Portland State University
 
Information Technology
Course Number: IT101A
A+

A+ certification is a CompTIA-sponsored testing program that certifies the competency of entry-level computer service technicians. The test covers a broad range of hardware and software technologies, but is not bound to any vendor-specific products. The program is backed by major computer hardware and software vendors, distributors, resellers, and publications.

Our top-notch information technology and computer training meets the growing demands of the Portland Metro area including Vancouver (WA), Southwestern Washington, and Salem, Oregon communities.

For more details, please contact our Technical Adviser at 503-725-2395 or email IT@pdx.edu.

COURSE OUTLINE:

  • Module 1: A+ Core Hardware
    • Installing, Configuring and Upgrading
    • Diagnosing & Troubleshooting
    • Preventive Maintenance
    • Motherboard, Processors & Memory
    • Printers
    • Basic Networking

  • Module 2: A+ OS Technologies
    • OS Fundamentals
    • Installation, Configuring and Upgrading
    • Diagnosing and Troubleshooting
    • Networks

PREREQUISITES:

Exposure to Computers.