Bootcamp Overview:

This bootcamp is designed to prepare students for the CompTIA A+ certification exam 1201 & 1202.

Who Should Attend:

This course is ideal for candidates wishing to pursue the CompTIA A+ certification who are interested in establishing a career in Information Technology. The CompTIA A+ certification is a good choice for people looking to start a career in IT because it can help you get your first job, and it’s the industry standard for IT careers.

What’s Included:

• Four days of expert, live Computer and Hardware instruction (4 hours each day).
• Access to exam preparation software tailored specifically to the CompTIA A+ (1201 and 1202) exam.
• Engaging practical exercises, review sessions, and a practice exam on the final day to ensure full preparedness.

Prerequisites:

Participants should have passed the CIS101A and CIS101B to gain a basic understanding of Hardware, Networking, Mobiles Devices, Operating Systems, Hardware & Network Troubleshooting, Virtualization & Cloud Computing, Software Troubleshooting, Security and Operating Procedures.

Recommended Resources:

Docter, Quentin. CompTIA A+ Complete Study Guide 5th Ed. John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 2022. ISBN: 978-1-119-86291-8, ISBN: 978-1-119-86293-2 (ebk.), ISBN: 978-1-119-86292-5 (ebk.)

Certification Details:

This boot camp prepares you to pass CompTIA A+ (1201 and 1202) Certification

The exam includes Domain Percentage of Examination:

CompTIA A+ Core 1 (1201)

• 1.0 Mobile Devices  15%
• 2.0 Networking  20%
• 3.0 Hardware  25%
• 4.0 Virtualization and Cloud Computing  11%
• 5.0 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting  29%

Total  100%

CompTIA A+ Core 2 (1202)

• 1.0 Operating Systems  31%
• 2.0 Security 25%
• 3.0 Software Troubleshooting 22%
• 4.0 Operational Procedures   22%

Total  100%

What You’ll Learn:

CompTIA A+ Core 1 (1201)

1.0 Mobile Devices

• Given a scenario, install and configure laptop hardware and components.
• Compare and contrast the display components of mobile devices.
• Given a scenario, set up and configure accessories and ports of mobile devices.
• Given a scenario, configure basic mobile-device network connectivity and application support.

2.0 Networking

• Compare and contrast Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and User Datagram Protocol (UDP) ports, protocols, and their purposes.
• Compare and contrast common networking hardware.
• Compare and contrast protocols for wireless networking.
• Summarize services provided by networked hosts
• Given a scenario, install and configure basic wired/wireless small office/home office (SOHO) networks.
• Compare and contrast common network configuration concepts.
• Compare and contrast Internet connection types, network types, and their features.
• Given a scenario, use networking tools.
• 2.0 Networking

3.0 Hardware

• Explain basic cable types and their connectors, features, and purposes.
• Given a scenario, install the appropriate RAM
• Given a scenario, select and install storage devices.
• Given a scenario, install and configure motherboards, central processing units (CPUs), and add-on cards.
• Given a scenario, install or replace the appropriate power supply.
• Given a scenario, deploy and configure multifunction devices/ printers and settings.
• Given a scenario, install and replace printer consumables.

4.0 Virtualization and Cloud Computing

• Summarize cloud-computing concepts.
• Summarize aspects of client-side virtualization.

5.0 Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

• Given a scenario, apply the best practice methodology to resolve problems.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU, and power.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and diagnose problems with storage drives and RAID arrays.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot video, projector, and display issues.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot common issues with mobile devices.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot and resolve printer issues.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot problems with wired and wireless networks.

CompTIA A+ Core 2 (1202)

1.0 Operating Systems

• Identify basic features of Microsoft Windows editions.
• Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft command-line tool.
• Given a scenario, use features and tools of the Microsoft Windows 10 operating system (OS).
• Given a scenario, use the appropriate Microsoft Windows 10 Control Panel utility.
• Given a scenario, use the appropriate Windows settings.
• Given a scenario, configure Microsoft Windows networking features on a client/desktop.
• Given a scenario, apply application installation and configuration concepts.
• Explain common OS types and their purposes.
• Given a scenario, perform OS installations and upgrades in a diverse OS environment.
• Identify common features and tools of the macOS/desktop OS.
• Identify common features and tools of the Linux client/desktop OS

2.0 Security

• Summarize various security measures and their purposes.
• Compare and contrast wireless security protocols and authentication methods.
• Given a scenario, detect, remove, and prevent malware using the appropriate tools and methods.
• Explain common social-engineering attacks, threats, and vulnerabilities.
• Given a scenario, manage and configure basic security settings in the Microsoft Windows OS.
• Given a scenario, configure a workstation to meet best practices for security.
• Explain common methods for securing mobile and embedded devices.
• Given a scenario, use common data destruction and disposal methods.
• Given a scenario, configure appropriate security settings on small office/home office (SOHO) wireless and wired networks.
• Given a scenario, install and configure browsers and relevant security settings.

3.0 Software Troubleshooting

• Given a scenario, troubleshoot common Windows OS problems.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot common personal computer (PC) security issues.
• Given a scenario, use best practice procedures for malware removal.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application issues.
• Given a scenario, troubleshoot common mobile OS and application security issues.

 4.0 Operational Procedures

• Given a scenario, implement best practices associated with documentation and support systems information management.
• Explain basic change-management best practices.
• Given a scenario, implement workstation backup and recovery methods.
• Given a scenario, use common safety procedures.
• Summarize environmental impacts and local environmental controls.
• Explain the importance of prohibited content/activity and privacy, licensing, and policy concepts.
• Given a scenario, use proper communication techniques and professionalism.
• Identify the basics of scripting.
• Given a scenario, use remote access technologies.