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CompTIA Tech+

Length 5 days

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Why study this course

CompTIA Tech+ is the essential certification for anyone exploring a career in tech. It provides you with the foundational knowledge and hands-on skills needed to navigate today’s digital world, giving you the confidence to take the first step toward a tech-related career. CompTIA Tech+ focuses on practical, real-world skills that help you understand core tech concepts, troubleshoot basic issues, and build a strong foundation for future learning and growth in the tech industry.

Please note: The exam is not included in the course fee but can be purchased separately. Please contact us for a quote.

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What you’ll learn

Understand notational systems, computing basics, the value of data, and troubleshooting methodology.
Learn to set up and install common peripheral devices, configure wireless networks, and understand virtualisation and cloud technologies.
Gain knowledge of operating systems, application software, web browser features, and artificial intelligence tools like chatbots and generative AI.
Apply programming language categories, organisational techniques, logic concepts, and foundational programming principles in software development.
Understand database concepts, structures, and uses, as well as backup methods and the value of data in decision-making.
Learn best practices for securing devices, managing passwords, and using encryption to protect data at rest and in transit.

CompTIA at Lumify Work

CompTIA is the voice of the world’s information technology (IT) industry. A non-profit association, CompTIA offers IT professionals vendor neutral, industry-leading IT certifications. Lumify Work is proud to be a CAPP Gold Partner – offering A+, Network+, Security+, CySA+, Pentest+, and more.

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Who is the course for?

Students considering a career in IT
Professionals working in fields that require a broad understanding of IT
Marketing, sales and operations staff in IT-based organisations

Course subjects

Tech concepts and terminology

Computing basics: input, processing, output, and storage fundamentals.
Notational systems: binary, hexadecimal, decimal, and octal systems.
Units of measure: storage (bit, byte, KB, GB, TB), speed (MHz, GHz), and throughput (bps, Mbps, Gbps).
Troubleshooting methodology: identifying problems, testing theories, implementing solutions, and documenting findings.

Infrastructure

Computing devices: smartphones, tablets, laptops, servers, IoT devices, and gaming consoles.
Internal components: motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage (HDD, SSD, NVMe), NIC, and GPU.
Storage types: volatile vs. non-volatile, local, network, and cloud storage.
Peripheral setup: printers, scanners, monitors, and driver installation.
Device interfaces: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC.
Virtualisation and cloud: hypervisors, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, hybrid, and on-premises models.
Networking basics: LAN vs. WAN, IP/MAC addresses, routers, switches, and firewalls.
Wireless networks: 802.11 standards, speed, and interference considerations.

Applications and software

Operating systems: mobile, desktop, server, embedded systems.
OS components: file systems (NTFS, FAT32), interfaces (GUI, command line), utilities, and drivers.
Software types: productivity tools, collaboration apps, web browsers, and remote support.
Web browser features: private browsing, add-ons, password management, and cache clearing.
Artificial intelligence: chatbots, assistants, and generative AI for content and predictions.

Software development concepts

Programming languages: interpreted, compiled, scripting, markup, and assembly.
Data types: char, strings, numbers (integers, floats), and Boolean.
Programming concepts: variables, constants, arrays, functions, and objects.
Organisational techniques: pseudocode, flowcharts, object-oriented methods, branching, looping.

Data and database fundamentals

Value of data: data-driven decisions, reporting, and monetisation.
Database concepts: relational vs. non-relational, tables, rows, fields, primary/foreign keys.
Database use: queries, reports, scalability, cloud vs. local storage.
Backup concepts: file and system backups, local vs. cloud storage.

Security

Security concepts: confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and authorisation.
Device security: anti-malware, firewalls, patching, physical security, safe browsing.
Password practices: length, complexity, privacy, reuse, and password managers.
Encryption: data at rest, data in transit, HTTPS, VPNs, mobile devices.

Prerequisites

A fundamental understanding of basic IT concepts and knowledge of using a computer.

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