Course description
Official CompTIA ITF+ IT Fundamentals (FCO-U61 Core Series) Certification with Exam Including Labs and Practice papers
The CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Certificate provides fundamental, basic IT skills and knowledge, and provides an entry point into further, more advanced CompTIA certifications, such as CompTIA A+, Network+, and Security+ Certifications.
This course will help you to decide if a career in IT is the right choice for you, while helping you to develop a broader understanding of IT, making it ideal for non-technical professionals.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
If you're looking to embark on a career in IT but are new to this industry, this is the best place for you to start. This certification covers essential topics for entry-level IT professionals, including security awareness, functions of common operating systems, and establishing network connectivity.
This course would also suit:
- Students who are considering an IT career
- Professionals who work in areas requiring a broad understanding of IT
- Operations, Sales and Marketing staff in IT-based organisations
Prerequisites
Required: There are no official prerequisites for this CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Certification, which means anyone can enrol onto this course.
Outcome / Qualification etc.
Accreditation: CompTIA - The Computing Technology Industry Association
Learning Outcomes
- IT Concepts & Terminology– Understand and illustrate computing basics. Be able to explain the value of troubleshooting and data
- Infrastructure– Learn how to successfully set up and install typical peripheral devices to a computer, and be able to secure a basic wireless network
- Applications & Software– Manage applications software and understand the different components of an operating system
- Software Development– Understand programming language categories and understand the purpose of programming concepts
- Database Fundamentals– Be able to explain database concepts, purpose, and structures
- Security– Understand integrity, confidentiality, and availability concerns of secure devices, as well as best practice methods
Training Course Content
Introduction
- What Is the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Certification?
- Exam Objectives
Core Hardware Components
- Introducing Internal Components
- Exploring Motherboards, Processors, and Memory
- Exploring Storage and Expansion Devices
- Exploring Power and Cooling
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Peripherals and Connectors
- Understanding Common Peripherals, Interfaces, and Connectors
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Computing Devices and the Internet of Things
- Exploring Common Computing Devices
- Understanding the Internet of Things
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Operating Systems
- Operating System Fundamentals
- Managing an Operating System
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Software Applications
- Understanding Application Architecture and Installation
- Exploring Common Application Types
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Software Development
- Exploring Programming Languages
- Understanding Programming Concepts and Techniques
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Database Fundamentals
- Understanding Databases
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Networking Concepts and Technologies
- Exploring Connection Types and Features
- Understanding Network Connectivity Essentials
- Setting Up a Wireless Network
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Security Concepts and Threats
- Understanding Hackers and Motives
- Understanding Security Threats
- Understanding Access Control
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Security Best Practices
- Understanding Security Best Practices
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
Business Continuity and Computer Support
- Understanding Business Continuity
- Exploring Computer Support Concepts
- Summary
- Exam Essentials
- Written Lab
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Expenses
Tuition Fee: £ 425Inc. VAT
Continuing Studies
By earning your CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ Certificate, you will be able to show employers that you can manage the IT tools your organisation decides to implement, while demonstrating your technological skills, making you an asset to the business.
This certification is the first step towards a career in IT, and alongside other CompTIA certifications, can see you working in job roles like:
- Junior IT Support Analyst
- IT Support Technician
- Junior Network Engineer
- Junior Software Developer
- Junior Business Analyst