MMSTECH014: CompTIA A+ Part 1

Overview:

This course will build on your existing user-level knowledge and experience with personal computer software and hardware to present fundamental skills and concepts that you will use on the job.

Outline:

Lesson 1: Hardware Fundamentals

• Computer System Components
• Storage Devices
• Device Connections and Interfaces

Lesson 2: Operating System Fundamentals

• Personal Computer Operating Systems
• Windows Control Panel Utilities
• Command Line Tools
• Windows Security Settings
• Windows Operating System Tools

Lesson 3: Operational Procedures

• Basic Maintenance Tools and Techniques
• Electrical Safety
• Environmental Safety and Materials Handling
• Professionalism and Communication

Lesson 4: Peripheral Components

• Install and Configure Display Devices
• Install and Configure Input Devices
• Install and Configure Expansion Cards
• Install and Configure Multimedia Devices

Lesson 5: Managing System Components

• Motherboards
• CPUs and Cooling Systems
• Select and Install Power Supplies
• RAM Types and Features
• Install and Configure Storage Devices
• Configure the System BIOS

Lesson 6: Installing and Configuring Operating Systems

• Implement Virtualization
• Install Microsoft Windows
• Windows Upgrades
• Windows Preventive Maintenance

Lesson 7: Customized Client Environments

• Standard Clients
• Custom Client Environments