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APLUS2 - CompTIA A Plus IT Technician Certification Training (Part 2) - Sydney

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The CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard for computer support technicians. The international, vendor-neutral certification proves competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security and troubleshooting. CompTIA A+ certified technicians also have excellent customer service and communication skills to work with clients.

CompTIA A+ is part of the certification track for corporations such as Microsoft, Hewlett-Packard, Cisco and Novell. Other technology companies, including CompuCom and Ricoh, have made CompTIA A+ certification mandatory for their service technicians. More than 700,000 people worldwide have become CompTIA A+ certified since the program’s inception in 1993.
Overview:

This 5-Day instructor-led course provides students with the knowledge and skills to install, configure and maintain both laptop and desktop hardware as well as an in depth understanding of installation, configuration and support of operating systems such as Microsoft Windows XP, Vista and Windows Server 2003/2008. Students will learn how to identify the components of Windows architecture, install and configure local and network printers and peripherals on Windows.

Participants will also learn LAN and wireless networking, how to configure and troubleshoot Internet access, perform back up, manage system files and troubleshoot errors. Participants will also work with motherboards, CPU’s, types of memory, system maintenance, troubleshooting and how to define the print process and identify procedures for servicing printers and scanners. Students will also learn security and workplace safety as well as how to communicate effectively with customers to ensure a positive customer service experience.
Audience: This course is intended for people who wish to obtain any of the CompTIA A+ Certifications, including the premier A+ certification: A+ IT Technician. This course covers key knowledge for IT aspirants, IT Technicians, Service Desk staff, Desktop and Remote Support Professionals responsible for the day-to-day operation and support of computers and any individuals looking to become a certified computer service technician or improve their knowledge of PC’s. A+ IT Technician is the recommended starting point for nearly all other IT certification paths.
Skills Gained:

After completing this course, students gain the skills to undertake the A+ Essentials and A+ IT Support Technician exams, gaining the CompTIA Support Technician credential.
Prerequisites:
Students must be familiar with basic PC use such as navigating windows and surfing the web
Key Topics:

Module 1
PC and laptop hardware: CPU’s, memory, motherboards, storage and peripherals

Module 2
PC and laptops hardware maintenance, upgrades, optimisation and troubleshooting

Module 3
Installation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Windows Operating Systems 

Module 4
Remote diagnostic tools for deployment, configuration and troubleshooting

Module 5
Configure, manage users, groups and secure shared resources

Module 6
Preventative hardware and operating systems maintenance

Module 7
Install, troubleshoot and maintain printers, scanners and other peripherals

Module 8
Networking: LAN, WAN, Internet and Wireless connectivity and security

Module 9
Security: fundamentals of wired, wireless, workplace and internet security

Module 10
Customer service, communication and professionalism in IT Support

 
Certification:

The latest version of CompTIA A+ is CompTIA A+ 2009 Edition. Two exams are necessary to be certified: CompTIA A+ Essentials, exam code 220-701; and CompTIA A+ Practical Application, exam code 220-702.

CompTIA A+ Essentials measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with at least 500 hours of hands-on experience in the lab or field. It tests for the fundamentals of computer technology, networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism now required of all entry-level IT professionals.

CompTIA A+ Practical Application is an extension of the knowledge and skills identified in CompTIA A+ Essentials, with more of a "hands-on" orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.

View the CompTIA A+ 220-701 Exam Objectives here
View the CompTIA A+ 220-702 Exam Objectives here
Exams:

Required exams: CompTIA A+ Essentials, CompTIA A+ Practical Application

Number of questions: 100 for each exam

Length of test: 90 minutes each

Passing score: 675 for CompTIA A+ Essentials, 700 for CompTIA A+ Practical Application on a scale of 100-900

Exam codes:
220-701 for CompTIA A+ Essentials
220-702 for CompTIA A+ Practical Application

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