IT Fundamentals - On-Demand Course

  The IT fundamentals class is designed for students who are seeking to prepare for a career in Information technology. Students will learn safely set up a basic workstation, including installing basic hardware and software and establishing basic network connectivity; identify and correct compatibility issues; identify and prevent basic security risks; and practice basic support techniques on computing devices.

Upon completion of the course, students will be able to:

• Identifying hardware commonly found in or attached to computing devices
• Identifying software commonly installed on computing devices
• Setting up a basic workstation
• Configuring network access
• Working with files, folders, and applications
• Configuring and using wireless devices
• Securing computing devices
• Supporting computers and users

Exam Prep Software: All CompTIA classes offered include access to web-based practice exams. CompTIA certification exams are very rigorous and challenging. By studying after the class and using these practice exams, students will greatly improve Their chances of passing the actual certification exam the first time.

Exam Pass Guarantee: All of the CompTIA certification classes we sell come with an Exam Pass Guarantee from the training provider. To receive the exam voucher students will need to take the Practice Test provided, and achieve and 85% or better in Certification Mode, prior to the release of the exam voucher. The practice test is typically ordered the first day of class and emailed to each student. Once the student emails exam@onlc.com with proof of the 85% or better, the exam voucher will be released to them within 24 hours. Should you fail on the first attempt, you will be provided a second voucher (up to 3 vouchers total per exam). However, should you decide to not take the practice exam or to take the exam without first achieving the 85% in certification mode, the Exam Pass is null and void. Please read through the: Exam Pass Guarantee for all the details.

Section 1: Identifying Computer Hardware
Lesson A: Identifying Types of Computing Devices
Lesson B: Identifying Internal Computer Components
Lesson C: Common Computer Connector Types
Lesson D: Identifying Common Peripheral Devices

Section 2: Identifying Computer Software
Lesson A: Comparing Functions and Features of Common Operating Systems
Lesson B: Identifying Application Software

Section 3: Setting Up a Basic Workstation
Lesson A: Connect Hardware
Lesson B: Installing and Configuring Operating Systems
Lesson C: Installing and Configuring Applications
Lesson D: Configuring Accessibility Options

Section 4: Configuring Network Access
Lesson A: Network Connection Types
Lesson B: Installing and Configuring a SOHO Router
Lesson C: Network and Alternative Technologies
Lesson D: Sharing and Storage Methods

Section 5: Working with Files, Folders, and Applications
Lesson A: Creating Files
Lesson B: Navigate a File Structure
Lesson C: Managing Files and Folders
Lesson D: Compress and Extract Files
Lesson E: Creating Screen Captures

Section 6: Configuring and Using Wireless Devices
Lesson A: Configuring Wireless Devices
Lesson B: Using Wireless Devices

Section 7: Securing Computing Devices
Lesson A: Identifying Security Threats
Lesson B: Applying Security Best Practices
Lesson C: Performing Secure Web Browsing

Section 8: Supporting Computers and Users
Lesson A: Environmental and Safety Concepts
Lesson B: Backing Up and Restoring Data
Lesson C: Managing Software
Lesson D: Implementing Basic Support Measures