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 Darlington

Darlington is a large and historic market town and county in North East England with a population of around 92,363 according to 2011 census. It is located on the Skerne River, known as the tributary of the Tees River. The town lies on the south Durham which is close to the Tees River, also serves as a border between the Yorkshire and Durham. The two main rivers pass through the town: Skerne River and Tees River. The neighbouring towns surround the town are Stockton, Newton Aycliffe and Bishop Auckland.

The local historical Christian group and Religious Society of Friends Quaker families played the crucial role in the development of the town in the Georgian and Victorian period. The World’s first steam locomotive passenger railway ‘Stockton and Darlington Railway’ was introduced by Quaker. The town is also known as Darlo. The town is surrounded by several suburbs include Harrowgate Village, Firthmoor and Skerne Park, Faverdale and the West Park. The twin towns of the Darlington are Amiens in France and Mulheim an der Ruhr in Germany. 

History

The early settlement of the town traced its root back to the Anglo-Saxon period. It has been suggested that the town derived its name from the Saxon Dearthington meaning the settlement of the people of the Deornoth. The name of the town replaced by new name Derlinton during the Norman era. It is also known as Darnton in 17th and 18th century. The most important English church ‘St Cuthbert Church’ is built in the city in 1183 and listed as Grade I building, while the oldest church St Andrew was established in 1125 around the Haughton area of Darlington.

Darlington continued to grow as a small market town by the early 19th century. The Backhouse and Pease families, the strong Quaker families were significant employers of the town. The industrialist Joseph Pease constructed the clock tower, the famous landmark of the town in 1864. The face of the clock and tower bells were produced by T. Cooke and Sons and John Warner and Sons respectively. The tower bells of the clock tower are considered as sister bells placed inside the Elizabeth Tower at the Houses of Parliament, also known as Big Ben in London.

The town is also recognised for its corporation with the modern railway and this event is celebrated at Railway Centre and Museum of the Darlington. The town became the significant centre for manufacturing of railways in the 18th century. In 1825, Locomotion No 1 engine of George Stephenson was designed for passengers and goods and travelled between Stockton-On-Tees and Shildon via Darlington. The Hopetown Carriage Works was established in the town for supplying locomotives to the Darlington Railway. The three major works were developed in the town including Darlington Works, Faverdale Wagon Works and Robert Stephenson & Company.

The bridge building and engineering also played a significant role in the growth of the town. The headquarter of the large engineering firm Cleveland Bridge and Engineering Company is also located in the town and built Sydney Harbour Bridge, Tyne Bridge and the Humber Bridge.  The town is home to the leading engine building firms and industrial headquarters of AMEC.

Economy

The town is home to the largest private sector employer EE (Everything Everywhere) British mobile network operator and provided job to more than 2500 people. Other major employer of the town are Student Loans Company hired more than 100 people. Large engineering firms are based in the town such as Cleveland Bridge, Cummins, AMEC and Argos. Many modern and developing industries are also growing in the town including information technology. Recently, the town is also ranked one of the economically important places in England by BT Group and to accomplish superfast broadband rollout project, BT group have installed underground fibre-optic cables.

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