Overview/Description Target Audience Expected Duration Lesson Objectives Course Number Overview/Description
The CompTIA A+ 220-901 course is the introduction to computer troubleshooting and technical support. This course focuses on establishing best practices in troubleshooting, networking, and security across a variety of devices. It covers the ability to assemble computer components based on specific requirements, and how to install, configure, and maintain PCs and software for end users. It also teaches basic networking and virtualization skills, plus appropriate customer support. And it gives students the knowledge to properly diagnose, resolve, and document an assortment of hardware and software issues through proper troubleshooting techniques. This course is preparation for anybody planning to take the CompTIA A+ Certification exams. Upon completion of this course, students should also complete the CompTIA A+ 220-902 course, as preparation for the second half of the that two-part exam.
Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course. However, a basic understanding of computer systems and network technologies is expected.
Certification
CompTIA A+
Exams
CompTIA A+ 220-901
Outline
CompTIA A+ 220-901
Inside a Computer
Computer Components
Building a Computer
Computer Networking
Portable Devices
Printers
Target Audience
CompTIA A+ 220-901 is a foundation course for students preparing to enter the field of computer troubleshooting and technical support, or any computer hardware or networking specialization. Students pursuing CompTIA A+ certification should attend both the CompTIA A+ 220-901 and CompTIA A+ 220-902 courses.