Course

Course Summary
Credit Type:
Course
ACE ID:
SKIL-0192
Organization:
Location:
Classroom-based
Length:
Self-paced, 32 hours
Dates Offered:
Credit Recommendation & Competencies
Level Credits (SH) Subject
Lower-Division Baccalaureate 2 Computer Information Systems and Computer Technology
Description

Objective:

The course objective is to prepare learners for the CompTIA A+ (220-1001) certification exam.

Learning Outcomes:

  • Install and configure laptop hardware and components
  • Describe common networking devices such as modems, hubs, switches, routers and cloud-based network controllers
  • Install and configure various network solutions such as IP addressing, NIC, and IoT
  • Configure various wireless networking protocols such as 802.11a/11b/11g/11n/11ac
  • Describe various server types, including web servers, file servers, printer servers, DNS servers and mail servers
  • Configure network settings and components
  • Configure common network and Internet connection types, such as WANs, LANs, PANs, and MANs
  • Use common networking tools
  • Identify and list features and uses of various storage solutions such as CD, DVD, Blu-ray, solid state, hybrid and flash drives, and RAID
  • Explain with power supplies
  • Identify, resolve, verify, and document computer problems, while considering policies, procedures, and impacts
  • Identify the features and benefits of laptop features such as special function keys, docking stations, wearable technologies, and GPS devices
  • Describe the different types of synchronization methods such as cloud, desktop, and automobile, and synchronize mobile data
  • Implement mobile network connectivity
  • Describe and define the purpose of multiple TCP and UDP ports
  • Describe network, video, multipurpose, peripheral, and hard drive cables as well as common network connectors
  • Recognize and install different types of RAM
  • Install and configure CPUs, motherboards, and add-on cards as well as peripheral devices such as printers, scanners, optical devices, and speakers
  • Perform common configuration tasks such as installing thin or thick clients, configuring touchpads and touchscreens, app installation, and wireless settings
  • Install and configure small office/home office (SOHO) systems and devices
  • Define cloud computing concepts such as cloud model types, resource sharing, measure service, and virtual desktops

General Topics:

  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Installing Hardware and Display Components
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Laptops Features and Mobile Device Types
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Accessories and Mobile Device Synchronization
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Mobile Device Network Connectivity and Application Support
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: TCP and UDP ports
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Configuring a Wired/Wireless Network
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Wireless Networking Protocols
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Network Hosts
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Networking
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Implementing Network Concepts
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Network Types
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Networking Tools
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Basic Cable Types
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Connectors
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Random Access Memory
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Storage Solutions
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Working with Motherboards, CPUs, and Add-On Cards
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Working with Peripheral Devices
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Power Supplies
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Common Devices
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Custom PC configuration
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: SOHO Devices
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Printers
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Cloud Computing
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Virtualization
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Resolving Problems
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Troubleshooting
  • CompTIA A+ 220-1001: Troubleshooting Printers
Instruction & Assessment

Instructional Strategies:

  • Computer Based Training
  • Practical Exercises

Methods of Assessment:

  • Examinations
  • Quizzes

Minimum Passing Score:

70%
Supplemental Materials