CMPH 001 - A+ In Depth - Hardware and Peripherals
Course Description
Unlock the door to an exciting Informational Technology (IT) career with our A+ In Depth - Hardware and Peripherals course. This 80-hour virtual instructor-led course prepares you for CompTIA A+ certification and success in the ever-evolving field of information technology.
This course is designed for aspiring IT professionals seeking a comprehensive foundation. It is ideal for beginners or those transitioning into IT roles. Learn through applied experiences, from gaming cases to liquid cooling systems, honing your skills in identifying, assembling and troubleshooting hardware components. Navigate desktop support issues, covering computing basics, safety protocols and internal hardware comprehension for real-world scenarios. The course emphasizes IT customer service, guiding you through effective communication and documentation practices, including ticketing systems and asset management. Operating systems, such as Windows, Linux, MacOS and Chrome OS, are explored. Networking essentials, including media types, cables, connectors and storage devices are also covered.
Upon completion of this course, CMPH 002 - A+ Operating Systems and CMPH 003 - A+ Networking and IOT, you'll be prepared with the theoretical knowledge and applied experience necessary to challenge the CompTIA A+ certification and embark on a dynamic career in IT.
Note: Registration for this course closes two days before the course start date.
Learner Outcomes
Upon completion of this course, you'll be able to:
- identify computing basics and set up a computer
- assess computer safety hazards and environmental controls
- understand how to interact with customers in a professional manner and the importance of keeping documentation records
- discuss computer tools, ticketing systems, asset management systems and basic troubleshooting guidelines
- compare and contrast network media types
- summarize cables and connector types used by computers
- explain the purpose of form factors and how they affect the size of motherboards, cases and components
- discuss the function of internal hardware components
- highlight the main differences between Windows, Linux, MacOS and Chrome OS
- compare and contrast internal and external storage devices and associated file systems.
Notes
This is a preparatory course to be taken in advance of a CompTIA A+ certification exam. The official certification exam is not included in this course and may be booked separately through CompTIA.Prerequisites
There are no prerequisites for this course.Applies Towards the Following Certificates
- IT Technician Certificate of Achievement : Required