Course Audience
This programme is ideal for holders of a PC Maintenance and Repair certificate. This programme usually interests many technicians and users who need to gain further in-depth knowledge on PC configuration for support and installation of PCs, and who wish to prepare for the A+ hardware and software examinations

Course Overview
The Comp TIA A+ certification is the industry standard for validating vendor-neutral skills expected of an entry -level computer technician. Those holding the A+ certification have a broad base of knowledge and competency in core hardware and operating system technologies including installation, configuration, diagnosing, preventative maintenance, and basic networking. A+ opens the door to an exciting career in computer technology at an affordable price. A+ certification is the perfect launch pad into other more challenging careers in information technology.

Course Content
A+ Hardware Core Technologies Basic Networks
Basic Electronics A+ Operating System Technologies
Computer Safety and Work Habits Basic DOS Commands
Ergonomics, Tools, and Preventative Maintenance DOS Configuration Essentials
Field Replaceable Units, Common Problems, and Flowcharts Intro to the Windows 9x Products
Computer Cases Windows 98 Features
The CPU, The Motherboard Windows 98 Maintenance
Memory Windows 98 Networking
Power Supplies and UPS Windows 98 Troubleshooting
The Floppy Drive Windows 2000 Features
The Hard Drive Windows 2000 Functionality
The CD-ROM Drive Windows 2000 Networking
Expansion Bus Architecture Troubleshooting Windows 2000
The Video Card Windows XP
The Monitor Windows XP Features
IO Connectors Managing Resources in XP
BIOS Networking with Windows XP
Printers and Scanners Troubleshooting Windows XP
Portable Computers
Basic Networks


Assessment
This course prepares candidates for the A + certification examination.

Course Objectives
To teach all the necessary topics to be prepared fully to pass the A+ Certification examination. The course is designed to be delivered using a practical / hands-on approach to PC Repair and Troubleshooting, in an effort to ensure all candidates receive real-world practice at completing the tasks they will be tested on in the examination. To master the fundamentals of PC Hardware and the DOS/Windows system software.

Course Duration
60 contact hours – usually delivered over 15 weeks.
Please contact CCT directly for the next Commencement date

Price
EUR920 including courseware

Awarded By
CCT Certificate / Qualification awarded by Comp Tia upon passing the relevant exams