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Register on the CompTIA A+ (220-1001) today and build the experience, skills and knowledge you need to enhance your professional development and work towards your dream job. Study this course through online learning and take the first steps towards a long-term career.
The course consists of a number of easy to digest, in-depth modules, designed to provide you with a detailed, expert level of knowledge. Learn through a mixture of instructional video lessons and online study materials.
Receive online tutor support as you study the course, to ensure you are supported every step of the way. Get an e-certificate as proof of your course completion.
The CompTIA A+ (220-1001) is incredibly great value and allows you to study at your own pace. Access the course modules from any internet-enabled device, including computers, tablet, and smartphones.
The course is designed to increase your employability and equip you with everything you need to be a success. Enrol on the now and start learning instantly!
What You Get With The CompTIA A+ (220-1001)
Receive a e-certificate upon successful completion of the course
Get taught by experienced, professional instructors
Study at a time and pace that suits your learning style
Get instant feedback on assessments
24/7 help and advice via email or live chat
Get full tutor support on weekdays (Monday to Friday)
The course is delivered through our online learning platform, accessible through any internet-connected device. There are no formal deadlines or teaching schedules, meaning you are free to study the course at your own pace.
You are taught through a combination of
Video lessons
Online study materials
Upon successful completion of the course, you will be able to obtain your course completion e-certificate free of cost. Print copy by post is also available at an additional cost of £9.99 and PDF Certificate at £4.99.
The course is ideal for those who already work in this sector or are an aspiring professional. This course is designed to enhance your expertise and boost your CV. Learn key skills and gain a professional qualification to prove your newly-acquired knowledge.
The online training is open to all students and has no formal entry requirements. To study the CompTIA A+ (220-1001), all your need is a passion for learning, a good understanding of English, numeracy, and IT skills. You must also be over the age of 16.
Section 01: All about the CompTIA A+ | |||
CompTIA A+ 2019 Core 1 (220-1001) Course Introduction | 00:02:00 | ||
What is the CompTIA A+? | 00:02:00 | ||
Why Get A+ Certified? | 00:03:00 | ||
What is on the CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1001) Exam? | 00:09:00 | ||
How to Pass the A+ Exam | 00:04:00 | ||
How to Use This Video Course | 00:03:00 | ||
Section 02: Safety and Professionalism | |||
Tools of the Trade | 00:06:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Theory | 00:10:00 | ||
Section 03: The Visible Computer | |||
Primary PC Connections | 00:05:00 | ||
External Connections | 00:11:00 | ||
Inside the PC | 00:08:00 | ||
What is a Computer? | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 04: CPUs | |||
What is a CPU? | 00:15:00 | ||
CPU Speeds and Cores | 00:12:00 | ||
Caching | 00:07:00 | ||
CPU Sockets | 00:12:00 | ||
Installing a CPU | 00:11:00 | ||
Liquid Cooling | 00:04:00 | ||
Section 05: RAM | |||
RAM Technology | 00:11:00 | ||
RAM Capacity | 00:08:00 | ||
RAM Features | 00:07:00 | ||
Installing RAM | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 06: Firmware | |||
What is the BIOS? | 00:06:00 | ||
POST | 00:09:00 | ||
System Setup | 00:09:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Firmware | 00:12:00 | ||
Section 07: Motherboards | |||
Form Factors | 00:06:00 | ||
Chipsets | 00:05:00 | ||
Touring the Motherboard | 00:14:00 | ||
Touring the Case | 00:07:00 | ||
Installing a Motherboard | 00:09:00 | ||
Section 08: Power Supplies | |||
The Power Supply | 00:09:00 | ||
Mounting a Power Supply | 00:05:00 | ||
Choosing a Power Supply | 00:08:00 | ||
Cooling Your PC | 00:11:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Power Supplies | 00:09:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Core Components | 00:14:00 | ||
