CompTIA A+ Certification

Install, maintain and configure IT infrastructure system        

ABOUT THE PROGRAM

CompTIA A+ Certification is designed to provide a fundamental understanding of IT technologies including operating systems, mobile and traditional devices. This is the entry-level exam that is focused on personnel who want to have a job role in the tech discipline. During the course, the delegates will go through the introduction to the skills for entering into the IT industry.

  • Gain skills and knowledge regarding management of IT infrastructure

  • Delivered by highly experienced and certified instructor

  • Intended for Support Engineers and Desktop Engineers

  • 24*7 help and support

WHAT'S INCLUDED ?

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Courseware

Courseware will also be provided to the delegates so that they can revise the course after the training.

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Exam Prepration Tips

It helps in preparation for the exam so that they can score well.

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Certificate

Delegates will get certification of completion at the end of the course.

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Tutor Support

A dedicated tutor will be at your disposal throughout the training to guide you through any issues.

PREREQUISITES

CompTIA A+ Certification course doesn’t have any prerequisite but having knowledge regarding windows system and infrastructure components can be beneficial.

TARGET AUDIENCE

CompTIA A+ Certification course is best suited for the following audience:

  • PC Support Analyst
  • Support Engineer
  • Maintenance Engineer
  • Desktop Engineer
  • IT Technician
  • IT Support Administrator
  • Field Service Technician

WHAT WILL YOU LEARN?

Upon the successful completion of the course, the delegates will learn about the following:

  • Learn how to install, configure and troubleshoot MS Windows
  • Explore various ways to recover the system from malware
  • Get to know about the measure configuration like security policy, encryption authentication and firewalls
  • Determine Anti-virus tools

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PROGRAM OVERVIEW

CompTIA A+ Certification helps the delegates to learn about security, troubleshooting and networking across numerous devices. The candidates will be able to enter into an IT career with various other opportunities. After this training, the delegates will be able to use basic components of computer software and hardware.


PROGRAM CONTENT

Introduction to Windows

  • Overview of Windows Operating System
  • Describe Windows Vista, 7 and 8
  • System requirements
  • Upgrading paths
  • Identify Administration Tools
  • Control Panel and System Properties
  • Define Arrays Adding and File Management
  • Recognise Administrative Tools
  • Windows Registry
  • Storage Management
  • Disk Partitions and File Systems
  • Mount Points and Disk Images
  • Navigation of Directories and File Management using a Command Prompt
  • Management of Applications, Software and Services

 

Introduction to Supporting Windows

  • Define Device Management
  • Hardware configuration
  • Device Manager usage
  • Sound and Display Settings
  • Performance observation and system information management
  • Advanced System Properties
  • Organisation of Hard Disk and its Implementation
  • Overview of BIOS and UEFI
  • What is Restoring System?
  • Troubleshoot Windows, Models, and Processes
  • Troubleshoot Windows and Application Errors
  • Users and Group Accounts
  • Installation of Windows and Boot Methods
  • Advanced Boot Options Menu description
  • Repair System and Reinstallation
  • Overview of Maintenance and Backup
  • Understand Disk Maintenance Utilities and Task Scheduler
  • Understand Patch Management and Data Backup
  • Restoring User Profiles
  • Overview of Threats and Susceptibilities
  • Understanding Security Basics, Policies, and Engineering
  • Network Footprinting and fingerprinting
  • Methods of Network Attack
  • Describing Viruses and Malware
  • Types of Malware
  • Define Anti-virus software and symptoms
  • Understanding Quarantine and Remediation
  • Malware Infections avoidance
  • Securing Workstations
  • Workstation, Digital, and Physical Security
  • Security of Data
  • Data and Corporate Security Policy
  • Data Encryption and Disposal Methods
  • Understanding Data Incident Response Policies

Introduction to Supporting Windows Networks

  • Define Network Connections and IP Configuration
  • Define Windows, Network and Host Firewalls
  • Getting SOHO Networks
  • Discuss Shared Resources Configuration
  • Introduction to Domains, Workgroups, and Homegroups
  • File and Folder Sharing Configuration
  • Understanding NTFS File and Folder Permissions
  • Network card properties
  • Establishing Internet Connections and Remote Access Utilities
  • Obtaining Network Connections
  • Overview of Virtualization and Services
  • Security Requests and Cloud Computing
  • Define Networked Host Services

Linux, OS X, and Mobile OS

  • Overview of Linux Operating System
  • Classifying Linux Distros and Shells
  • OS X
  • Software management, networking, and troubleshooting
  • Linux File System
  • Linux User Accounts
  • Cellular Data Networks and Wi-Fi
  • Bluetooth Networks
  • Mobile OS Security and Troubleshooting
  • Mobile OS Security, Access Control, and Policies
  • Troubleshooting Mobile OS, Wireless and Security Issues
  • Outline of Safety and Environmental Processes
  • Describing Local Government Regulations and Electrical Safety
  • Describing Cable Management and Lifting Methods
  • Defining Disposal and Recycling
  • Overview of Cable Management and Lifting Techniques
  • What are Customer Services and Communication Skills

