Training and experience will qualify a technician to service these computers and personal electronic devices. You will gain the specialized technical skills needed to install, maintain, and repair computers. Earning an industry standard certification will give you confidence and increase your opportunities in IT
This course is focused on the following two industry standard certifications:
  • The CompTIA A+
  • The European Certification of Informatics Professional (EUCIP) IT Administrator Certification (Modules 1- 3)
Information Technology (IT) is a term that encompasses the relationship between hardware, software, networks, and technical assistance provided to users. IT Essentials: PC Hardware and Software covers the information that a technician needs to be successful in IT. This course covers the following topics:
  • Personal computers
  • Safe lab procedures
  • Troubleshooting
  • Operating systems
  • Laptop computers
  • Printers and scanners
  • Networks
  • Security
  • Communication skills
The IT Essentials course focuses on two hardware and software skills-based industry certifications: CompTIA A+ and EUCIP. This course is only an introduction into the world of IT. A technician may continue to study and earn the following certifications:
  • CCNA – Cisco Certified Networking Associate
  • CCNP – Cisco Certified Networking Professional
  • CCIE – Cisco Certified Internetworking Expert
  • CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
  • MCP – Microsoft Certified Professional
  • MCSA – Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator
  • MCSE – Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
  • Network+ – CompTIA Network Certification
  • Linux+ – CompTIA Linux Certification
IT certifications can be used as credits for university and college degrees in areas such as computer science and telecommunications.