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CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201)

Are you ready to begin your IT career? Enroll in the CompTIA A+ Core 1 course & secure your spot.

(220-1201.AE1) / ISBN : 978-1-64459-792-7
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About This Course

The CompTIA A+ Core 1 Course is not just about passing your exam; it is about building a strong foundation for your IT career. The training course is your ultimate guide to mastering the hardware & networking fundamentals, which form a backbone for modern-day technical support. At uCertify, we have designed a curriculum that aligns with the latest CompTIA A+ (220-1201) exam objectives.

We believe in learning by doing. The course gives you access to expert-led classes, hands-on labs, & practical exams. Get practical skills & confidence required to diagnose & solve a wide range of technical problems in the real world. 

Skills You’ll Get

  • Hardware & Devices: Learn how to install, configure & troubleshoot the computer components & mobile devices. 
  • Networking: Understand & master the basics of networking concepts, from TCP/IP to wireless networks, & learn how to fix the connectivity problems. 
  • Virtualization & Cloud: Understand the foundational concepts of virtualization & cloud computing. 
  • Troubleshooting: Get familiar with practical, hands-on skills to diagnose & resolve a wide range of hardware, network & device problems. 

Download Course Outline

1

Introduction Volume 1: Core 1 Exam 220-1201

  • What Is CompTIA A+ Certification?
  • What Does This Course Cover?
  • The CompTIA A+ Exam Objectives for Core 1 220-1201
2

Motherboards, Processors, and Memory

  • Understanding Motherboards
  • Understanding Processors
  • Understanding Memory
  • Understanding Cooling Systems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
3

Expansion Cards, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies

  • Installing and Configuring Expansion Cards
  • Understanding Storage Devices
  • Understanding Power Supplies
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
4

Peripherals, Cables, and Connectors

  • Understanding Peripheral Devices
  • Understanding Cables and Connectors
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
5

Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware

  • Working with Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
6

Printers and Multifunction Devices

  • Understanding Print Technologies and Imaging Processes
  • Installing and Maintaining Printers
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
7

Networking Fundamentals

  • Understanding Networking Principles
  • Identifying Common Network Hardware
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
8

Introduction to TCP/IP

  • Understanding TCP/IP
  • Understanding Virtual Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
9

Network Services

  • Understanding Network Services
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
10

Wireless and SOHO Networking

  • Understanding Wireless Networking Technologies
  • Installing and Configuring SOHO Networks
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
11

Mobile Connectivity and Application Support

  • Understanding Mobile Connectivity
  • Understanding Mobile App Support
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
12

Virtualization and Cloud Computing

  • Understanding Virtualization
  • Understanding Cloud Computing
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
13

Core Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

  • Understanding Troubleshooting Best Practices
  • Troubleshooting Motherboards, RAM, CPUs, and Power Problems
  • Troubleshooting Drives and RAID Arrays
  • Troubleshooting Networking Problems
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials
14

Mobile Device, Display, and Printer Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting Video, Projector, and Display Issues
  • Troubleshooting Common Mobile Device Issues
  • Troubleshooting Printer Issues
  • Summary
  • Exam Essentials

1

Motherboards, Processors, and Memory

  • Replacing the RAM in a Laptop
  • Configuring Virtual Memory
  • Connecting Internal Components of a Desktop
2

Expansion Cards, Storage Devices, and Power Supplies

  • Installing the Sound Card
  • Replacing the Internal HDD
  • Connecting an External Hard Disk
  • Inserting and Ejecting a USB Drive
  • Installing an SD Card
  • Creating RAID Arrays
  • Replacing SMPS
  • Protecting the Computer Using a UPS
3

Peripherals, Cables, and Connectors

  • Adjusting Display Settings
  • Connecting a Desktop
  • Connecting a Wireless Mouse and Keyboard
  • Connecting an External Speaker and Headphones
4

Laptop and Mobile Device Hardware

  • Replacing the SSD in a Laptop
  • Connecting a Docking Station
5

Printers and Multifunction Devices

  • Enabling and Disabling a Device Driver
  • Sharing a Printer
  • Installing a Printer
  • Setting up a Wireless Inkjet Printer
6

Networking Fundamentals

  • Creating a Bus Topology
  • Connecting to a DSL Network
  • Connecting to a Cable Modem
  • Connecting to an Ethernet Network
7

Introduction to TCP/IP

  • Configuring an IPv4 Address
  • Configuring an IPv6 Address
  • Configuring a DNS Server
  • Configuring a DHCP Server
  • Configuring NAT
  • Exploring APIPA and Loopback Addresses
  • Configuring an SSH Server
  • Capturing Packets Using Wireshark
  • Creating a VLAN
  • Adding a VPN Network
8

Network Services

  • Casting an Android Device to a Television
9

Wireless and SOHO Networking

  • Implementing a SOHO Network
  • Configuring a Router
  • Creating a Home Wireless Network
  • Configuring a Router Manually
  • Changing the Password for the Router
  • Configuring the SSID
10

Mobile Connectivity and Application Support

  • Connecting an iPhone to a Laptop via Bluetooth
  • Connecting a Laptop to a Personal Mobile Hotspot
  • Setting a Data-Usage Limit
  • Connecting an iPhone to Wi-Fi
  • Installing an App and Configuring Permission Settings
  • Configuring Email and Synchronization on Mobile Devices
11

Virtualization and Cloud Computing

  • Joining a Workstation to an AD Domain
  • Creating a VM in Azure
  • Setting Up Azure Storage and Uploading a File
  • Creating an Azure IoT Hub
  • Creating and Deploying a Web App
12

Core Hardware and Network Troubleshooting

  • Troubleshooting Memory Issue of a Desktop
  • Troubleshooting the Slow Performance Issue
  • Troubleshooting IP Addressing Issues
13

Mobile Device, Display, and Printer Troubleshooting

  • Replacing a Laptop Battery

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  The CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam is ideal for anyone who wants to launch their career in IT. It is the perfect starting point for aspiring help desk professionals, field service technicians, or IT support professionals.

  Not really. You can simply take the exams in any order of your liking. But one thing you need to remember is that you need to pass both core 1 and core 2 to earn your full CompTIA A+ certification.

The core 1 (220-1201) generally focuses on the physical aspects of IT, such as hardware, networking, and mobile devices. The Core 2 (220-1202) covers the software side with topics such as operating systems, security, & troubleshooting software.

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