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Preparing for the CompTIA A+® Certification Exam: Hands-On

 
Course: 445   Duration: 5 Days
 
 

You Will Learn How To

  • Prepare to pass the CompTIA 2009 A+ Essentials and A+ Practical Application Certification Exams
  • Identify the fundamental principles, tools and troubleshooting techniques for personal computers
  • Apply best practices for configuration and optimisation of personal computers and laptops
  • Explore Windows configuration and upgrading options
  • Analyse the primary components of networks, cabling and networking protocols
  • Recognise computer security techniques to prevent unauthorised access

Course Benefits

This course prepares you for the CompTIA 2009 A+ Essentials Exam (220-701) and the A+ Practical Application Certification Exam (220-702), the two exams required to achieve the CompTIA A+ 2009 Certification. You gain the knowledge to install, configure and optimise personal computer hardware and operating systems, providing you with the necessary skills to take the CompTIA A+ 2009 Edition Certification Exams. This course includes coverage of Windows 7 CompTIA A+ exam topics.

Who Should Attend

Anyone who wants to achieve A+ Certification, including government personnel seeking IAT-1 certification to fulfill the DoD 8570.1 Directive. You should have at least six months of work experience in PC support.

Hands-On Training

Hands-on exercises and end-of-chapter exam questions prepare you for the A+ Essentials and Practical Application Certification Exams. Exercises include:
  • Disassembling the PC
  • Mapping the motherboard
  • POST and examining the PC BIOS settings
  • Installing adapter cards
  • Configuring a serial ATA hard drive
  • Installing Windows
  • Configuring TCP/IP network settings

Related Courses

  • 145 PC Configuration and Troubleshooting
  • 150 Advanced PC Configuration & Troubleshooting
  • 446 Preparing for the CompTIA Security+ Certification Exam
  • 170 Virtualisation Technologies Comprehensive Introduction
  • 451 Network Configuration and Troubleshooting
  • 2005 Implementing Information Security with ISO/IEC 27002 Certification

 
CompTIA A+ is a registered trademark of the Computing Technology Industry Association, Inc. The CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum logo is a proprietary trademark of CompTIA. All rights reserved.
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Productivity through Education®
 
 

Preparing for the CompTIA A+® Certification Exam: Hands-On

 
Course: 445   Duration: 5 Days
 
 
Course Content
 

A+ Exam Overview and Strategies

  • Purpose and benefits
  • Basic exam structure

Identifying and Installing Personal Computer Components

Microprocessors

  • Intel
  • Pentium
  • Core 2 Duo
  • AMD
  • Athlon
  • Clock circuits
  • Cache memory
  • 32 bit vs. 64 bit

Identifying motherboard components

  • CPU and Chipset
  • CMOS RAM
  • BIOS Flash EEPROM
  • Memory slots: DIMM, RIMM
  • Integrated I/O connectors

The power supply and display

  • Testing power supplies
  • Display types: CRT, LCD
  • Display adapter cards: PCI, AGP, PCIe

Installing and expanding memory

  • RAM device types: SDRAM, DDR/DDR2/DDR3, RAMBUS
  • Packaging formats: DIMM, RIMM, SoDIMM, Micro-DIMM
  • Error checking: parity, nonparity, ECC

PC communication devices

  • Parallel: EPP, ECP
  • Serial interfaces
  • USB 2.0
  • Network interface cards
  • IEEE 1394/Firewire

Data storage systems

  • Hard drive types: EIDE, PATA, SATA, eSATA, SCSI
  • Partitioning and formatting hard discs
  • Optical storage devices

Troubleshooting strategies for PCs

  • Initial troubleshooting steps
  • Diagnostic tools
  • Power-On Self Test (POST)
  • CMOS setup configuration

Maintaining Portable Computers

Identifying components

  • RAM
  • Hard drives
  • Input devices
  • NICs and Mini-PCI
  • Batteries and power considerations

Troubleshooting portable PCs

  • Cleaning
  • Heat
  • Protecting from physical damage
  • Diagnosing common portable problems

Supporting Printers and Scanners

Installing and configuring printers and scanners

  • Dot matrix
  • Inkjet
  • Laser
  • Laser printer and scanner components

Troubleshooting printer and scanner problems

  • Printer self test
  • External cables
  • Printer/scanner interface

Managing Windows Operating Systems

Windows architecture

  • Main system files: BOOT.INI, NTLDR, NTDETECT.COM
  • File systems: FAT, NTFS
  • Windows registry

Installing and upgrading Windows

  • Comparing Windows OS features: 2000, XP 32/64 bit, Vista 32/64 bit, Windows 7 32/64 bit
  • Identifying valid upgrade paths
  • Installing service packs and device drivers

Managing, optimising and troubleshooting

  • Administering Windows with Event Viewer and Task Manager
  • Optimising virtual memory and hard disc performance
  • Troubleshooting Windows startup and hardware problems

Fundamentals of Networking

Network cabling and protocols

  • UTP (CAT5, 5e, CAT6), STP, Fibre
  • TCP/IP, IPv4, IPv6, NETBEUI/NETBIOS

Wireless networking

  • IEEE 802.11a, b, g, n
  • Wireless security: WEP, WPA, WPA2

Internet connection technologies

  • LAN/WAN, ISDN, DSL, Cable, Satellite
  • IP addressing

Troubleshooting network and Internet problems

  • TCP/IP settings: Gateway, subnet mask, DNS
  • PING, TRACERT, NETSTAT, IPCONFIG

Computer Security Best Practices

Ensuring physical security

  • Preventing unauthorised access
  • Hardware authentication devices

Detecting and fighting malware

  • Authentication technologies
  • Firewalls
  • Windows User Account Control (UAC)

Ensuring Safety in the Workplace

Safe operating environments

  • Protecting against Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
  • Environmental guidelines
  • Hardware disposal procedures

Communication and Professionalism

  • Speaking with clear and concise statements
  • Employing active listening skills
  • Applying effective customer service practices
 
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Preparing for the CompTIA A+® Certification Exam: Hands-On

 
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