The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) V15 course focuses on the equipment side of modern support work. Covering key areas such as Mobile Devices, Networking, Hardware, Virtualization & Cloud Computing, and Hardware/Network Troubleshooting, the course equips learners with a broad set of skills. Participants gain insights into devices like laptops, mobile phones, and IoT equipment, understand how to network and configure components, explore virtual and cloud environments, and apply troubleshooting methodologies to maintain effective operations. Mastery of these domains prepares you for the 90-question Core 1 exam, where a passing score (675/900) fulfills one of two requirements for achieving full CompTIA A+ certification.
Overview
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Understand mobile devices, laptops, and IoT equipment
Network and connect devices effectively
Configure and select internal hardware components
Extend resources into virtual and cloud computing environments
Apply structured troubleshooting methodologies
This course is appropriate for computer technicians, IT support staff, and help desk professionals with 6 to 12 months of hands-on experience. It will also help prepare professionals seeking CompTIA A+ certification (220-1201/220-1202)
- Basic end-user skills with Windows-based PCs
- Basic knowledge of computing concepts
01. Mobile Devices
- Mobile device hardware monitoring and replacement
- Mobile device accessories and connectivity options
- Mobile device network setup and app support
02. Networking
- TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and purposes
- Wireless networking technologies
- Networked host services
- Network configuration concepts
- Networking hardware devices
- SOHO network setup
- Internet connection types and network types
- Networking tools and purposes
03. Hardware
- Display components and attributes
- Cable types, connectors, and purposes – summary
- RAM characteristics
- Storage devices
- Motherboard, CPU, and add-on card installation
- Power supply installation
- Multifunction device and printer setup
- Printer maintenance
04. Virtualization and Cloud Computing
- Virtualization concepts
- Cloud computing concepts
05. Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
- Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and power troubleshooting
- Drive and RAID troubleshooting
- Video, projector, and display troubleshooting
- Mobile device troubleshooting
- Network troubleshooting
- Printer troubleshooting
SKILLS LEARNED
Skills Learned
After completing this online training course, students will be able to:
Understand mobile devices, laptops, and IoT equipment
Network and connect devices effectively
Configure and select internal hardware components
Extend resources into virtual and cloud computing environments
Apply structured troubleshooting methodologies
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This course is appropriate for computer technicians, IT support staff, and help desk professionals with 6 to 12 months of hands-on experience. It will also help prepare professionals seeking CompTIA A+ certification (220-1201/220-1202)
PREREQUISITES
- Basic end-user skills with Windows-based PCs
- Basic knowledge of computing concepts
COURSE OUTLINE
01. Mobile Devices
- Mobile device hardware monitoring and replacement
- Mobile device accessories and connectivity options
- Mobile device network setup and app support
02. Networking
- TCP and UDP ports, protocols, and purposes
- Wireless networking technologies
- Networked host services
- Network configuration concepts
- Networking hardware devices
- SOHO network setup
- Internet connection types and network types
- Networking tools and purposes
03. Hardware
- Display components and attributes
- Cable types, connectors, and purposes – summary
- RAM characteristics
- Storage devices
- Motherboard, CPU, and add-on card installation
- Power supply installation
- Multifunction device and printer setup
- Printer maintenance
04. Virtualization and Cloud Computing
- Virtualization concepts
- Cloud computing concepts
05. Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
- Motherboard, RAM, CPU, and power troubleshooting
- Drive and RAID troubleshooting
- Video, projector, and display troubleshooting
- Mobile device troubleshooting
- Network troubleshooting
- Printer troubleshooting
