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CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Prep and sit for the world’s most sought-after vendor certifications. We get you exam-ready.

Description

CompTIA A+ Core 1 focuses on foundational skills in hardware, networking, mobile devices, and troubleshooting. It helps to connect, configure, manage, and troubleshoot today’s most widely used devices, operating systems, and cloud-based technologies, all in the context of real IT scenarios. IT professionals will gain hands-on expertise with Windows 11, macOS, Linux, Chrome OS, Android, iOS, mobile and IoT devices, Active Directory, cybersecurity, scripting, and more.

The goal of this course is to provide you with all the tools you need to prepare for the 220-1201 CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam—including text explanations, video demos, lab activities, self-assessment questions, and a practice exam—to increase your chances of passing the exam on your first try.

Course Components

  • Full eBook Text Lessons
  • Video learning
  • Hands-on Labs
  • Certification Practice Exams

Duration: Approximately 40 hours. Actual duration will vary by student experience level.

Audience

  • CompTIA A+ Core 1 is for technical support specialists, system administrators, and cyber defense infrastructure support specialists.

Prerequisites:

  • 12 months of hands-on experience in an IT support specialist job role

Course objectives:

Upon successful completion of this course, students should be able to:

  • Install, configure, and maintain hardware components and mobile devices.
  • Troubleshoot hardware, network, and connectivity issues.
  • Understand networking basics and configure SOHO networks.
  • Explain virtualization and cloud computing concepts.
  • Use troubleshooting tools to diagnose and resolve technical problems.

Course Outline

Lesson 1: Introduction to the World of IT (2 hours)

  • Who Needs This Course?
  • Technician Qualities
  • Breaking into IT with the CompTIA A+ Certification
  • Basic Skills for This Course
  • Type of Computers
  • Basic Computer Hardware
  • Mice and Keyboards
  • Common Peripherals
  • 1s and 0s
  • Safety Notes

Lesson 2: Connectivity (2 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Introduction to Connectivity
  • External Connectivity
  • Mouse and Keyboard Ports
  • Video Ports
  • Audio Ports
  • eSATA Ports
  • Modem and Serial Ports
  • Network Ports
  • Network Cabling
  • Integrated Motherboard Ports
  • Getting to Know Ports
  • Wireless Connectivity for Input Devices

Lesson 3: On the Motherboard (5 hours)

  • Introduction to the Motherboard
  • Processor Overview
  • Processor Basics
  • Speeding Up Processor Operations Overview
  • Cache
  • Connecting to the Processor
  • Multicore Processors
  • Graphics Processing Unit (GPU)
  • Introduction to Virtualization Support
  • Intel Processors
  • AMD Processors
  • CPU Sockets
  • Processor Cooling
  • Installing a Processor
  • Upgrading Processors
  • Overclocking Processors
  • Installing CPU Thermal Solutions
  • Troubleshooting Processor Issues
  • Expansion Slots
  • PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect)
  • PCIe (Peripheral Component Interconnect Express)
  • Motherboard Security Options
  • Types of Motherboards
  • Upgrading and Replacing Motherboards
  • Motherboard Troubleshooting

Lesson 4: Introduction to Configuration (2 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Configuration Overview
  • BIOS Overview
  • UEFI
  • BIOS/UEFI Configuration Settings
  • CMOS Memory
  • Flashing/Clearing the BIOS/UEFI
  • Other Configuration Parameters
  • Hardware Configuration Overview
  • Installing a USB Device
  • Installing an eSATA Card
  • Installing a Network Interface Card
  • Troubleshooting Configurations

Lesson 5: Disassembly and Power (2 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Disassembly Overview
  • Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)
  • Electromagnetic Interference (EMI)
  • Tools
  • Disassembly
  • Reassembly
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Basic Electronics Overview
  • Power Supply Overview
  • Replacing or Upgrading a Power Supply
  • Power Protection
  • Symptoms of Power Supply Problems

Lesson 6: Memory (1 hour and 48 minutes)

  • Memory Overview
  • Memory Physical Packaging
  • Planning a Memory Installation
  • Installing Memory Overview
  • Virtual RAM
  • Monitoring Memory Usage in Windows
  • Older Applications in Windows
  • Troubleshooting Memory Problems
  • Removable Storage

Lesson 7: Storage Devices (3 hours and 36 minutes)

