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Course Overview
Breaking into IT can feel overwhelming for students and career changers who aren’t sure where to begin. With employers increasingly expecting digital literacy—over 90% of jobs now require some level of digital skill (World Economic Forum)—building a strong foundation is essential.
The CompTIA Tech+ certification establishes that foundation. As the new entry-level standard replacing the retired ITF+ exam, Tech+ covers hardware, software, networking, databases, operating systems, and cybersecurity, while introducing career pathways in each domain.
Delivered in a 5-day instructor-led format, Tech+ validates career-ready knowledge and prepares learners for advanced certifications like CompTIA A+, making it the ideal first step toward a successful IT career.
Course Objectives
By completing this course, you will be able to:
- Understand and manage technology infrastructure and computing concepts
- Troubleshoot and resolve common hardware and software issues
- Recognize and address basic cybersecurity threats
- Explain the growing importance of emerging technologies
- Use Tech+ as a launchpad toward certifications like CompTIA A+
Course Outline
1.0 Understanding Technology Fundamentals
- Using technology effectively
- Exploring the computing cycle
- Identifying different types of computing devices
- Career opportunities in technology
2.0 Data and Privacy
- How data is used and stored
- Data privacy principles
- Password management and encryption
- Careers in data protection and privacy
3.0 Internet Technologies
- Internet essentials
- Navigating with web browsers
- Internet service providers and connectivity
- Careers in internet technologies
4.0 Cybersecurity
- Core security concepts
- Identifying common security threats
- Security tools and software
- Careers in cybersecurity
5.0 Networking
- Binary and numbering systems in networking
- Basic networking concepts
- How networks function
- Small wireless network specifications
- Virtualization in networks
- Careers in networking
6.0 Applications and Software
- Common applications
- Productivity software
- Safely managing software
- The CompTIA troubleshooting methodology
- Careers in applications and software
7.0 Operating Systems
- Introduction to operating systems
- Functions of an OS
- File management practices
- Backing up data
- Careers in operating systems
8.0 Hardware
- Units of speed and capacity
- What’s inside a computer
- Storage types
- Connecting external devices
- Installing peripheral devices
- Careers in computer hardware
9.0 Databases
- Database basics
- Types of databases
- Relational database concepts
- Careers in database management
10.0 Coding
- What coding is and why it matters
- Planning a coding project
- Variables and data types
- Core coding principles
- Careers in coding
11.0 The Future of Technology
- Leading and emerging technologies shaping IT careers
A.0 CompTIA Tech+ FC0-U71 Exam Practice
- Practice questions and reviews
- Exam strategies and readiness check