This 5-day CompTIA A+ Core hands-on course is designed to prepare you for the CompTIA 220-1001 exam. The course provides the background knowledge and skills you require to be a successful A+ technician.
CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. It is the only industry recognised credential with performance-based items to prove pros can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks in the moment. It is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management and technical support roles. CompTIA A+ is regularly re-invented by IT experts to ensure that it validates core skills and abilities demanded in the workplace.
Please note: The exam is not included in the course fee but can be purchased separately.
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What you’ll learn
On successful course completion, students will be able to:
Install and configure PC system unit components and peripheral devices
Install, configure, and troubleshoot display and multimedia devices
Install, configure, and troubleshoot storage devices
Install, configure, and troubleshoot internal system components
Explain network infrastructure concepts
Configure and troubleshoot network connections
Implement client virtualisation and cloud computing
Support and troubleshoot laptops
Support and troubleshoot mobile devices
Install, configure, and troubleshoot print devices
CompTIA at DDLS
CompTIA is the voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. A non-profit association, CompTIA offers IT professionals vendor neutral, industry-leading IT certifications. DDLS is proud to be a CompTIA Authorised Training Partner – offering A+, Security +, Linux+, Network+.
From our state-of-the-art classrooms to telepresence to your offices, our instructor-led training caters to your needs.
Track Record
30 years driving innovative, award-winning learning solutions
More Courses, More Often
When you train with DDLS you get more courses, more often, in more locations and from more vendors.
Quality instructors and content
Expert instructors with real world experience and the latest vendor- approved in-depth course content.
Partner-Preferred Supplier
Chosen and awarded by the world’s leading vendors as preferred training partner.
Ahead of the technology curve
No matter your chosen technologies or platforms, we can help you stay one step ahead.
Train Anywhere
From our state-of-the-art classrooms to telepresence to your offices, our instructor-led training caters to your needs.
Track Record
30 years driving innovative, award-winning learning solutions
More Courses, More Often
When you train with DDLS you get more courses, more often, in more locations and from more vendors.
Quality instructors and content
Expert instructors with real world experience and the latest vendor- approved in-depth course content.
Partner-Preferred Supplier
Chosen and awarded by the world’s leading vendors as preferred training partner.
Ahead of the technology curve
No matter your chosen technologies or platforms, we can help you stay one step ahead.
Train Anywhere
From our state-of-the-art classrooms to telepresence to your offices, our instructor-led training caters to your needs.
Track Record
30 years driving innovative, award-winning learning solutions
More Courses, More Often
When you train with DDLS you get more courses, more often, in more locations and from more vendors.
Who is the course for?
This course is designed for individuals who have basic computer user skills and who are interested in obtaining a job as an entry-level IT technician. This course is also designed for students who are seeking the CompTIA A+ certification and who want to prepare for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 220-1001 Certification Exam.
We can also deliver and customise this training course for larger groups – saving your organisation time, money and resources. For more information, please contact us on 1800 U LEARN (1800 853 276).
Course subjects
Lesson 1: Installing and Configuring PC Components
Use Appropriate Safety Procedures
PC Components
Common Connection Interfaces
Install Peripheral Devices
Troubleshooting Methodology
Lesson 2: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Display and Multimedia Devices
Install and Configure Display Devices
Troubleshoot Display Devices
Install and Configure Multimedia Devices
Lesson 3: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Storage Devices
Install System Memory
Install and Configure Mass Storage Devices
Install and Configure Removable Storage
Configure RAID
Troubleshoot Storage Devices
Lesson 4: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Internal System Components
Install and Upgrade CPUs
Configure and Update BIOS/UEFI
Install Power Supplies
Troubleshoot Internal System Components
Configure a Custom PC
Lesson 5: Network Infrastructure Concepts
Wired Networks
Network Hardware Devices
Wireless Networks
Internet Connection Types
Network Configuration Concepts
Network Services
Lesson 6: Configuring and Troubleshooting Networks
Configure Network Connection Settings
Install and Configure SOHO Networks
Configure SOHO Network Security
Configure Remote Access
Troubleshoot Network Connections
Install and Configure IoT Devices
Lesson 7: Implementing Client Virtualisation and Cloud Computing
Configure Client-Side Virtualisation
Cloud Computing Concepts
Lesson 8: Supporting and Troubleshooting Laptops
Use Laptop Features
Install and Configure Laptop Hardware
Troubleshoot Common Laptop Issues
Lesson 9: Supporting and Troubleshooting Mobile Devices
Mobile Device Types
Connect and Configure Mobile Device Accessories
Configure Mobile Device Network Connectivity
Support Mobile Apps
Lesson 10: Installing, Configuring, and Troubleshooting Print Devices
To ensure your success in this course, you should have experience with basic computer user skills, be able to complete tasks in a Microsoft Windows environment, be able to search for, browse, and access information on the Internet, and have basic knowledge of computing concepts. You can obtain this level of skills and knowledge by taking the following official CompTIA courses:
The Official CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ (Exam FC0-U61)
Note: The prerequisites for this course might differ significantly from the prerequisites for the CompTIA certification exam. For the most up-to-date information about the exam prerequisites, complete the form on this page.
Terms & Conditions
The supply of this course by DDLS is governed by the booking terms and conditions. Please read the terms and conditions carefully before enrolling in this course, as enrolment in the course is conditional on acceptance of these terms and conditions.
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