CompTIA A+ Syllabus
Lesson 1: Installing Motherboards and Connectors 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 1A: Explain Cable Types and Connectors (Day 1)
Topic 1B: Install and Configure Motherboards (Day 1)
Topic 1C: Explain Legacy Cable Types (Day 1)
Lesson 2: Installing System Devices 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 2A: Install and Configure Power Supplies and Cooling (Day 2)
Topic 2B: Select and Install Storage Devices (Day 2)
Topic 2C: Install and Configure System Memory (Day 2)
Topic 2D: Install and Configure CPUs (Day 2)
Lesson 3: Troubleshooting PC Hardware 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 3A: Apply Troubleshooting Methodology (Day 3)
Topic 3B: Configure BIOS/UEFI (Day 3)
Topic 3C: Troubleshoot Power and Disk Issues (Day 3)
Topic 3D: Troubleshoot System and Display Issues (Day 3)
Lesson 4: Comparing Local Networking Hardware 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 4A: Compare Network Types (Day 4)
Topic 4B: Compare Networking Hardware (Day 4)
Topic 4C: Explain Network Cable Types (Day 4)
Topic 4D: Compare Wireless Networking Types (Day 4)
Lesson 5: Configuring Network Addressing and Internet Connections
2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 5A: Compare Internet Connection Types (Day 5)
Topic 5B: Use Basic (Day 5)
Topic 5C: Compare Protocols and PortsTCP/IP Concepts (Day 5)
Topic 5D: Compare Network Configuration Concepts (Day 5)
Lesson 6: Supporting Network Services 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 6A: Summarize Services Provided by Networked Hosts (Day 6)
Topic 6B: Compare Internet and Embedded Appliances (Day 6)
Topic 6C: Troubleshoot Networks (Day 6)
Lesson 7: Summarizing Virtualization and Cloud Concepts 2 Hours - 2 Topics
Topic 7A: Summarize Client-Side Virtualization (Day 7)
Topic 7B: Summarize Cloud Concepts (Day 7)
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Lesson 8: Supporting Mobile Devices 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 8A: Set Up Mobile Devices and Peripherals (Day 8)
Topic 8B: Configure Mobile Device Apps (Day 8)
Topic 8C: Install and Configure Laptop Hardware (Day 8)
Topic 8D: Troubleshoot Mobile Device Issues (Day 8)
Lesson 9: Supporting Print Devices 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 9A: Deploy Printer and Multifunction Devices (Day 9)
Topic 9B: Replace Print Device Consumables (Day 9)
Topic 9C: Troubleshoot Print Device Issues (Day 9)
Lesson 10: Configuring Windows 2 Hours - 2 Topics
Topic 10A: Configure Windows User Settings (Day 10)
Topic 10B: Configure Windows System Settings (Day 10)
Lesson 11: Managing Windows 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 11A: Use Management Consoles (Day 11)
Topic 11B: Use Performance and Troubleshooting Tools (Day 11)
Topic 11C: Use Command-line Tools (Day 11)
Lesson 12: Identifying OS Types and Features 2 Hours - 2 Topics
Topic 12A: Explain OS Types (Day 12)
Topic 12B: Compare Windows Editions (Day 12)
Lesson 13: Supporting Windows 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 13A: Perform OS Installations and Upgrades (Day 13)
Topic 13B: Install and Configure Applications (Day 13)
Topic 13C: Troubleshoot Windows OS Problems (Day 13)
Lesson 14: Managing Windows Networking 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 14A: Manage Windows Networking (Day 14)
Topic 14B: Troubleshoot Windows Networking (Day 14)
Topic 14C: Configure Windows Security Settings (Day 14)
Topic 14D: Manage Windows Shares (Day 14)
Lesson 15: Managing Linux and macOS 2 Hours - 2 Topics
Topic 15A: Identify Features of Linux (Day 15)
Topic 15B: Identify Features of macOS (Day 15)
Lesson 16: Configuring SOHO Network Security 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 16A: Explain Attacks, Threats, and Vulnerabilities (Day 16)
Topic 16B: Compare Wireless Security Protocols (Day 16)
Topic 16C: Configure SOHO Router Security (Day 16)
Topic 16D: Summarize Security Measures (Day 16)
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Lesson 17: Managing Security Settings 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 17A: Configure Workstation Security (Day 17)
Topic 17B: Configure Browser Security (Day 17)
Topic 17C: Troubleshoot Workstation Security Issues (Day 17)
Lesson 18: Supporting Mobile Software 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 18A: Configure Mobile OS Security (Day 18)
Topic 18B: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Software (Day 18)
Topic 18C: Troubleshoot Mobile OS and App Security (Day 18)
Lesson 19: Using Support and Scripting Tools 2 Hours - 4 Topics
Topic 19A: Use Remote Access Technologies (Day 19)
Topic 19B: Implement Backup and Recovery (Day 19)
Topic 19C: Explain Data Handling Best Practices (Day 19)
Topic 19D: Identify Basics of Scripting (Day 19)
Lesson 20: Implementing Operational Procedures 2 Hours - 3 Topics
Topic 20A: Implement Best Practice Documentation (Day 20)
Topic 20B: Use Proper Communication Techniques (Day 20)
Topic 20C: Use Common Safety and Environmental Procedures (Day 20)
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