Description

CompTIA A+ certification is an international industry credential that validates the knowledge of computer service technicians with the equivalent of 500 hours of hands-on experience. Major hardware and software vendors, distributors and resellers accept CompTIA A+ as the standard in foundation-level, vendor-neutral certification for service technicians. The exams cover a broad range of hardware and software technologies, but are not bound to any vendor-specific products. The skills and knowledge measured by the CompTIA A+ exams were derived from an industry-wide and worldwide job task analysis. To date, more than 500,000 individuals have obtained CompTIA A+ certification.

Earning CompTIA A+ certification proves that a candidate has a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventative maintenance and basic networking.

Entrance Requirements

Ideally students should have a matric certificate and/or a good knowledge of a  Windows Operating Systems.

For those who are not computer literate, the necessary training is available.

Who Should Attend

This course is designed for individuals interested in pursuing a career in IT, specifically related to PC technology.

Course Outline

Core Hardware

• Installation, configuration, Upgrading
• Diagnosing and Troubleshooting
• Preventative Maintenance
• Motherboard, Processors, Memory
• Printers
• Basic Networking

Operating System Technologies

• Operating System Fundamentals
• Installation, Configuration Upgrading
• Diagnosing and Troubleshooting
• Networks

Examinations and Assessments

Learners write the CCS IT examination, the pass mark for which is 60%. Learners may elect to write the International Microsoft examinations at CCS’s Authorized Prometric Testing Centre. The costs for International exams are not included in the course fees.

Learning Materials

All standard learning materials are included in the course fee.

Links and Further Information

http://www.comptia.org/certification/a/default.aspx