CompTIA A+ Core 1 Training Overview

Aug 8, 2024

Certification Centergy: CompTIA A+ Core 1 Training Course Intro

Welcome and Course Overview

  • Audience: New and returning IT enthusiasts
  • Course: CompTIA A+ Core 1 Complete Training Course
  • Cost: Free
    • No hidden fees, no additional content charges
  • Goal: Equip learners with knowledge to pass CompTIA A+ Core 1 certification exam
  • Format: Self-paced learning resource

What Makes Certification Centergy Special?

  • Strategic Presentation: Orderly presentation of exam topics
  • Engaging Content: Vivid, comprehensible video segments with a touch of humor
  • Learning Experience: Guided and enjoyable learning pathway

Ideal Candidate for CompTIA A+ Certification

  • Target Audience: Entry-level problem solvers and innovative thinkers
  • Prerequisite Knowledge: IT basics from CompTIA ITF+ or similar experience
  • Career Aspirations: Tech wizards, creators of cutting-edge solutions

CompTIA A+ Certification Path

  • Exams Required: Two exams (Core 1 and Core 2)
  • Core 1 Focus: Hardware and networking essentials
  • Core 2 Focus: Operating systems, security, operational procedures
  • Goal: Validate practical and theoretical IT expertise
  • Course Focus: Preparation for Core 1 exam

IT Foundational Mastery Path

  • Prerequisites: CompTIA ITF+ certification or comparable foundational IT skills
  • Instructor Role: Guide to build on foundational knowledge
  • Future Certifications: CompTIA Network+ and CompTIA Security+
  • Course Design: Stepping stone for progressive IT capability expansion

Core 1 Exam Content

  • Focus Areas:
    • Mobile devices
    • Networking concepts
    • Computing hardware
    • Cloud computing and virtualization
    • Troubleshooting scenarios
  • Exam Version: 220-1001 (launched April 2022)
  • Exam Structure:
    • 90 multiple choice and performance-based questions
    • 90 minutes duration
    • Passing score: 675 (on a scale of 900)

Scoring Breakdown

  • Below 500: More study required
  • 500-674: Needs more understanding
  • 675-749: Passing (2/3 to 3/4 content understood)
  • 750-799: Most exam content understood
  • 800+: Excellent performance
  • 900: Perfect score (exceptional achievement)

Exam Objectives Overview

  • Importance: Provides a roadmap to success, often overlooked
  • Content: Number of questions, question format, passing requirements, and tested topics
  • Domains: Each domain includes specific exam objectives and topics
  • Example:
    • Domain: Mobile devices
    • Objective 1.1: Install and configure laptop hardware and components
  • Purpose: Keeps study on track, acts as final checklist before exam attempt
  • Access: Download from CompTIA A+ Core 1 product page on Certification Centergy website

Study Tips and Recommendations

  • Watch Videos: Multiple times to master topics
  • Learning Pace: Go as fast or slow as needed
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Conclusion

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