PC Engineer (A+)

The A+ examination by CompTIA is widely recognised throughout the computer industry and is a significant declaration of skill and understanding. For some it is more than sufficient to secure a career as a computer technician, for others it provides the springboard for further study for careers in computer networking, network support and the Internet.

Regardless of your current level of ability, this course will guide you safely through this dynamic and fascinating subject. It will enable and equip you to know your computer inside-out to master your PC.

About PC Master (A+) Certification

The objective is for you to become A+ certified. A+ is a certification sponsored by CompTIA - the Computing Technology Industry Association. Virtually every computer company of consequence is a member; Microsoft, Novell, Sun, IBM, HP, Apple, Intel and so on.

The A+ certification was created in 1993 and is now considered to be the de-facto requirement for entrance into the PC industry as a support technician.

SYLLABUS

Essentials

Part A

• Introduction
• Getting started with PC hardware support
• Operating systems
• Electricity and power systems
• CPUs and motherboards
• Basic Input/Output System
• Memory systems
• Bus structures
• Expansion cards
• Ports, connectors, and cables
• Data storage devices
• Video and multimedia input/output devices

Part B

• Introduction
• Printers
• Portable computers and devices
• Monitoring and management
• Connecting computers
• Networking computers
• Security
• Safety
• Troubleshooting and maintaining a PC
• Professionalism and communication
• Windows installation and upgrades

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Part A

• Introduction
• Electricity and power systems
• CPUs and motherboards
• Memory systems
• Expansion cards
• Data storage devices
• Ports, connectors, and cables
• Printers and scanners
• Display devices

Part B

• Introduction
• Portable computers and devices
• Operating system management
• OS maintenance and troubleshooting
• Networking
• Security
• Maintaining the PC environment
• Professionalism and communication

Practical Training

Regionalised practical training will be arranged after completion of the theory section of your course. The practical training is optional and is designed to reinforce the syllabus and prepare the student for final examination. The college reserves the right to change the venues and times for practical training sessions.

Your Guarantee

The SkillsTrain Organisation has successfully taught millions of students from all over Europe. Our vast experience gives us the confidence to say to you that you cannot fail. We can assure you that you will gain new skills and successfully achieve valuable qualifications - a guarantee of a successful future. More career opportunities will be opened up to you. All we ask of you is effort and commitment, the end result will bring its own ample reward.

Here at SkillsTrain, we have everything you need to get yourself back on track. You'll be hand-in-hand with Europe's premier resource for turning raw potential into career reality. As an active student, you will also have full access to the SkillsTrain Jobs Portal.

The SkillsTrain Jobs Portal

Unique to SkillsTrain, our bespoke career assistance software will help you to find your dream job. Think of it as the Google of the recruitment world. It will take your CV and make sure that your details are posted to every major jobs board in the UK.

No more endless trawling around and spending hours on each site - all you have to do is post your CV once with us and we do the rest. At the same time, the jobs portal allows you to find jobs anywhere in the UK relative to your chosen career path and level of qualification. Just enter your search criteria and our Employment Network software does all the hard work for you, finding every opportunity of interest. It's brilliant and simply the best and quickest way into your new career.