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IIT 1020 - A+ Certification Preparation


Clock Hours: 320

Delivery Mode
on-ground

Prerequisites: IIT 1011 Technology Foundations

Industry Certifications
  • CompTIA A+
  • TestOut PC Pro


Course Description:
A+ Certification Preparation prepares students for the CompTIA A+ Core Series examinations. Course content focuses on technologies and skills IT professionals need to support a hybrid workforce.

 

Student Learning Outcomes:

  1. Identifying, using, and connecting hardware components and devices
  2. Types of networks and connections, including TCP/IP, WIFI, and SOHO
  3. Install and configure laptops and other mobile devices and support applications
  4. Install and support Windows OS, including command line and client support system, system configuration imaging, and troubleshooting Mac OS, Chrome OS, Android, and Linux OS
  5. Troubleshooting real-world device and network issues
  6. Cloud computing concepts and set up client-side virtualization
  7. Troubleshooting PC and mobile device issues including common OS, malware, and security issues
  8. Security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
  9. Best practices for safety, environmental impacts, communication and professionalism