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Begin your journey as an IT professional by preparing for the CompTIA A+ certification exams (220-1101 & 220-1102), the Network+ certification exam (N10-008), and the Security+ certification exam (SY0-601). This bundle will give you all the tools you need to succeed in the ever-growing field of IT and stand out to future employers.
Overview
Ready to become a certified CompTIA professional and take your career to the next level? Our training course aligns with the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams, providing a comprehensive foundation to help you gain marketable and in-demand IT skills.
The vendor-neutral CompTIA A+ certification training offers a thorough overview of the basic concepts around multiple operating systems, enabling you to efficiently maintain, troubleshoot, and adapt to different technology platforms. The A+ certification course also covers network fundamentals, including networking concepts, protocols, and troubleshooting techniques. This knowledge will enable you to effectively manage network infrastructure, enhance connectivity, and contribute to efficient organizational communication.
Moving into the second portion of this bundled program, the CompTIA Network+ certification course will introduce you to the fundamental building blocks that form a modern network, such as hardware, topologies, and protocols, along with an introduction to the OSI model. You will learn important concepts in contemporary networking, including TCP/IP, Ethernet, wireless transmission, virtual networks, cloud computing, segmentation, security, performance optimization, and troubleshooting. You will also gain the skills to build a network from scratch and maintain, upgrade, troubleshoot, and manage an existing network.
Finally, the CompTIA Security+ certification course covers the essential knowledge and skills required to identify, assess, and mitigate security risks in modern IT environments. This course provides a comprehensive overview of the key concepts and best practices in cybersecurity, including the latest trends and emerging threats. The Security+ credential is a widely recognized and well-respected certification in the IT industry that will validate your skills and knowledge in the field of cybersecurity. This vendor-neutral certification course covers a broad range of security topics, including threat management, identity management, access control, cryptography, and network security.
Upon successful completion of the lessons and exercises in this bundled certification program, you will be well-prepared to take CompTIA's A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams. You will receive an exam voucher for each certification exam, which covers the cost to sit for the certifying exams upon eligibility.
- Master fundamental concepts of multiple operating systems to maintain and support them effectively
- Develop troubleshooting skills for software, hardware, connectivity, and network problems
- Gain in-depth knowledge about assembling and disassembling computer parts
- Learn how to compare network types, topologies, and architectures
- Acquire knowledge and skills in networking hardware, tools, and their installation for effective network setup
- Understand TCP/IP functionality, protocols, and IP addressing concepts, including subnetting and VLANs
- Explore cloud computing, virtualization, and remote access systems and methods
- Discover network performance monitoring tools and practices
- Develop expertise in network safety, security threats, vulnerability assessments, and mitigation strategies
- Attain a solid understanding of computer security concepts, network policies, and documentation
- Learn incident preparation, response, and risk management for network security
How you will benefit
- Become prepared for the most updated objectives in the CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams
- Optional in-depth learning activities with simulations and live virtual machine labs
- Practice for your exams with access to multiple-choice questions to thoroughly prepare
- Engage with interactive learning materials, assignments, and assessments to sharpen your knowledge and skills
- Boost your employability and jump-start your IT career with highly respected certifications that demonstrate your proficiency in essential IT skills
- CompTIA A+
- Taking a Computer Apart and Putting It Back Together
- All About Cases and Motherboards
- Supporting Processors and Upgrading Memory
- Power Supplies and Troubleshooting Computer Problems
- Supporting Hard Drives and Other Storage Devices
- Supporting Input/Output Devices
- Networking Fundamentals
- Network Infrastructure and Cloud Computing
- Supporting Mobile Devices
- Supporting Printers
- The Complex World of IT Professionals
- Installing Windows
- Maintaining Windows
- Troubleshooting Windows After Startup
- Troubleshooting Windows Startup
- Security Strategies
- Securing and Sharing Windows Resources
- Mobile Device Security
- Network Security and Troubleshooting
- Supporting macOS
- Linux and Scripting
- Preparing for a Certification Exam
- CompTIA Network+
- Introduction to CompTIA
- Introduction to Networking
- Infrastructure and Documentation
- Addressing
- Protocols
- Cabling
- Wireless Networking
- Network Architecture
- Segmentation
- Wide Area Networking
- Risk Management
- Security in Network Design
- Performance and Recovery
- Final Exam
- CompTIA Security+
- Security Fundamentals
- Threat Management and Cybersecurity Resources
- Threats and Attacks on Endpoints
- Endpoint and Application Development Security
- Cryptography
- Public Key Infrastructure and Cryptographic Protocols
- Mobile, Embedded, and Specialized Device Security
- Networking Threats, Assessments, and Defenses
- Network Security Appliances and Technologies
- Cloud and Virtualization Security
- Network Threats, Assessments, and Defenses
- Authentication
- Incident Preparation, Response, and Investigation
- Cybersecurity Resilience
- Risk Management and Data Privacy
- Preparing for the Certificate Exam
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
- Note: A Windows environment is required to complete some course assignments (A+ and N+).
- Labs included in this program are not supported on mobile devices (i.e., phones and tablets).
- A motherboard capable of client-side virtualization:
- A 64-bit CPU
- UEFI firmware
- Hardware virtualization support in UEFI
Software Requirements:
- PC: Windows 10 or later. Access to Windows 11 is needed for the textbook module "Installing Windows" (A+)
- Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
- Chromebook 113 or later
- Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
- Microsoft Word. To complete your assignments, you may need Microsoft Word 2003 or higher or an equivalent word-processing program, such as LibreOffice, which is available to download for free.
- Adobe Acrobat Reader. (Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.)
Tools:
- Access to copper Ethernet cable-making tools and equipment:
- RJ-45 connectors
- A crimping tool
- Cat5, Cat5e, or Cat6 cable to practice on
Other:
- A reliable high-speed Internet connection
- Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.
Instructional Material Requirements:
The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment. The textbooks for the A+, Network+, and Security+ courses are accessed via links in the course lessons.
- CompTIA A+ Guide to IT Technical Support
- CompTIA Network+ Guide to Networks, by Jill West
- CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, by Mark Ciampa
Prerequisites:
There are no prerequisites to enroll in this course. However, you should have basic knowledge of computer hardware and operating systems—for example, how to power up and log on to a machine, how to use a mouse and keyboard, and basic Microsoft Windows navigation skills.
Certification Requirements:
- CompTIA recommends all A+ exam applicants have up to 12 months of hands-on experience in the lab or field before taking the certification exam.
- CompTIA recommends the A+ Certification and a minimum of 9 to 12 months of hands-on experience working in a junior network administrator/network support technician job role to complete the Network+ certification exam.
- CompTIA recommends at least 9 to 12 months of networking experience and two years of experience in IT administration with a security focus to take the Security+ certification exam.