  • Storage Devices Overview
  • Hard Drive Overview
  • Solid-State Drive (SSD) Overview
  • Mechanical Drive Interfaces Overview
  • SATA and SAS Connectivity
  • Storage Device Configuration Overview
  • System BIOS/UEFI Configuration for Storage Devices
  • Hard Drive Preparation Overview
  • Windows Disk Management
  • Fault Tolerance
  • Windows Storage Spaces
  • Disk Caching/Virtual Memory
  • Troubleshooting Storage Devices Overview
  • Data Loss and Corruption
  • Troubleshooting New Storage Device Installation
  • Troubleshooting Previously Installed Storage Devices
  • RAID Issues
  • SSD Issues

Lesson 8: Video and Multimedia Devices (2 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Multimedia Devices Overview
  • Video Overview
  • Projectors
  • Introduction to Audio
  • Sound Cards Using Windows
  • Speakers
  • Troubleshooting Sound Problems
  • Optical Drive Overview
  • Optical Drive Installation
  • Troubleshooting Optical Drive Issues
  • Scanners
  • Other Multimedia Devices

Lesson 9: Printers/Multifunction Devices (3 hours and 36 minutes)

  • Printer/Multifunction Device Overview
  • Categories of Printers
  • Impact Printers
  • Inkjet Printers
  • Laser Printers
  • Thermal Printers
  • Paper
  • Virtual Printing
  • Refilling Cartridges, Re-inking Ribbons, and Recycling Cartridges
  • Upgrading Printers
  • Printer Maintenance
  • Printer Installation Overview
  • Installing Multifunction Devices
  • USB Printer Installation
  • Printers in the Windows Environment
  • Printer Sharing
  • Cloud Printing/Scanning
  • General Printer Troubleshooting

Lesson 10: Mobile Devices (2 hours and 48 minutes)

  • Mobile Device Overview
  • Using Mobile Devices
  • Cell Phones
  • Mobile Apps
  • Mobile Device Wired Connectivity
  • Mobile Device Wireless Connectivity
  • Mobile Device Email Configuration
  • Mobile Device Synchronization and Backup
  • Other Mobile Software Tools
  • Laptops Overview
  • Laptop Hardware
  • Laptop Power
  • Laptop Repairs Overview
  • Mobile Device Security
  • Mobile Device Troubleshooting Overview

Lesson 11: Computer Design and Troubleshooting Review (3 hours)

  • Design Overview
  • Computer System Design
  • Motherboard and Associated Component Design
  • Power Supply and Case Design
  • Storage Subsystem Design
  • Audio Subsystem Design
  • Display Subsystem Design
  • Troubleshooting Overview
    • Step 1. Identify the Problem
    • Step 2. Establish a Theory of Probable Cause (Question the Obvious)
    • Step 3. Test the Theory to Determine the Cause
    • Step 4. Establish a Plan of Action to Resolve the Problem and Implement the Proposed Solution
    • Step 5. Verify Full System Functionality and, If Applicable, Implement Preventive Measures
    • Step 6. Document the Findings, Actions, and Outcomes
  • Sample Troubleshooting Flowcharts

Lesson 12: Internet Connectivity, Virtualization, and Cloud Technologies (2 hours and 24 minutes)

  • Internet Connectivity Overview
  • Dial-up Connectivity
  • Cable Modems
  • xDSL Modems
  • VoIP
  • Fiber Networks
  • Satellite Modems
  • Mobile/Cellular Connectivity Overview
  • Web Browsers
  • Introduction to Virtualization
  • Containers
  • Cloud Computing

Lesson 13: Networking (6 hours)

  • Networking Overview
  • Network Media Overview
  • Ethernet over Power
  • Protecting Your Network and Cable Investment
  • The OSI Model
  • The TCP/IP Model
  • Network Addressing
  • More IPv4 Addressing
  • Wireless Networks Overview
  • Wireless Network Standards
  • Wireless Network Components
  • Wireless Network Design
  • Wireless and Wired Client Device Configuration Overview
  • Configuring an End Device: IP Addressing
  • Adding a Computer to a Windows Domain
  • Wireless NIC-Specific Settings
  • Advanced NIC Properties
  • NIC Configuration When Using Virtualization
  • Wireless AP/Router Configuration
  • WWAN Cellular Configuration
  • IoT and Smart Devices
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Networking Multifunction Devices
  • Network Services
  • Embedded, SCADA, and Legacy Systems
  • Software-Defined Networking
  • Network Terminology
  • The TCP/IP Model in Action
  • More Windows Network Settings
  • Introduction to Shared Folders

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