control 
NTFS Permissions 
Permission Inheritance 
Permissions: Copy or Move a File 
Attributes of NTFS Files and Folders 
Shared Files and Folders 
System Files and Folders 
User Authentication 
4.2 Review 
A+ Addendum Review 
Review Quiz

Domain 5 - Security
Security Concepts & Technologies 
Prevention & Removal of Viruses/Malware 
Summary 
Understanding Windows Firewall 
NTFS Permissions 
Review Quiz

Domain 6 - Operational Procedure
Communication & Professionalism 
Summary 
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) 
CompTIA A+ Acronyms 
Review Quiz 
 

Course Summary

 

CompTIA A+ Essentials

To become A+ Certified, pass the A+ 220-701 Essentials & 220-702 Practical Application exams.

Domain	A+ Essentials (220-701)
1.0 Hardware	27%
2.0 Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance	20%
3.0 Operating System & Software	20%
4.0 Networking	15%
5.0 Security	8%
6.0 Operational Procedure	10%

 

CompTIA A+ Practical Application

 

Domain	A+ Practical Application (220-702)
1.0 Hardware	38%
2.0 Operating System	34%
3.0 Networking	15%
4.0 Security	13%

 

The training Package Includes:

Exam	Course Name	Media	Labs	Printable e-Books
220-701	A+: Essentials	DVDs or online
220-702	A+ : Practical Application

 

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