CompTIA A+ Training
CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to networking to virtualization and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world.
CompTIA A+
CompTIA A+ is the only industry recognized credential with performance testing to prove pros can think on their feet to perform critical IT support tasks. It is trusted by employers around the world to identify the go-to person in end point management & technical support roles. CompTIA A+ appears in more tech support job listings than any other IT credential.
Course Overview
The CompTIA A+ Core Series requires candidates to pass two exams: Core 1 and Core 2 which emphasize the technologies and skills IT pros need to support a hybrid workforce and cover the following new content:
- Increased reliance on SaaS applications for remote work
- More on troubleshooting and how to remotely diagnose and correct common software, hardware, or connectivity problems
- Changing core technologies from cloud virtualization and IoT device security to data management and scripting
Multiple operating systems now encountered by technicians on a regular basis, including the major systems, their use cases, and how to keep them running properly
Reflect on the changing nature of the job role, where many tasks are sent to specialized providers as certified personnel need to assess whether it’s best to fix something on site, or to save time and money by sending proprietary technologies directly to vendors
Course Outline
- Lesson 1: Installing Motherboards and Connectors
- Lesson 2: Installing System Devices
- Lesson 3: Troubleshooting PC Hardware
- Lesson 4: Comparing Local Networking Hardware
- Lesson 5: Configuring Network Addressing and Internet Connections
- Lesson 6: Supporting Network Services
- Lesson 7: Summarizing Virtualization and Cloud Concepts
- Lesson 8: Supporting Mobile Devices
- Lesson 9: Supporting Print Devices
- Lesson 10: Configuring Windows
- Lesson 11: Managing Windows
- Lesson 12: Identifying OS Types and Features
- Lesson 13: Supporting Windows
- Lesson 14 : Managing Windows Networking
- Lesson 15: Managing Linux and macOS
- Lesson 16: Configuring SOHO Network Security
- Lesson 17: Managing Security Settings
- Lesson 18: Supporting Mobile Software
- Lesson 19: Using Support and Scripting Tools
- Lesson 20: Implementing Operational Procedures
Intended Audience
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 Certification Exam and the CompTIA A+ Core 2 Certification Exam.
Prerequisites
To learn with the CompTIA A+ Certification Study Guides and prepare for your exams, you should have successfully completed the CompTIA IT Fundamentals course or have some basic experience using a PC, Windows, and browsing the web. Specifically, we recommend that you have the following skills and knowledge before starting this course:
- Recognize the main components of a PC as well as storage media such as USB drives and DVD.
- Start the computer and navigate the operating system desktop.
- Use Windows Explorer to create directories and subdirectories and manage files.
- Use a web browser to view websites.
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Sample training request letter
Subject: Request for IT Infrastructure & Virtualization training from Applied Technology Academy
[Decision Maker Name],
I'm writing to request time and budget approval to complete Applied Technology Academy's course, CompTIA A+ Training. The information below outlines how this training benefits our organization, the tasks I'll be able to perform after completing it, and relevant cost and funding details.
Course Description
CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to networking to virtualization and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. Applied Technology Academy is an award-winning, SBA-certified woman-owned training provider (est. 2008) whose instructors are active practitioners; the course is hands-on with virtual labs and a learn-by-doing methodology.
Course Objectives
Once I've completed the course, I'll have hands-on, job-ready skills in it infrastructure & virtualization that I can apply immediately to our work.
Expected Organizational Benefits
After completing this course, I will be better equipped to apply these skills directly to our projects, reduce our reliance on outside expertise, strengthen our team's capabilities, and share what I learn with colleagues.
Expected Cost & Funding
Course fee: [request an itemized quote at the link below]. Applied Technology Academy supports multiple funding paths that may reduce or cover this cost: GSA MAS purchasing and government purchase orders, military credentialing funding (Army CA, AF COOL, CG COOL), VA GI Bill and VR&E, ATA Flexible Spending, and student financing. Private team cohorts are available if colleagues should attend with me.
Conclusion
This training provides practical, hands-on experience I can apply immediately to strengthen our work in it infrastructure & virtualization. Additional course information is available at https://appliedtechnologyacademy.com/comptia-training/a-plus-training/.
Thank you for your consideration,
[Your Name]
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