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CompTIA A+

Certification Preparation Program

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PROGRAM DESCRIPTION

CompTIA A+ is aimed at IT professionals with (or seeking) job roles such as Support Engineer, Maintenance Engineer, Desktop Engineer, Computer Administrator, or PC Support Analyst. CompTIA A+ establishes best practices in troubleshooting, networking and security across a variety of devices to set the stage for IT careers. CompTIA A+ covers PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, networking and troubleshooting hardware and network connectivity issues, it also covers installing and configuring operating systems including Windows, iOS, Android, Apple OS X and Linux. It also addresses security, the fundamentals of cloud computing and operational procedures. This course prepares the student for both parts of the CompTIA A+ IT Technician certification exams.

Program Outcomes

Security: Supporting and securing access to data by properly using authentication, access control and encryption for an organization. Help desk and technical support professionals form one of the first lines of defense for any organization.
Networking: Applying core concepts and protocols such as IPv4, IPv6, DHCP, and subnet mask to set up and support wired and wireless networks.
Operating Systems: Working with mobile, server and traditional operating systems from Android and iOS to Windows and Linux.
IT Operations: Utilizing the basics of virtualization, cloud computing, desktop imaging and deployment to support today’s IT infrastructures.
Troubleshooting: Following and using decision trees for diagnosing, resolving and documenting common hardware and software issues across a variety of devices.
Technical Support: Applying principles of customer service to help resolve IT issues.

This online course is self paced and interactive, it also consists of many other features such as videos, performance based assessments, flash cards and more. This program prepares you for the CompTIA A+ certification exam.

At successful completion of the program the student will be awarded with a Certificate of Completion.

DESCRIPTION

PROGRAM MODULES OUTLINE

PROGRAM OUTLINE OF COMPTIA A+ (220-901 & 220-902)

PROGRAM OUTLINE OF COMPTIA A+
Section 1: 220-901
Module 1 Peripheral Devices
Module 2 System Components
Module 3 Troubleshooting And Mobile Devices
Module 4 Printer And Network Hardware
Module 5 Networks

PROGRAM OUTLINE OF COMPTIA A+
Section 2: 220-902
Module 1 Supporting Windows 1
Module 2 Supporting Windows 2
Module 3 Supporting Windows 3
Module 4 Supporting Windows Networks
Module 5 LINUX, OS X, and Mobile OS

Note: IT Certification industry keeps updating their content. We at NEIH will update our content aligning with CompTIA certification.

OUTLINE

PROGRAM KEY DETAILS

DURATION

2 Months

PROGRAM PACE

Self Paced

START DATES

1st & 15th of Every Month

ACCESS

24/7

REGISTRATION

Online or Oncampus

CLASS SIZE

Under 15

DELIVERY

Online

LANGUAGE

English

KEY

3 Ways to Succeed

Self-Discipline your self
Schedule the time required for study
Be focussed once you enroll.

PROGRAM ONLINE LEARNING FEATURES

LEARNING PATH

All programs have a learning path that students can follow without getting off track.

TEXT TO SPEECH

If you don't feel like reading the material, you can activate the audio reader in the program.

MODULE BASED

Each program is broken down into modules to simply the contents in a section.

DASHBOARD

You can view the overall program outline from 1 single dashboard without having to switch screens.

ONLINE ATTENDANCE

When you attend the online programs, you will be able to see the duration of time spent.

STUDY TOOLS

Majority programs is equipped with study tools such as flash cards, crosswords etc.

PROGRESS TRACKER

Now you have the ease of tracking your progress while you are in the program.

ORIENTATION

All programs come with an orientation towards your program to assist you.

FEATURES

PROGRAM LEARNING OBJECTIVES & KEY TERMS

SECTION 1: 220-901

Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose, and properties
Install and configure PC expansion cards
Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose
Identify common PC connector types and associated cables
Install and configure common peripheral devices
Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose
Compare and contrast types of display devices and their features
Identify common PC connector types and associated cables
Install and configure common peripheral devices
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common video, projector and display issues
Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose
Identify common PC connector types and associated cables
Install and configure common peripheral devices
Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media
Compare and contrast various PC connection interfaces, their characteristics and purpose
Identify common PC connector types and associated cables
Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media
Given a scenario, troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools
Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features
Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods
Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS / UEFI tools on a PC
Install a power supply based on given specifications
Given a scenario, select the appropriate components for a custom PC configuration, to meet customer specifications or needs
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU and power with appropriate tools
Install and configure laptop hardware and components
Explain the function of components within the display of a laptop
Given a scenario, use appropriate laptop features
Explain the characteristics of various types of other mobile devices
Compare and contrast accessories & ports of other mobile devices
Install and configure laptop hardware and components
Given a scenario, troubleshoot and repair common mobile device issues while adhering to the appropriate procedures
Compare and contrast differences between the various print technologies and the associated imaging process
Install SOHO multifunction device / printers and configure appropriate settings
Given a scenario, perform appropriate printer maintenance
Given a scenario, troubleshoot printers with appropriate tools
Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features
Identify the various types of network cables and connectors
Compare and contrast the characteristics of connectors and cabling
Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools
Compare and contrast various Wi-FI networking standards and encryption types
Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions, and features
Given a scenario, use appropriate networking tools
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools
Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features
Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions, and features
Explain the properties and characteristics of TCP/IP
Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools
Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose
Given a scenario, install and configure SOHO wireless/wired router and apply appropriate settings
Compare and contrast network architecture devices, their functions, and features
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools
Explain common TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and their purpose
Given a scenario, troubleshoot wired and wireless networks with appropriate tools

SECTION 2: 220-902

Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft Operating Systems (Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1)
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings
Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft
Operating Systems (Windows Vista, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 8.1)
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, explain the troubleshooting theory
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings
Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Perform common preventive maintenance procedures using the appropriate Windows OS tools
Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools)
Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Perform common preventive maintenance procedures using the appropriate Windows OS tools
Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities
Compare and contrast common prevention methods
Compare and contrast various features and requirements of Microsoft
Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common PC security issues with appropriate tools and best practices
Given a scenario, apply appropriate Microsoft command-line tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Identify common security threats and vulnerabilities
Compare and contrast common prevention methods
Physical security (Securing physical documents)
Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings
Given a scenario, deploy and enforce security best practices to secure a workstation
Given a scenario, use appropriate data destruction and disposal methods
Summarize the process of addressing prohibited content / activity, and explain privacy, licensing, and policy concepts
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, install and configure Windows networking on a client / desktop
Given a scenario, use appropriate Microsoft operating system features and tools
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, install and configure Windows networking on a client / desktop
Given a scenario, secure SOHO wireless and wired networks
Given a scenario, use Windows Control Panel utilities
Given a scenario, install and configure Windows networking on a client / desktop
Compare and contrast differences of basic Windows OS security settings
Identify basic cloud concepts
Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods
Identify common features and functionality of the Mac OS and Linux operating systems
Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools
Given a scenario, install Windows PC operating systems using appropriate methods
Identify common features and functionality of the Mac OS and Linux operating systems
Given a scenario, troubleshoot PC operating system problems with appropriate tools
Identify basic features of mobile operating systems
Install and configure basic mobile device network connectivity and email
Summarize methods and data related to mobile device synchronization
Compare and contrast various methods for securing mobile devices
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues with appropriate tools
Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues with appropriate tools
Given a scenario, use appropriate safety procedures
Given a scenario with potential environmental impacts, apply the appropriate controls
Demonstrate proper communication techniques and professionalism