Class Details

CompTIA A+ Price: $2,260

This 5-day CompTIA A+ training course can be taken either online or in-person. This course supplies students with the knowledge and skills to prepare for the CompTIA A+ certification exam. The course consists of hands-on exercises and lectures focusing on topics such as computer hardware, operating systems, PC components, PC networking, PC security, laptops, and printers.

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CompTIA A+ Course Includes:

  • Expert instruction by our certified trainers
  • Courseware books, notepads, pens, highlighters and other materials
  • eBooks will be emailed to students registered for Live Online training the week prior to the start of class
  • Course retake option
  • Exam Voucher
  • A second voucher with full purchase 
  • Full breakfast with variety of bagels, fruits, yogurt, doughnuts and juice
  • Tea, coffee, and soda available throughout the day
  • Freshly baked cookies every afternoon - *only at participating locations

Course Outline

Peripherals and Adapters

  • Motherboard Components
  • Connection Interfaces
  • Display Devices
  • Audio and Multimedia Devices
  • Removable Storage Devices

System Components

  • Mass Storage Devices
  • System Memory
  • Processors 
  • BIOS and UEFI
  • Power Supplies

Troubleshooting and Mobile

  • Troubleshooting System Components
  • Laptops
  • Mobile Devices
  • Troubleshooting Mobile Devices

Print and Network Services

  • Printers
  • Configuring Printers
  • Troubleshooting Printers
  • Internet Protocol
  • Network Services

Installing Networks

  • SOHO Networks
  • SOHO Internet Connections
  • Enterprise Networks
  • Troubleshooting Networks
  • Custom Configuration

Supporting Windows (1)

  • Windows Operating System
  • Administration Tools
  • Managing Storage
  • Managing files
  • Managing Applications

Supporting Windows (2)

  • Managing Devices
  • Managing Performance
  • Maintenance and Backup
  • Installing Windows

Windows Networking

  • Configuring Network Connections
  • Securing Network Connections
  • Configuring Shared Resources
  • Virtualization

Troubleshooting and Security

  • Troubleshooting PC Operating Systems
  • Troubleshooting Boot Problems
  • Threats and Vulnerabilities
  • Viruses and Malware
  • Workstation Security
  • Data Security

Linux, OS X, and Mobile OS

  • Linux Operating System
  • OS X
  • Mobile Operating Systems
  • Mobile OS Security and Troubleshooting
  • Safety and Environmental Procedures
  • Professionalism and Communication

Objectives

CompTIA A+ Course Objectives 

At the completion of this course, students will be able to do the following:

  • Identify types and characteristics of PC and laptop components, including motherboard, CPU, memory, and storage, input, and output devices
  • Install and configure peripheral devices and system components
  • Install and configure print devices
  • Install and configure wired and wireless LAN links and internet access devices
  • Perform basic PC maintenance while working safely and responsibly
  • Communicate effectively with others

 

 

Class Exam

 

*You must purchase two A+ vouchers - one for each exam necessary to earn the certification. 

To earn the CompTIA A+ certification, candidates must pass two exams:

  • The Essentials Exam (220-901)
    • Covers PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, networking and troubleshooting hardware and network connectivity issues.
  • The Practical Application Exam (220-902)
    • 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.

Essentials Exam 220-901 Details:

  • Exam 220-901 consists of 90 questions
  • Exam is 90 minutes long
  • Exam format - multiple choice and performance-based 
  • Passing score is 675 (scoring range is 100-900)

Practical Application Exam 220-902 Details:

  • Consists of 90 questions
  • Exam is 90 minutes long
  • Exam format - multiple choice and performance-based
  • Passing score is 700 (scoring range is 100-900)

A+ Exams measure the following skills:

  • Computer hardware, security and networking knowledge
  • The ability to troubleshoot, repair and maintain problems and processes
  • Knowledge of various operating systems and software
  • Understanding of operational procedures

Phoenix TS is an authorized testing center for Pearson VUE & Prometric exams. Register for exams for visiting the Pearson VUE or Prometric websites or call us at (240) 667-7757.

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Date Location
04/23/18 - 04/27/18, 5 days, 8:30AM – 4:30PM Columbia, MD Sold Out!
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