A+ Practical Applications Part One, part of a two part series, covers the fundamentals of computer technology and the issues revolving around the PC world. Included in this part is an exploration of basic computer terminology, the function of some of the more common components inside an average computer as well as common problem and how to troubleshoot them. To enhance your learning experience, exams and demos are included in this course.
Certification Information:
The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians and over 700,000 people worldwide have become CompTIA A+ certified since 1993. . The international, vendor-neutral certification proves competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance troubleshooting, networking, security and. CompTIA A+ certified technicians also have excellent customer service and communication skills to work with clients. The latest version of CompTIA A+ is CompTIA A+ 2009 Edition.
Two exams are necessary to be certified: CompTIA A+ Practical Applications, exam code 220-701; and CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702. CompTIA A+ Practical Applications measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with at least 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.
The CompTIA A+ Practical Applications exam is made up of 100 questions and lasts 90 minutes. You will need a passing score of 700 for CompTia A+ Practical Applications on a scale of 100 to 900. The exam is provided in English and Spanish and the exam code for CompTIA A+ Practical Applications is 220-702. CompTIA certification exams are provided through Pearson VUE and Prometric and you can visit their sites to find the closest testing center to you.
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Course Objectives:
As a result of taking this course, you will be able to:
• Evaluate a customer’s needs
• Select the proper hardware
• Assemble the proper hardware
• Maintain hardware and operating systems
• Perform upgrades
Course Prerequisites:
The A+ Essentials course
Presentations:
337 Module 00: Course Introduction337 Module 01: The Ins and Outs of A+ Certification337 Module 02: PC Technician Professional Best Practices337 Module 03: Installing Power Supplies337 Module 04: Choosing Power Supplies337 Module 05: Installing the CPU337 Module 06: Installing the Motherboard337 Module 07: Configuring BIOS337 Module 08: Installing Expansion Cards337 Module 09: Professional Interaction & Communication337 Module 10: Supporting Portable Devices337 Module 11: PC Security Concepts337 Module 12: Course Summary & Evaluation
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