Complete A+ Guide to IT Hardware and Software (1101/1102)
uCertify’s CompTIA A+ (220-1101 & 220-1102) course and lab are designed to enhance the latest knowledge and skills of an IT professional. The course contains interactive tools like CompTIA A+ exam objective-based lessons, test preps, and live labs for a hands-on experience. It will be a great source to learn about Mobile Devices, Networking, Hardware, Virtualization and Cloud Computing, and Hardware and Network Troubleshooting.
- Price: $419.99
- Delivery method: eLearning
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Test Prep
90+ Pre Assessment Questions |
2+ Full Length Tests |
90+ Post Assessment Questions |
180+ Practice Test Questions
Features
110+ LiveLab |
108+ Video tutorials |
02:05+ Hours
Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based
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Outline
Lessons 1:
Introduction
- What’s New in the Ninth Edition?
- Organization of the Text
- Features of This course
- CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives
Lessons 2:
Introduction to the World of IT
- Who Needs This Course?
- Technician Qualities
- Breaking into IT with the CompTIA A+ Certification
- Basic Skills for This Course
- Types of Computers
- Basic Computer Hardware
- Mice and Keyboards
- Common Peripherals
- 1s and 0s
- Safety Notes
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 3:
Connectivity
- Introduction to Connectivity
- External Connectivity
- Mouse and Keyboard Ports
- Video Ports
- Audio Ports
- eSATA Ports
- Modem and Serial Ports
- Network Ports
- Network Cabling
- Integrated Motherboard Ports
- Getting to Know Ports
- Wireless Connectivity for Input Devices
- Soft Skills: Using Appropriate Titles
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 4:
On the Motherboard
- Introduction to the Motherboard
- Processor Overview
- Processor Basics
- Speeding Up Processor Operations Overview
- Clocking
- Cache
- Threading Technology
- Connecting to the Processor
- Multicore Processors
- Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
- Introduction to Virtualization
- Intel Processors
- AMD Processors
- CPU Sockets
- Processor Cooling
- Installing a Processor
- Upgrading Processors
- Overclocking Processors
- Installing CPU Thermal Solutions
- Troubleshooting Processor Issues
- Expansion Slots
- PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
- AGP (Accelerated Graphics Port)
- PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)
- Motherboard Security Options
- Types of Motherboards
- Upgrading and Replacing Motherboards
- Motherboard Troubleshooting
- Soft Skills: Active Listening
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 5:
Introduction to Configuration
- Configuration Overview
- BIOS Overview
- The Setup Program
- Flash BIOS
- BIOS/UEFI Configuration Settings
- CMOS Memory
- Motherboard Battery
- Firmware Updates: Flashing/Clearing the BIOS/UEFI
- Other Configuration Parameters
- Hardware Configuration Overview
- Installing a USB Device
- Installing an eSATA Card
- Installing a Network Interface Card
- Troubleshooting Configurations
- Soft Skills: A Good Technician Practice: Change Only One Thing At A Time And Document
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 6:
Disassembly and Power
- Disassembly Overview
- Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
- Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
- Tools
- Disassembly
- Reassembly
- Preventive Maintenance
- Basic Electronics Overview
- Power Supply Overview
- Replacing or Upgrading a Power Supply
- Power Protection
- Symptoms of Power Supply Problems
- Soft Skills: Written Communications Skills
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 7:
Memory
- Memory Overview
- Memory Physical Packaging
- Planning a Memory Installation
- Installing Memory Overview
- Virtual RAM
- Monitoring Memory Usage in Windows
- Older Applications in Windows
- Troubleshooting Memory Problems
- Removable Storage
- Soft Skills: Teamwork
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 8:
Storage Devices
- Storage Devices Overview
- Hard Drive Overview
- Solid-State Drive (SSD) Overview
- Mechanical Drive Interfaces Overview
- M.2 and NVMe
- PATA, SATA, and SAS Connectivity
- Storage Device Configuration Overview
- System BIOS/UEFI Configuration for Storage Devices
- Hard Drive Preparation Overview
- Windows Disk Management
- Fault Tolerance
- Windows Storage Spaces
- Disk Caching/Virtual Memory
- Troubleshooting Storage Devices Overview
- Data Loss and Corruption
- Troubleshooting New Storage Device Installation
- Troubleshooting Previously Installed Storage Devices
- RAID Issues
- SSD Issues
- Soft Skills: Phone Skills
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 9:
Video and Multimedia Devices
- Multimedia Devices Overview
- Video Overview
- Video Cards
- Projectors
- Introduction to Audio
- Installing Sound Cards
- Sound Cards Using Windows
- Speakers
- Troubleshooting Sound Problems
- Optical Drive Overview
- Optical Drive Installation
- Troubleshooting Optical Drive Issues
- Scanners
- Other Multimedia Devices
- Soft Skills: Attitude
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 10:
Printers and Multifunction Devices
- Printer/Multifunction Device Overview
- Categories of Printers
- Impact Printers
- Inkjet Printers
- Laser Printers
- Thermal Printers
- 3-D Printers
- Paper
- Virtual Printing
- Refilling Cartridges, Re-inking Ribbons, and Recycling Cartridges
- Upgrading Printers
- Printer Maintenance
- Printer Installation Overview
- Installing Multifunction Devices
- USB Printer Installation
- Printers in the Windows Environment
- Printer Sharing
- Cloud Printing/Scanning
- General Printer Troubleshooting
- USB-Attached Printer Troubleshooting
- Windows Printer Troubleshooting
- Impact Printer Troubleshooting
- Inkjet Printer Troubleshooting
- Laser Printer Troubleshooting
- Soft Skills: Work Ethics
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 11:
Mobile Devices
- Mobile Device Overview
- Using Mobile Devices
- Cell Phones
- Mobile Apps
- Mobile Device Wired Connectivity
- Mobile Device Wireless Connectivity
- Mobile Device Email Configuration
- Mobile Device Synchronization and Backup
- Other Mobile Software Tools
- Laptops Overview
- Laptop Hardware
- Laptop Power
- Laptop Repairs Overview
- Laptop Display
- Mobile Device Security
- Mobile Device Travel and Storage
- Mobile Device Troubleshooting Overview
- Soft Skills: A Word about Appearance
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 12:
Computer Design and Troubleshooting Review
- Design Overview
- Computer System Design
- Motherboard and Associated Component Design
- Power Supply and Case Design
- Storage Subsystem Design
- Audio Subsystem Design
- Display Subsystem Design
- Troubleshooting Overview
- Step 1. Identify the Problem
- Step 2. Establish a Theory of Probable Cause (Question the Obvious)
- Step 3. Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
- Step 4. Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Solution
- Step 5. Verify Full System Functionality and, If Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures
- Step 6. Document the Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
- Sample Troubleshooting Flowcharts
- Soft Skills: Dealing with Difficult Customers
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 13:
Internet Connectivity, Virtualization, and Cloud Technologies
- Internet Connectivity Overview
- Dial-up Connectivity
- Cable Modems
- xDSL Modems
- VoIP
- Fiber Networks
- Satellite Modems
- Mobile Connectivity Overview
- Web Browsers
- Basic Web Browser Issues
- Introduction to Virtualization
- Desktop Virtualization Basics
- Cloud Computing
- Soft Skills: Mentoring
- Lesson Summary
- Activities
Lessons 14:
Networking
- Networking Overview
- Network Media Overview
- Ethernet Over Power
- Protecting Your Network and Cable Investment
- The OSI Model
- The TCP/IP Model
- Network Addressing
- More IPv4 Addressing
- Wireless Networks Overview