 A+
Certification is a testing program sponsored
by CompTIA that certifies the knowledge and technical
competency of entry-level computer service technicians.
A+ Certification is a non-vendor, non-product specific
certification program. It provides an industry-recognized
and valuable credential that may open doors with prospective
employers or lead to job advancement opportunities. The
program is supported by major computer hardware and software
vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications.
A+ Technologies. The A+ course offered at Ace International
is a 10-day class that prepares students to take the
two A+ exams: Core Hardware (220-301) and OS Technologies
(220-302).
Audience
A+ Certification is an ideal program for anyone who
wishes to gain a basic understanding of computer network
technology. The course is suited for novice computer
users who have basic knowledge and experience with PCs
and are looking to upgrade their skills in order to
successfully perform as an entry-level computer service
technician.
Prerequisites
CompTIA recommends the computer literacy skills earned
by completing the Internet and Computing Core Certification
(IC3) or equivalent knowledge. These skills include
core operating system, key applications and introductory
network and Internet literacy.
Course Outline
For more information on the specific topics covered
in the A+ Certification course, please refer to the
course outline .
Acquired Skills
A+ Certification training will help you troubleshoot,
install programs, use DOS, Windows 9x, Windows NT 4.0,
Windows 2000, Windows XP and their applications, as
well as master skills in formal problem solving. You
will also gain the benefit of hardware knowledge such
as CPUs, memory, storage media, modems, network interface
cards (NICs) and peripherals.
Requirements
The A+ Certification is composed of passing two exams
- Core Hardware (220 - 301) and OS Technologies (220
- 302) - is required. Students may take the exams at
different times until the exam content and objectives
change to pass both portions. The Core Hardware exam
tests the student's knowledge of software interrupts,
peripheral installation issues, electromagnetic discharge,
and other basic hardware skills. The Operating Systems
exam covers such topics as OS installation, the boot
process, troubleshooting, and the basics of PC networking.
You are allowed a maximum of 90 minutes testing time
to complete each A+ exam. The A+ exams are graded on
a scale of 100 – 900. The minimum score for the
A+ Core Hardware exam is 515 and the minimum score for
the A+ OS exam is 505. |
