Next Scheduled Date: 22 Apr 2024
- Location: CTP Aldershot Training Centre
- Duration: 10 Days
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Funding:
Contract Funded
- Course Fee: 10 Days IRTC (£267.00)
- Exam Fee: £228.00
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Course Fee
from October 2024:
10 Days IRTC (£267.00) - Exam Fee from October 2024: £228.00
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Why take this course?
This 10 day course will provide attendees who have some prior experience of maintaining Desktop PCs with the skills and knowledge required to start a career as an IT Technician or Support Engineer. You will build a range of systems, desktops and laptops, and install a variety of different desktop operating systems. You will also gain an understanding of IT Security and Cloud.“Extremely satisfied with level of training and exposure to practical environments in terms of I.T. Training day length is just right and well managed. Resources available are also very good. Courseware and materials are also first class. Having two more training courses booked at RTC Aldershot, it has instilled confidence in the future training options.”
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Is this the right course for me?
This is an ideal entry level qualification which is industry standard for those starting out in an IT support role. The CompTIA A+ will provide the skills and experience for any application towards an entry level IT support role.The course will give attendees the following skills:
- Hardware - The ability to identify, use and connect hardware components and devices
- Operating Systems - Install and support windows OS, understand Mac OS, Linux and mobile OS
- Software Troubleshooting - learn how to troubleshoot PC and mobile device issues including application security support
- Networking - types of networks and connections including TCP/IP, Wifi, Soho
- Hardware & Network Troubleshooting - troubleshoot device and network issues
- Security - identify & protect against security vulnerabilities for devices and their network connections
- Mobile Devices - install & Configure laptops and other mobile devices
- Virtualization & Cloud Computing
- Operational Procedures - follow best practices for safety, environmental impacts and communication
Qualifications
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 Core 1 and 220-1102 Core 2Eligibility
The course is intended for those Service leavers who have an interest in IT and a basic knowledge of hardware and software.Course Content
The CTP CompTIA A+ course is split between A+ 220-1101 Hardware and A+ 220-1102 software components over the 10 days, in line with the two A+ optional exams which can be completed post course.Attendees will be provided with the official CompTIA A+ course books, and access to CompTIA Labs to gain practical experience of the skills taught throughout the course.
Access to CompTIA labs is valid for 1 year from date of issue.
CompTIA A+ 220-1101
Attendees will cover the following:
- Install and configure PC system unit components and peripheral devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot display and multimedia devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot storage devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot internal system components.
- Explain network infrastructure concepts.
- Configure and troubleshoot network connections.
- Implement client virtualisation and cloud computing.
- Support and troubleshoot laptops.
- Support and troubleshoot mobile devices.
- Install, configure, and troubleshoot print devices.
CompTIA A+ 220-1102
Attendees will cover the following:
- Support operating systems.
- Install, configure, and maintain operating systems.
- Maintain and troubleshoot Microsoft Windows.
- Configure and troubleshoot network connections.
- Manage users, workstations, and shared resources.
- Implement physical security.
- Secure workstations and data..
- Troubleshoot workstation security issues.
- Support and troubleshoot mobile devices.
- Implement operational procedures.
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Exam Details |
CompTIA A+ 220-1101 covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing and network troubleshooting. |
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Number of Questions |
Maximum of 90 questions per exam |
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Type of Questions |
Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance based |
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Length of Test |
90 Minutes per exam |
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Passing Score |
220-1101: 675 (on a scale of 100-900) |
Attendees can purchase discounted vouchers from the admin team at RTC Aldershot, and these must be used within 1 year of purchase. Those completing exams will use the CompTIA online testing portal where you can complete the exam from home or any suitable location.
Further details on the requirements for sitting the remote exam are available on the CompTIA website here:
https://www.comptia.org/testing/testing-options/about-testing-options
Your exam score will be seen immediately on completion of the exam, and you will be able to download a score report. Exam Certificates are not issued, but CTP will issue a Certificate of Attendance on completion of the course.
Career Opportunities
This course will provide you with the practical experience to apply for entry level IT technician, support engineer roles and is also a good introduction to IT Security. It is recommended that attendees complete the exams and gain the recognised qualifications for your CV.CompTIA A+
Scheduled dates and locations
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22 Apr 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Reserve spaces available
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10 Jun 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Good Availability
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22 Jul 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Good Availability
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9 Sep 2024
CTP Aldershot Training Centre
Good Availability