Course description
This 8-week course prepares you for the two CompTIA A+ Core Series exams: Core 1 (220-1101) and Core 2 (220-1102). You will learn how to perform critical IT support tasks and today’s core technologies from security to networking to virtualization and more. This credential proves you are able to perform critical IT support tasks and will identify the go-to person in end point management & technical support roles. CompTIA A+ appears in more tech support job listings than any other IT credential. CompTIA A+ is the starting point for a career in IT and validates foundational skills across a variety of devices and operating systems. You will learn how to perform critical IT support tasks and today’s core technologies. Students will receive hands-on experience through online labs, activities, assessments, projects, and challenging scenario-based exercises that reinforce curriculum topics.
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Who should attend?
While no previous experience is required, we recommend having 9-12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field setting.
Certification / Credits
Learning Objectives
CompTIA A+ is the starting point for a career in IT and validates foundational skills across a variety of devices and operating systems. You will learn how to perform critical IT support tasks and today’s core technologies. Students will receive hands-on experience through online labs, activities, assessments, projects, and challenging scenario-based exercises that reinforce curriculum topics.
Upon completion you will be ready to sit for CompTIA A+ certification exams (Core 1 and Core 2)and show you can:
- Install and configure end-user devices and software
- Address connectivity problems
- Perform basic cybersecurity mitigations
- Troubleshoot common problems to diagnose and resolve issues
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of scripting, the cloud, and virtualization
Why choose Ball State Lifetime Learning?
Non-credit courses taught by faculty and industry experts in flexible formats
Alternative options to pay for courses including WIOA and GI Bill funding
Online career training programs under 3 months to get you career-ready
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Lifetime Learning by Ball State University
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