UCertifyOnline offers you the most effective way to earn your CompTIA A+ 2009 certification. UCertifyOnline's CompTIA A+ 2009 Essentials & Practical Application teaches students the competence in areas such as installation, preventative maintenance, networking, security, troubleshooting, customer service and communication skills to work with clients. After completing this course, students will know hardware, laptops, motherboards, processors, memory, CPU, troubleshooting theory, preventative maintenance techniques, Windows XP, Windows Vista, cables, connectors, network types, SOHO network, security concepts, security technologies, viruses, malware, communication and professionalism.

CompTIA A+ Essentials measures the necessary competencies of an entry-level IT professional with a recommended 500 hours of hands-on experience in the lab or field. It tests for the fundamentals of computer technology, networking and security, as well as the communication skills and professionalism now required of all entry-level IT professionals.

CompTIA A+ Practical Application is an extension of the knowledge and skills identified in CompTIA A+ Essentials, with more of a "hands-on" orientation focused on scenarios in which troubleshooting and tools must be applied to resolve problems.

As a CompTIA Partner, UCertifyOnline's course curriculum is either CAQC (CompTIA Authorized Quality Curriculum) or in the process of becoming CAQC, ensuring you receive the training and knowledge needed to succeed. UCertifyOnline is so certain this course meets and exceeds the exam objectives, we guarantee you will pass your exam!
 

Learning segments
CompTIA A+ Essentials and Practical Application
For Exams: 220-701 Essentials & 220-702 Practical Application

Introduction & Overview
Training Overview
Domains 1 & 2 Overviews
Domains 3 & 4 Overviews
Domains 5 & 6 Overviews
Summary

Domain 1 - Hardware
Introduction
Storage Devices & Backup Media
Motherboard Components, Types & Features
Power Supply Types & Characteristics
CPU Characteristics, Features, Purpose & Cooling Methods & Devices
Memory Types, Characteristics & Purpose
Display Devices & Characteristics
Laptop Components & Features
Printer Installation & Configuration
Tools, Troubleshooting & Cleaning
Summary

Domain 2 - Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
Introduction
Troubleshooting Theory & Preventative Maintenance Techniques
Summary

Domain 3 - Operating System & Software
Introduction
Windows Operating Systems & Features
Windows XP Professional (WinXP Pro) - Startup Menu, Task Bar & System Tray
WinXP - Windows Explorer
WinXP - My Computer & My Network Places
WinXP - Remove USB Drives
WinXP - Control Panel
WinXP - Admin Tools, Performance Monitor & Event Viewer
WinXP - Computer Management
WinXP - Device Manager
WinXP - Auto Updates, Date/Time, Themes & Wallpaper
WinXP - Settings & Folder Options
WinXP - Network Connection
WinXP - Phone, Modem & Power Options
WinXP - Printers & Faxes
WinXP - Tools
WinXP - User Account
WinXP - Accessories Menu
WinXP - System Tools & Properties
WinXP - Remote Assistant & Desktop
WinXP - Command Prompt
WinXP - Task Manager, Search Capability & System Configuration Utilities


WinXP - System Registry, Registry Tools & Recovery Options
WinXP - Start Up Options for Alternative Boot & Safe Mode
WinXP - Major System Files
WinXP - Boot Sequence Error, Recovery Methods & Console
Windows Vista Ultimate (WinVista) - Changes from XP to Vista
Vista - Vista Installation
Vista - Welcome Screen/Out Of Box Experience
Vista - Side Bar/ Left Side of Start Menu, All Programs & Maint
Vista - System Tools & Task Scheduler
Vista - Right Side of Start Menu
Vista - Control Panel
Vista - Performance Maintenance & System Maintenance
Vista - Security & Network
Vista - Hardware & Sound
Vista - Programs, Mobile PC & Users
Vista - Appearance
Vista - Media Center
Windows 2000 Professional (Win2k) - Introduction
Module Summary - Operating Systems and Software

Domain 4 - Networking
Introduction
Basics of Networking Fundamentals
Cables and Connectors
Network Types
Small Office Home Office (SOHO) Network
Summary

Domain 5 - Security
Introduction
Security Concepts & Technologies
Prevention & Removal of Viruses/Malware
Summary

Domain 6 - Operational Procedure
Introduction
Communication & Professionalism
Summary

Domain 7 - Course Summary

 
CompTIA A+ Essentials


To become A+ Certified, pass the A+ 220-701 Essentials & 220-702 Practical Application exams.

Domain
    

A+

Essentials

(220-701)
1.0 Hardware
    
27%
2.0 Troubleshooting, Repair & Maintenance
    
20%
3.0 Operating System & Software
    
20%
4.0 Networking
    
15%
5.0 Security
    
8%
6.0 Operational Procedure
    
10%

 
CompTIA A+ Practical Application


Domain
    

A+

Practical Application

(220-702)
1.0 Hardware
    
38%
2.0 Operating System
    
34%
3.0 Networking  
    
15%
4.0 Security
    
13%