CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Course Overview

As you prepare for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam, you will gain an understanding of the core components that make up the information technology (IT) landscape. This introductory course will introduce you to computer hardware, software, mobile computing, networking, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies. As part of this course, you will learn how to configure operating systems, file and folder management, network configuration, and the OSI model’s role in networking and troubleshooting. CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification exam preparation is also included in this course. In this course, you will learn about computer hardware, operating systems, applications software, networking technologies, protocols, web browsers, identifying security risks, troubleshooting errors, and maintaining systems through presentations, demonstrations, and knowledge-based exercises. In addition, you will learn about cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing and virtualization. A voucher will be given to you at the end of class so that you can take the exam at a later time.

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Key Features

Certified instructor's session

Extensive hands-on labs

The official training content

Participation in interactive sessions

Certification recognized by industry

Course Syllabus

Introduction to Computers and Communications

Types of Computers
Computer Communications
Bits and Bytes
Transmission Media
Signals and Modulation
Section Review

Computer Hardware: Inside the Case

Why Is This Information Important?
Motherboard
Exercise: The Human Computer
Central Processing Unit
Random Access Memory
Internal Storage Devices
Motherboard Drive Connectors
Bus Expansion Cards
Computer Cooling Systems
Computer Power Supply
Section Review

Computer Hardware: Peripheral Devices

Why Is This Information Important?
Input Devices
Output Devices
Ports and Connectors
Removable Media
Network Storage
RAID
Section Review

Operating System Software

Why Is This Information Important?
What Is an Operating System?
Early Operating Systems
Modern Operating Systems
Operating System Navigation
Using an OS: Controlling Programs
Using an OS: Screen Captures
Using an OS: Configure Accessibility
Basic OS Configuration
User Accounts
Computer File Systems
Working with File Managers
Installing and Upgrading an OS
Licensing and Registration
Updating an OS
Exercise: New Life for Old Laptops. Researching Linux Hardware Requirements
Section Review

Application Software

Why Is This Information Important?
Types of Application Software
File Name Extensions
Installing Application Software
Types of Software Licenses
Updating Software Applications
Upgrading Application Software
Uninstalling Software Applications
Exercise: Open Sesame. An Exercise in Matching File Types with Application Programs
Section Review

Mobile Computing

Why Is This Information Important?
Mobile Device Characteristics
Mobile OS: Android and Apple iOS
Mobile OS: Blackberry and Windows Phone
Interacting With Mobile Devices
Controlling with Gestures
Display Screen Settings
Lock Screens
Wireless Connectivity
Making Wi-Fi Connections
Making a Bluetooth Connection
Making an NFC Connection
Mobile Device Software
Data Synchronization
App Stores
Exercise: Examining Your Mobile Device
Section Review

Networks

Why Is This Information Important?
Network Resources
Types of Networks
Network Architectures
Network Topologies
Point-to-Point Topology
Physical Bus Topology
Ring Topology
Mesh Topology
Star Topology
Mixed Topology
Section Review

Network Communications

Why is This Information Important?
The Layered Approach to Networking
The OSI Networking Model
The Usefulness of Addressing
MAC Addresses
IP Addresses
Port Numbers
Domain Names
Name Resolution
Communications Protocols
Protocol Types
Exercise: What is My Address? An Exercise in Using the Command Window
Section Review

Local Area Networks

Why is this Information Important?
Ethernet LANs
Ethernet Hardware: NIC Card
Ethernet Hardware: Switches and Hubs
Ethernet Cabling
Other Network Hardware
Wireless LANs
Reducing LAN Collisions: CSMA/CA
Wi-Fi Hardware: Access Points
Wi-Fi Standards
WI-FI Security
Bluetooth Networking
Setting Up a SOHO Network
Section Review

Wide Area Networks

Why Is This Information Important?
Circuit-Switched WAN Solutions
Packet-Switched WAN Solutions
The Internet
Internet Access Options
Internet Access: WiMax
Internet Access: Cellular Providers
Internet Access: Satellite
Summary of Data Connections
Section Review

Common Networking Protocols

Why Is This Information Important?
File Transfer Protocol
Email Protocols
Hypertext Transfer Protocol
Secure Sockets Layer
Domain Name System
Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol
Telnet
Simple Network Management Protocol
Network Time Protocol
Exercise: Crossword Puzzle
Section Review

Information Security

CompTIA Objectives Covered in This Section
Why is This Information Important?
Information Security Overview
Threats and Vulnerabilities
Information Security Solutions
Exercise: Recognizing Secure Websites
Section Review

Maintaining Computers

Why is This Information Important?
Preventative Computer Maintenance
Surge Protection
Ergonomic Computing
Cleaning Computer Hardware
Maintaining Software
Backing-Up Data
Environmentally Friendly Computing
Reducing Energy Consumption
Disposal of Computer Equipment
Section Review

Troubleshooting Computers

Why is This Information Important?
Setting-Up a New Computer
Troubleshooting Computers
Common Errors and Problems
Computer Monitoring Tools
Researching Problems
Monitoring and Troubleshooting Networks
Exercise: Monitor This! An exercise in using Windows Task Manage and Ping
Section Review

New and Emerging Technologies

Why is This Information Important?
Virtualization
Cloud Computing
Cloud Based Services
Telepresence
Keeping Up With New Technology
Exercise: Researching a New Technology.
Section Review

Preparing for the IT Fundamentals Exam

CompTIA Certification Programs
Exam Information
Preparing For The Exam
Taking the Exam

Skills Gained

Prepare a study plan for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam
Basic concepts in computer communication
Basic functions and components of computers
Common internal hardware components, including processors, storage devices, and RAM
Peripheral components such as displays, printers, keyboard and other input/output devices, along with the connectors they use
Basic types of software and considerations for installing, updating, and upgrading software
Standard operating system configuration options, file systems, and file and folder management tasks
Software applications and common file types
Mobile devices features, mobile operating systems, and working with mobile interfaces
Common network types, architectures, and topologies
Basic concepts in network communication, including the OSI reference model, IP addresses, and protocols
Common LAN and WAN technologies, transmission media, and protocols
Basic concepts and activities for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer systems and networks
Future and developing technologies, such as virtualization, telepresence, and cloud computing

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Soft skills

Soft skills are important to business continuity and growth of an organization and if employees lack essential soft skills, they might not be able to adequately fulfill the responsibilities of leadership or team collaboration, even if they possess the necessary technical proficiency. Considering this, and the industry requirement to address, we are focusing on building some of these below mentioned soft skills of our learners based on the level of education, work experience and role.