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The Path of the PC Tech

The Path of the PC Tech. Chapter 1. Overview. In this chapter, you will learn how to Explain the importance of gaining skill in managing and troubleshooting PCs Explain the importance of CompTIA A+ certification Describe how to become a CompTIA A+ Certified Technician.

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The Path of the PC Tech

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  1. The Path of the PC Tech Chapter 1

  2. Overview In this chapter, you will learn how to Explain the importance of gaining skill in managing and troubleshooting PCs Explain the importance of CompTIA A+ certification Describe how to become a CompTIA A+ Certified Technician

  3. Concept of Certifications Required in many professions Automobile mechanic – ASE Accountant – CPA Certification shows competency Often opens doors Helps get your resume noticed Helps you land the interview Certified

  4. Importance of CompTIA A+ Certification There is a long history of vendor-specific certifications for techs HP Certified Professional Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCSE) There was a need for a general certification for PC techs Validate that the tech can maintain, upgrade, and repair PCs CompTIA A+ is that certification

  5. What Is CompTIA A+ Certification? Industry-wide, vendor-neutral Sponsored by CompTIA Wide recognition in computer industry Covers nine months of knowledge More than 800,000 CompTIA A+ certified techs worldwide

  6. Who Is CompTIA? Nonprofit, industry trade association More than 20,000 members in 102 countries Virtually every company of consequence in the IT industry is a member Offers certifications such as CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, and more See www.comptia.org for details

  7. The Path to Other Certifications CompTIA Network+ Shows competency as a network technician Microsoft Certified Professional Shows competency in Microsoft operating systems Cisco Shows competency in routing and switching technologies

  8. CompTIA A+ Certification How to become CompTIA A+ certified Pass two computer-based, multiple-choice exams Requires that you pay a fee CompTIA A+ Essentials (220-701) CompTIA Practical Application (220-702)

  9. The CompTIA A+ Exams Windows Desktop-centric No Mac, No Linux, No Windows Server, No Windows Mobile Windows 2000 Windows XP Windows Vista Windows 7 is not covered on either exam

  10. Basic Exam Structure Multiple choice questions such as A dot-matrix printer is printing blank pages. What should you check first? Printer drivers Platen Print head Ribbon Click on the locationof the processorsocket in the picture

  11. Essentials (220-701) Domains and percentages for the CompTIA A+ Essentials exam Domain Percentage 1.0 Hardware 27% 2.0 Troubleshooting/Repair/Maintenance 20% 3.0 Operating Systems/Software 20% 4.0 Networking 15% 5.0 Security 8% 6.0 Operational Procedures 10%

  12. Practical Application (220-702) Domains and percentages for the CompTIA A+ Practical Application exam Domain Percentage 1.0 Hardware 38% 2.0 Operating Systems 34% 3.0 Networking 15% 4.0 Security 13%

  13. What Chapters Cover Each Exam? Objective map in Appendix A Shows exactly where objectives are covered Book focuses on tech skills Expect the chapter to teach you the material fully. Each exam tests at different depths: 220-701 Identify, install, and configure 220-702 Maintain and troubleshoot

  14. How to Take the Tests Offered by Prometric at testing sites worldwide 800-776-4276 or www.prometric.com Offered by Pearson/VUE at testing sites worldwide 877-551-PLUS (7587) or www.vue.com Cost of the exams $168 (U.S.) per exam – pass or fail Discount vouchers widely available

  15. How to Pass the CompTIA A+ Exams Set a date as your goal Set aside enough time for study and lab Use the practice exams on the CD that come with the book Use good study strategies Write down information in your own handwriting Make flash cards Set aside a special time for study each day

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