Become a certified CompTIA professional and take your career to the next level with our training course that aligns with the CompTIA TECH+, A+, Network+, and Security+ certification exams. You will gain a comprehensive foundation to help you gain marketable and in-demand IT skills.
You will start with TECH+ exam preparation, which is designed to help you showcase your readiness for the digital workplace. From networking and cybersecurity essentials to hardware and software basics, this TECH+ certification program equips you with proficiency in today's technologies.
The vendor-neutral CompTIA A+ certification prep 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 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 third portion of this bundled program, the CompTIA Network+ certification prep 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 prep 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 TECH+, 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.
Instructor(s):The CompTIA ITF+ course is designed for self-paced learning and does not feature a designated instructor.
Linda Matthews
Linda Matthews has years of experience both in the classroom teaching technical material and in the field solving a myriad of technical issues.
Linda possesses the background to engage deeply with cybersecurity through teaching and intellectual focus. For the past eight years, she has lived with this vast and fascinating body of knowledge. Now, she regularly trains individuals in several of the most popular security courses from CompTIA and Microsoft. CompTIA's Security+ is the foundational course students need to begin an incredible journey into cybersecurity.
Linda has a strong love for teaching and igniting the spark that can set students on a most worthwhile and fulfilling path.
Sara Perrott
Sara Perrott has been working in the information technology field for 20+ years and has devoted the last 10 of those to focusing on cybersecurity. She is a published author and a former college professor, and she is passionate about teaching the next generation of cybersecurity professionals. Sara has a Master of Science in Cybersecurity and Information Assurance from Western Governors University Washington and a Bachelor of Science in Information Systems Security from the University of Phoenix.
Paula Woodall
Paula Woodall began her technical career as a network and computer consultant 30 years ago. She first taught at a local university before taking the CompTIA and Microsoft exams to teach certified courses. Paula has been fortunate to teach these classes worldwide for companies such as HP and Microsoft. Paula enjoys teaching classes regarding computers and networking and talking to students about how their companies put these technologies to work for them.
Brett Glines
Brett Glines holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from BYU and an MBA from Emory University. Since 1995, he has excelled as a consultant and educator in the field of technical education, primarily specializing in IT applications, leadership development, and certification. He has helped thousands transition into IT careers and holds certifications in CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+.
Brett is a master at leveraging online environments for learning and has been training online exclusively since 2015. He focuses on engaging students, ensuring they understand and remember what they learn. He uses practical examples, everyday analogies, and recall techniques to make learning easier and more effective.
Justin Burandt
Justin Burandt has built a strong career in information technology (IT) education, holding various leadership and support roles across several universities. As an assistant director at Miami Dade College's Cybersecurity Center of the Americas, he played a key role in developing the IT training infrastructure and expanding certification programs. Additionally, Justin has mentored over 120 students in Western Governors University's IT bachelor's programs. His teach
Requirements:
Hardware Requirements:
- This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.
- Labs included in this program are not supported on mobile devices (i.e., phones and tablets).
- Please note that a Windows environment is required to complete some course assignments (A+ and N+).
- 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 12 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 textbook will be shipped to you approximately 7-10 business days after enrollment.
- CompTIA® TECH+ Cert Mike: Prepare. Practice. Pass the Test! Get Certified! Exam FC0-U71, by Mike Chapple
The digital textbooks for the A+, Network+, and Security+ courses are accessed via links in the course lessons.
- CompTIA A+ Guide to IT Technical Support (eBook)
- CompTIA Network+ Guide to Networks, by Jill West (eBook)
- CompTIA Security+ Guide to Network Security Fundamentals, by Mark Ciampa (eBook)
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Lesson 1
- IT Fundamentals Preparation
- Introduction
- IT Foundations
- IT Framework
- IT Programs
- IT Programming
- IT Databases
- IT Security
- A+ Preparation
- Core 1 Introduction
- Hardware
- Hardware Part II
- Networking
- Mobile and More
- Midterm Exam
- Core 2 Introduction
- Windows
- Troubleshooting
- Security
- Mac and Linux
- CompTIA™ Network+ N10-007
- Introduction
- Foundations of Networking and Infrastructure
- Addressing, Protocols, and Routing
- Cabling and Wireless Networking
- Virtualization and the Cloud, Subnets, and VLANs
- Risk Management and Security
- Network Performance and WANs
- Final Exam
- CompTIA™ Security+ SY0-601
- Introduction
- Security Foundations
- Security and Protection
- Cryptography
- Security and Networks
- Enterprise Security
- Conclusion
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