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A+ Windows 7 Essentials
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What is CompTIA A+?CompTIA A+ is a vendor-neutral certification which is globally recognized by major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers. Obtaining your CompTIA A+ certification validates the skills needed by today’s computer support professionals. A CompTIA A+ Technician will be able to perform task such as installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventative maintenance and networking. Course Structure Summary: CompTIA A+: Windows 7 EssentialsIn order to complete the CompTIA A+: Windows 7 Essentials course, students will have to complete two components: CompTIA A+ Certification: Essentials, and CompTIA A+ Certification: Practical Application. These components contain the following units: CompTIA A+ Essentials
CompTIA A+ Practical Application
ASSESSMENT AND AWARDFor this course, you will have to complete assignments and send them to the College. In addition, this course will prepare you to take your external CompTIA A+ exams:
Once you have successfully completed the exams, your Prometric Testing Centre will provide you with a report and CompTIA will issue you with a certification pack. Included in your certification pack is a credit card with the details of the exams that you have passed as well as the expiry date, which means you will have to update your exam every three years by enrolling on CompTIA's continuing education program to keep your certification current. Why should I study CompTIA A+?Almost all organisations need IT support. Completing the CompTIA A+ certification will demonstrate your abilities as an IT professional, since you will be trained in a wide variety of IT-related topics. This qualification not only equips you with the essentials of IT support, but provides you with the opportunity to practically apply what you’ve learnt. Potential employers will realise that someone with a CompTIA A+ certification is a step above just basic IT support. Successful completion of CompTIA A+ Windows 7 Essentials will mean that you have obtained computer technician skills using Microsoft Windows 7. The CompTIA A+ qualification is also your stepping stone to the CompTIA Network+ certification. Is CompTIA A+: Windows 7 Essentials the right course for you – QUESTIONNAIRE?Do this questionnaire to find out if this is the right course for you. Answer Yes or No.
If you answered YES to more than five of these questions, then this is the right programme of study for you. Call the College on 0800 21 23 22 to take the next step. If you did NOT answer yes to more than five of the questions, perhaps you should consider registering for one of our other career skills courses. Other Career Skills courses you may be interested in
Detailed Outcomes: CompTIA A+: Windows 7 EssentialsCompTIA A+ EssentialsTroubleshooting methodology
Operating systems
Electricity and power supplies
CPUs and motherboards
The basic input/output system
Memory systems
Bus structures
Expansion cards
Peripheral connection types
Data storage devices
Video output and image input devices
Printers
Connecting computers
Networking computers
Portable computers
Monitoring and management
Operating system troubleshooting
Security
Windows installation and upgrades
Safety and maintenance
Troubleshooting hardware
System cases
CompTIA A+ Practical ApplicationPower systems
CPUs and motherboards
Memory systems
Expansion cards
Data storage devices
Printers and scanners
Mobile computing
Windows management
Windows maintenance
SOHO networking
Network troubleshooting
Security
Binary, octal and hexadecimal numbering
Computer RequirementsPlease see the hardware and software requirements your computer should have below: Hardware and Software Required
Important Exam InformationThis course will prepare you for the CompTIA A+ examinations:
You will need to contact a Prometric Testing centre two weeks before you want to write your exams on telephone number 0800 991 120. The exam fees are not included in your College SA programme fees. In order to take the exam, you have purchase exam vouchers. You will be given these exam vouchers from the College if you register with College SA on the “All Inclusive” fee option. If you do not register on the “All Inclusive fee option” you will be responsible for buying your own exam vouchers from Prometric. Good news! You can now buy your exam vouchers directly from the College. To make things EVEN EASIER for you, we have arranged that you can get your Exam Vouchers directly from the College (instead of from Prometric Testing). This is just one more way in which we want to make things simpler for you. Call the College SA Student Support Department on this number: 0861 663 663 and tell your student support agent that you would like to purchase Exam Vouchers. To find out more about CompTIA’s continuing education program please go to: http://www.comptia.org/certifications/listed/a.aspx The 220-701 CompTIA A+ Essentials exam tests the fundamental skills of an entry-level IT professional with a recommended 500 hours hands-on experience in a lab or the field. The exam consists of 100 questions and the duration of the exam is 90 minutes. Your passing score is 675 out of 900 which is 75% The 220-702 CompTIA A+ Practical Application exam is an extension of the skills you have mastered in the CompTIA A+ Essentials exam and is a hands-on practical application of those skills using scenarios in which you will troubleshoot and use tools to resolve problems. The exam consists of 100 questions and the duration of the exam is 90 minutes. Your passing score is 700 out of 900 which is 78% MORE ABOUT COMPTIAFor 25 years, the Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) has been dedicated to advancing the growth of the information technology (IT) industry and those working within it. With more than 19,000 members in 89 countries, CompTIA is the leading global IT trade association with influence in all areas of the IT industry worldwide. Headquartered in Chicago, CompTIA also has offices in Amsterdam, Brussels, Dusseldorf, Hong Kong, Johannesburg, London, Ottawa, Sao Paulo, Singapore, Sydney, Tokyo, Toronto and Washington, D.C. CompTIA is the leading association representing the international technology community. Its goal is to provide a unified voice, global advocacy and leadership, and to advance industry growth through standards, professional competence, and education and business solutions. In order to most efficiently serve the industry and its members, CompTIA has developed specialized initiatives and programs dedicated to major areas within the IT industry. They include convergence technology, e-commerce, IT training, software services, certification, public policy and workforce development. Find out more about CompTIA initiatives. Information technology has become a significant presence in all areas of business today and CompTIA's membership reflects that breadth. CompTIA's membership includes manufacturers, distributors, resellers, solution providers, ISPs, ASPs, software developers, e-commerce and telecom companies. As a result of CompTIA's involvement in IT education, training and public policy many academic, not-for-profit and government agencies have also joined the association. CompTIA consistently offers all of its members access to industry research, networking and partnering opportunities, best practices and developed standards INTERESTED? WANT TO FIND OUT MORE?If you would like to find out more about CompTIA A+: Windows 7 Essentials, fill in this short Form and then one of our friendly Student Registrars will respond to your questions and will provide you with all the information you need. |
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