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CompTIA Tech+

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.
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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.
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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+

CompTIA Tech+ is the only pre-career certification that helps students and career changers determine if they have competency in tech, and if it’s the right career path for them.

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
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