Section 09: Mass Storage Technologies | |||
Introduction to Mass Storage | 00:13:00 | ||
Magnetic Disk Drives | 00:08:00 | ||
Solid State Drives | 00:08:00 | ||
SCSI | 00:03:00 | ||
Boot Order | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 10: Implementing Mass Storage | |||
New Installation - First Drive | 00:05:00 | ||
RAID | 00:11:00 | ||
Hardware RAID | 00:07:00 | ||
Mass Storage Troubleshooting | 00:08:00 | ||
Section 11: Essential Peripherals | |||
Optical Media | 00:10:00 | ||
USB Standards | 00:10:00 | ||
Understanding USB | 00:11:00 | ||
Configuring USB | 00:07:00 | ||
Thunder and Lightning | 00:06:00 | ||
Keyboards and Mice | 00:08:00 | ||
Sight and Sound | 00:06:00 | ||
Readers and Scanners | 00:08:00 | ||
Using Expansion Cards | 00:08:00 | ||
Section 12: Building a PC | |||
The Right PC for the Job | 00:13:00 | ||
Section 13: Display Technologies | |||
Monitor Technologies | 00:08:00 | ||
LCD Breakdown | 00:04:00 | ||
Graphics Cards and Connections | 00:13:00 | ||
Installing a Graphics Card | 00:07:00 | ||
Projectors | 00:05:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Monitors | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 14: Essentials of Networking | |||
Introduction to Networking | 00:08:00 | ||
Hubs vs. Switches | 00:05:00 | ||
Hexadecimal | 00:07:00 | ||
WANs and Routers | 00:09:00 | ||
Cables and Connectors | 00:11:00 | ||
Crimping Cables | 00:10:00 | ||
Structured Cabling | 00:11:00 | ||
Section 15: Local Area Networking | |||
Introduction to TCP/IP | 00:14:00 | ||
Network IDs and Subnet Masks | 00:05:00 | ||
Special IP Addresses | 00:09:00 | ||
NAT | 00:07:00 | ||
Dynamic IP Addressing | 00:10:00 | ||
IPv6 | 00:07:00 | ||
Port Numbers | 00:12:00 | ||
TCP, UDP, and ICMP | 00:06:00 | ||
Understanding DNS | 00:09:00 | ||
Working with DNS | 00:07:00 | ||
Windows Naming | 00:08:00 | ||
Routers | 00:12:00 | ||
Basic Router Configuration | 00:12:00 | ||
Advanced Router Configuration | 00:06:00 | ||
VLANs | 00:07:00 | ||
Network Troubleshooting | 00:05:00 | ||
Section 16: Wireless Networking | |||
Wireless Network Hardware | 00:11:00 | ||
Wi-Fi Standards | 00:10:00 | ||
Basic WAP Setup | 00:11:00 | ||
Connecting to a Wi-Fi Network | 00:09:00 | ||
It's a Huge Mesh | 00:04:00 | ||
Beyond Wi-Fi | 00:07:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Wireless Connections | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 17: The Internet | |||
Beyond the LAN | 00:03:00 | ||
Internet Tiers | 00:06:00 | ||
Dial-up Connections | 00:08:00 | ||
Broadband Connections | 00:10:00 | ||
Firewalls and Servers | 00:06:00 | ||
FTP | 00:07:00 | ||
00:08:00 | |||
Proxy Servers | 00:06:00 | ||
Virtual Private Networks (VPNs) | 00:08:00 | ||
Internet of Things (IoT) | 00:04:00 | ||
Section 18: Virtualization | |||
Understanding Virtualization | 00:10:00 | ||
Your First Virtual Machine | 00:11:00 | ||
Advanced Virtualization Setup | 00:10:00 | ||
Cloud Computing | 00:08:00 | ||
Cloud Ownership | 00:03:00 | ||
Cloud-Based Applications | 00:06:00 | ||
Section 19: Portable Computing | |||
Laptop Features | 00:08:00 | ||
Laptop Hardware Troubleshooting - The Tools | 00:05:00 | ||
Laptop Hardware - Core Hardware | 00:04:00 | ||
Laptop Hardware - CPU and Motherboard | 00:07:00 | ||
Touring Your Laptop Display | 00:04:00 | ||
Section 20: Understanding Mobile Devices | |||
What is a Mobile Device? | 00:09:00 | ||
Mobile Connections | 00:10:00 | ||
Touring Android | 00:10:00 | ||
Touring iOS | 00:08:00 | ||
Virtual Reality | 00:03:00 | ||
Section 21: Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices | |||
Maintaining Mobile Devices | 00:11:00 | ||
Mobile Devices and E-mail | 00:10:00 | ||
Mobile Synchronization | 00:08:00 | ||
Section 22: Printers and Multifunction Devices | |||
Laser Printers | 00:13:00 | ||
Inkjet Printers | 00:08:00 | ||
Impact Printers | 00:04:00 | ||
Thermal Printers | 00:04:00 | ||
Installing a Local Printer | 00:14:00 | ||
Sharing Printers | 00:08:00 | ||
Installing Wireless and Cloud Printers | 00:10:00 | ||
Troubleshooting Printers | 00:10:00 | ||
3D Printing | 00:07:00 | ||
Section 23: Securing Computers | |||
Dealing with Threats | 00:07:00 |