Course Outline
1 - Using Computers
- Common Computing Devices
- Using a Workstation
- Using an OS
- Managing an OS
- Troubleshooting and Support
- Summary
2 - Using Apps and Databases
- Using Data Types and Units
- Using Apps
- Programming and App Development
- Using Databases
- Summary
3 - Using Computer Hardware
- System Components
- Using Device Interfaces
- Using Peripheral Devices
- Using Storage Devices
- Using File Systems
- Summary
4 - Using Networks
- Networking Concepts
- Connecting to a Network
- Secure Web Browsing
- Using Shared Storage
- Using Mobile Devices
- Summary
5 - Security Concepts
- Security Concerns
- Using Best Practices
- Using Access Controls
- Behavioral Security Concepts
- Summary
Target Audience
CompTIA IT Fundamentals+ is aimed at those considering a career in IT and computer-related fields. Consequently, there are no special prerequisites to start this course. We have made the assumption that you don't know much about how computers or software work, or even how to use them. Some experience with using a keyboard and mouse will be helpful but is not essential