Introduction to Peripherals and Adapters:

  • Elements of Motherboard
  • System Case Types and disassembling a PC
  • Overview of connection interfaces
  • Defining various types of ports and devices
  • Peripheral Installation and configuration
  • What are display devices
  • Motherboard Layout and Sizes
  • Motherboard Components and Bus Architecture
  • Discuss types of display devices
  • Troubleshooting of display problems
  • Overview of audio and multimedia device
  • Describing storage devices and adapters

Introduction to Flash and Tape drives

Introduction to System Components

  • Overview of mass storage devices
  • Introduction to memories and Central Processing Unit
  • Define Architecture, Features and Packaging of CPU
  • Overview of BIOS and UEFI
  • Discuss Components, devices and BIOS security configuration
  • Describing electrical circuits and Power Supply Unit
  • Define PSU Installation

Introduction to Troubleshooting and Mobile Devices

  • Overview of Troubleshooting System Components
  • What are Troubleshooting power and hardware problems
  • Define Troubleshooting Post and motherboard components
  • Defining Laptop types and features
  • What are types of mobile devices
  • Describing Mobile Accessories and Ports
  • Troubleshoot mobile displays

Describe Printer and Network Hardware

  • What are various types of printers
  • Install, Configure and Networking of printers
  • Maintenance of various kinds of printers
  • Troubleshooting print types and errors
  • Network Architecture and topologies
  • OSI Model and Types of network
  • Introduction to Ethernet networks
  • Defining cablings
  • Introduction to Hubs, Bridges and Switches

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ABOUT Bracknell

Located in the Borough of Bracknell Forest in Berkshire, England, Bracknell is a town having a population of 77,256. It is located 11 miles to the east of Reading and 34 miles west of central London. The name, Bracknell, comes from Braccan Heal. It may also have got its name from a school in the locality called the Brakenhale. There is a standing stone to the north-east of the city known as the Quelm Stone. The Quelm Stone is a menhir i.e. a stone that is rough and in the form of a rectangle or square. One of the main buildings in Bracknell is the ‘Old Manor House’ which used to be home to a number of priest holes which were used as hiding places when the Catholic priests were executed by law forcefully in England. During such times the Catholic priests could hide in one of these holes or escape to somewhere else using the tunnels that were built beneath them.

Transport in Bracknell      

The two railway stations in Bracknell that include Bracknell itself and  Martins Heron as well are located on a common line that runs from  Waterloo to Reading. Commuters from Bracknell travel mostly in two directions i.e. Eastwards to London Waterloo and Westwards to Reading.

It is located at the end of the A329 (M) motorway.A motorway. M31  was proposed to be built for connecting the M3 and the M4 but only a part of that could be completed which is now known as the A329(M) and the A3290.

The Bracknell bus station, located on The Ring, serves Bracknell. There are three shelters on the bus stand, one each for the three stands. The Bracknell Bus Stand provides services to Wokingham, Crowthorne, Windsor, Camberley, Slough, and Reading.  The Courtney Bus Services and Reading Buses provide local bus services.  The Green Line provides coach services to London Victoria while the Courtney Buses provided services to the National Express and The Luton Flyer.

Education

Bracknell provides schooling as well as further education through the various institutes in the city itself. Some of the schools in the area are :

  • Easthampstead Park School
  • St Joseph's Catholic Primary School
  • Brakenhale Academy
  • Garth Hill College and Ranelagh Church of England School

Colleges of further education in and around Bracknell are listed below:

  • Bracknell is home to the Bracknell and Wokingham College
  • The Silwood Park campus of Imperial College London is also a destination for those who wish to go for further education. The college is located 5 miles to the east of Bracknell.
  • To the northwest at a distance of 8 miles is The University of Reading
  • 8 miles to the east is the Royal Holloway College

Arts

A mansion dating back to 1760 stands in the south of the town which has been rebuilt many times now serves as a large arts centre. The Wilde Theatre named after Oscar Wilde and opened in 1984  has hosted his play ‘The Importance of Being Earnest’ which has a character called 'Lady Bracknell' in it. Over the years, the South Hill Park has seen a number of music performances in various festivals.A list follows:

1975 – 1990s Bracknell Jazz Festival        

1970's – 1980s Bracknell Folk

1980's – 1990s – Bracknell Music Festival  or the South Hill Park Festival

1988 – Womad Festival

2000 – 2013 – A free and an annual festival of World Music.

Many places in Bracknell have been used in films. The locations include  Martin Heron and Birch Hill.In Harry Potter and the  Philosopher’s Stone, Martin Heron is the locality in Bracknell where Harry’s Uncle and Aunt stay. Another movie, Time Bandits, used the location Birch Hill. Birch Hill is also known for naming its streets from east to west in an alphabetic order.

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