Course Code: 5609

CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Class Dates:
2/10/2025
Length:
5 Days
Cost:
$2795.00
Class Time:
Technology:
Server
Delivery:
Instructor-Led Training, Virtual Instructor-Led Training

Overview

  • Course Overview
  • The Official CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) (Exam FC0-U61) will provide students with the fundamental IT skills and concepts required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, software development, and database use. In addition, students will acquire the essential skills and information they need to set up, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance of the hardware and software components of a basic personal computer workstation and basic wireless devices. Students will also learn to implement basic security measures and implement basic computer and user support practices as well as prepare candidates to take the CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) certification exam.
  • Audience
  • Who Needs to Attend
    • IT novices who need a broad, fundamental understanding of IT and who want to learn the basics of computers, computer software, mobile devices, networking, LANs and WANs, data storage, and how IT infrastructures are monitored and managed. Ideal candidates include:
    • Entry-level and newly hired technical professionals, including PC support, help desk, and networking professionals
    • Sales and marketing professionals looking to increase their ability to communicate with technical professionals and increase sales
    • Executives who seek better-informed decision making
    • Professionals seeking to prepare for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals Exam
    Exam FC0-U61

Prerequisites

  • LABS CompTIA Labs, hosted by Skillable, allow students to learn in actual software applications through a remote lab environment. Labs allow students to practice what they are learning using real, hands-on experiences. Students have access to the software environment for 12 months after a CompTIA Labs access key is redeemed, providing a post-class resource for students to practice their skills

Course Details

  • What You'll Learn
  • Prepare a study plan for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam
  • Basic concepts in computer communication
  • • Basic functions and components of computers
  • Common internal hardware components, including processors, storage devices, and
  • • Peripheral components such as displays, printers, keyboard and other input/output
  • • Basic types of software and considerations for installing, updating, and upgrading
  • • Standard operating system configuration options, file systems, and file and folder
  • Software applications and common file types
  • • Mobile devices features, mobile operating systems, and working with mobile interfaces
  • Common network types, architectures, and topologies
  • • Basic concepts in network communication, including the OSI reference model, IP
  • Common LAN and WAN technologies, transmission media, and protocols
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  • Basic concepts and areas of information security, including authentication, encryption,
  • Firewalls
  • Basic concepts and activities for maintaining, monitoring, and troubleshooting computer
  • Systems and Networks
  • • Future and developing technologies, such as virtualization, telepresence, and cloud
  • Module 1 - Unit 1 - Using Computers
  • Common Computing Devices
  • Information Technology.
  • Personal Computers (PC).
  • Mobile Devices
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Devices
  • Module 1 / Unit 2 - Using a Workstation
  • Setting up a PC System
  • Ergonomic Concepts
  • Navigating an OS
  • Using Input Devices
  • Recognizing Desktop Icons
  • Working with Windows
  • Module 1 / Unit 3 - Using an OS
  • Functions of an Operating System
  • Types of Operating System
  • Virtualization
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Apple macOS and iOS
  • Linux, Chrome, and Android
  • File Explorer
  • Windows Settings and Control Panel
  • Using a Web Browser
  • Module 1 / Unit 4
  • Management Interfaces
  • Process and Service Management .
  • Memory and Disk Management
  • Command Line Interfaces
  • Access Control and Protection
  • Module 1 / Unit 5 - Troubleshooting and Support
  • Support and Troubleshooting
  • Identifying the Problem
  • Understanding the Problem
  • Resolving and Documenting the Problem
  • Troubleshooting PC Issues
  • Getting Support
  • Using a Search Engine
  • Module 2 / Using Apps and Databases / Unit 1 Using Data Types and Units
  • Notational Systems
  • Units of Measure
  • Data Types
  • Data Representation
  • The Value of Data
  • Intellectual Property
  • Data-driven Business Decisions
  • Module 2 / Unit 2 Using Apps
  • Installing Applications .
  • Application Management
  • Managing Software Licensing
  • Productivity Software
  • Collaboration Software
  • Business Software
  • Module 2 / Unit 3 - Programming and App Development
  • Programming Logic
  • Programming Languages
  • Programming Concepts
  • Object-Oriented Programming
  • Scripting Languages
  • Application Platforms and Delivery
  • Module 2 / Unit 4 - Using Databases
  • Database Concepts
  • Database Structures.
  • Relational Methods.
  • Database Access Methods .
  • Application Architecture Models
  • Module 3 / Unit 1 - System Components
  • Selecting a Computer
  • Motherboard Components
  • Processors.
  • Features of Processors..
  • System and Expansion Bus Technologies
  • System Cooling
  • BIOS and UEFI System Firmware..
  • Module 3 / Unit 2 - Using Device Interfaces
  • Computer Port and Connector Types....
  • USB and Firewire
  • Graphics Devices
  • Graphic Device Interfaces.
  • Input Devices
  • Configuring Peripherals
  • Bluetooth .
  • RF and Near Field Communications (NFC)
  • Networking Interfaces
  • Module 3 / Unit 4 - Using Storage Devices
  • System Memory
  • Mass Storage Devices
  • Optical Discs and Drives
  • Removable Flash Memory Devices
  • Module 3 / Unit 5 - Using File Systems
  • Managing the File System
  • Folders and Directories
  • File Explorer.
  • Files..
  • File Attributes and Permissions.
  • Searching for Folders and Files
  • File Types and Extensions
  • Module 4 / Unit 1 - Networking Concepts
  • Network Components
  • TCP/IP
  • Internet Protocol
  • Packet Delivery and Forwarding
  • DNS and URLs
  • Internet Application Services
  • Module 4 / Unit 2 - Connecting to a Network
  • Internet Service Types.
  • Wireless Internet Services
  • Setting Up a Wireless Network
  • Configuring a Wireless Client.
  • Connecting to an Enterprise Network
  • Module 4 / Unit 3 - Secure Web Browsing
  • Safe Browsing Practices
  • Configuring Browser Security
  • Managing Cookies and PII
  • Digital Certificates and Anti-phishing
  • Enabling a Firewall
  • Module 4 / Unit 4 - Using Shared Storage
  • Local Network Sharing and Storage
  • Windows File Sharing
  • Hosted Sharing and Storage
  • Backups
  • Windows Backup
  • Module 4 / Unit 5 - Using Mobile Devices
  • Using a Mobile Device
  • Mobile Applications and App Stores .
  • Network Connectivity
  • Email Configuration
  • Synchronization and Data Transfer
  • Module 5 / Unit 1 - Security Concerns
  • Computer Security Basics
  • Social Engineering
  • Business Continuity
  • Disaster Recovery
  • Module 5 / Unit 2 - Using Best Practices
  • Securing Devices
  • Malware
  • Preventing Malware Infections .
  • Spam
  • Software Sources and Patch Management
  • Module 5 / Unit 3 - Using Access Controls
  • Access Controls
  • User Account Types
  • Authentication Factors
  • Uses of Encryption
  • Password Cracking and Management..
  • Module 5 / Unit 4 - Behavioral Security Concepts
  • Policies and Procedures
  • Handling Confidential Information
  • Acceptable Use Policies.
  • Expectations of Privacy