
The CompTIA A+ course consists of two exams. Students need to clear both in order to achieve this certification.The first exam code is 220-901. The course contents for this exam include computer technology basics, basic networking tasks, and setup of different hardware like PCs, laptops etc. The other exam you need to appear for is CompTIA A+ 220-902. This exam is about installing and configuring operating systems of PCs. Individuals also need to learn how to configure common features like email and network connectivity. They are required to be proficient in performing such tasks on Apple iOS, Android OS, and other mobile phone operating systems. Students can appear for either of the exam series in order to gain CompTIA A+ certification.

Hardware
1. Technician Essentials and Computer/Device Anatomy
2. Configure and Use BIOS/UEFI Tools
3. Motherboard Components
4. RAM Types and Features
5. PC Expansion Cards
6. Storage Devices
7. CPUs
8. Ports and Interfaces
9. Designing and Building Custom PC Configurations
10. Using, Maintaining, and Installing Printers and Multifunction Devices
11. Networking
12. Mobile Devices
13. Hardware and Network Troubleshooting
Software
14. Windows Operating Systems Features and Installation
15. Managing Microsoft Windows
16. Networking Microsoft Windows
17. Operational Procedures
18. OS X and Linux
19. Virtualization, Cloud Computing, and Network Services
20. Mobile Operating Systems and Devices
21. Security
22. Troubleshooting Desktop and Mobile Operating Systems
Install and configure expansion cards
Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media
Differentiate between motherboard components, their purposes, and properties
Explain the fundamentals of dealing with prohibited content/activity
Explain environmental impacts and the purpose of environmental controls
| Exam Codes | CompTIA A+ 220-1001 (Core 1) and 220-1002 (Core 2) Candidates must complete both 1001 and 1002 to earn certification. Exams cannot be combined across the series. |
| Launch Date | January 15, 2019 |
| Exam Description | CompTIA A+ 220-1001 covers mobile devices, networking technology, hardware, virtualization and cloud computing and network troubleshooting. CompTIA A+ 220-1002 covers installing and configuring operating systems, expanded security, software troubleshooting and operational procedures. |
| Number of Questions | Maximum of 90 questions per exam |
| Type of Questions | Multiple choice questions (single and multiple response), drag and drops and performance-based |
| Length of Test | 90 Minutes per exam |
| Passing Score |
220-1001: 675 (on a scale of 100-900) |
| Recommended Experience | 9 to 12 months hands-on experience in the lab or field |
| Languages | English at launch. German, Japanese, Portuguese, Thai and Spanish |
| Retirement | TBD - Usually three years after launch |
| Testing Provider | Pearson VUE |
| Price | $226 USD per exam (See all pricing) |
What is CompTIA A+?
CompTIA A+ (A Plus) is an entry-level computer certification for PC computer service technicians. The exam is designed to certify the competency of entry-level PC computer service professionals in installing, maintaining, customizing, and operating personal computers.
It’s an door opener for people who wants to work in the IT field.
Do you need CompTIA A+?
If you have no experience in the IT field and you want to work in this field. CompTIA A+ is the perfect start. So by all means go take it please.
If you have some experience with computers, for example as a help desk then you will be already know most of the CompTIA A+ topics, So it won’t take you a lot of study to pass. I recommend you take it to get deeper understanding and properly a little more money.
If you have many years of experience fixing computers and you are comfortable dealing with computers problems I suggest you go to CompTIA Network+.
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