Tactical Security Inc.
A+ Outline

The CompTIA A+ certification preparation course is ideal for entry-level and experienced computer technicians desiring to expand their knowledge base and skills.  This course is designed to help individuals prepare for and to be successful when taking the CompTIA A+ certification exam. A+ certified technicians are sought after to fill new job positions and are more likely to receive promotions than their un-certified peers.

Tactical Security’s 5 day A+ certification preparation course blends instructor led training with hands – on labs to allow the students to learn the concepts and to actually do the work.  Our instructors have many years of experience working in the IT industry.  It is this real world experience and expertise that is passed along ensuring your success.  Our up-to-date lab equipment allows you to practice on the same equipment and operating systems used in the field today.

1.       Safety and Environment

a.       Safety and Environmental Issues

2.       Communication and Professionalism

a.       Proper Communication Skills

b.       Professional Behavior

3.       PC Components

a.       Principals of Using a PC

b.       Motherboards

c.        Power Supplies

d.       CPU

e.        Processor Technologies

f.        Memory

4.       PC Components (cont)

a.       CRT and LCD

b.       Input Devices

c.        Adapter Cards

d.       Ports and Cables

e.        Cooling Systems

f.        Install and upgrade PC components

g.        Tools Diagnostic Procedures and Troubleshooting

h.       Preventative Measures

5.       Laptops and Portables

a.       Identify the Principals of Using a Laptop

b.       Install Components and Upgrade Laptops

c.        Identify Basic Troubleshooting Techniques

d.       Perform Preventative Maintenance on Laptops

6.       Operating Systems

a.       Identify the Fundamentals of Operating Systems

b.       Install, Configure and Optimize Operating Systems

c.        Identify tools and troubleshooting techniques for operating systems

7.       Printers and Scanners

a.       Identify types of Printer

b.       Describe Printer Languages

c.        Identify Scanners and their functions

d.       Trouble with printers and scanners

8.       Networking

a.       Learn network Terminology

b.       Identify the OSI model, its layers and their functions

c.        Identify Network Topologies

d.       Recognize LAN and WAN Protocols

e.        Fundamental of TCP/IP

f.        Wireless Networks

9.       Security

a.       Identify the Fundamental Security Principles and learn how to put them into practice

b.       Recognize Security Devices, their uses and limitations

c.        Recognize various methods of compromise including Malware & Intrusions