CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+)- Computer Basics

About This Course

CompTIA ITF+ helps professionals to decide if a career in IT is right for them or to develop a broader understanding of IT.

ITF+ is the only pre-career certification that helps students or career changers determine if they have a competency for information technology and if it is the right career path for them.
ITF+ is the only single certification that covers all areas of IT foundations, creating a broader understanding of IT making it ideal for non-technical professionals.
ITF+ establishes an IT education framework for students in secondary and post-secondary settings.

About the exam

The CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam focuses on the essential IT skills and knowledge needed to perform tasks commonly performed by advanced end-users and entry-level IT professionals alike, including:

Using features and functions of common operating systems and establishing network connectivity
Identifying common software applications and their purpose
Using security and web browsing best practices

This exam is intended for candidates who are advanced end users and/or are considering a career in IT. The exam is also a good fit for individuals interested in pursuing professional-level certifications, such as A+.

The exam will certify the successful candidate has the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing, IT infrastructure, application and software, software development, database fundamentals and security. In addition, candidates will have the ability to demonstrate their knowledge to:

Install software
Establish basic network connectivity
Identify/prevent basic security risks
Explain troubleshooting theory and preventative maintenance of devices

Learning Objectives

IT CONCEPTS & TERMINOLOGY : Comprehend notational systems, illustrate the basics of computing and explain the value of data and troubleshooting

INFRASTRUCTURE: Know how to set up and install common peripheral devices to a laptop/PC or secure a basic wireless network

APPLICATIONS & SOFTWARE: Manage applications software, understand the various components of an operating system and explain the purpose of methods of application architecture

SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT: Comprehend programming language categories, interpret logic, and understand the purpose of programming concepts

DATABASE FUNDAMENTALS: Able to explain database concepts, structures, and purpose, as well as understands methods used to interface

SECURITY: Understand confidentiality, integrity, and availability concerns of secure devices and best practice methods.

Material Includes

IT Fundamentals guide

Requirements

The new CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam focuses on the knowledge and skills required to identify and explain the basics of computing

Target Audience

Students considering a career in IT.
Professionals working in fields that require a broad understanding of IT.
Marketing, sales and operations staff in IT-based organizations.

Curriculum

4 Lessons3h 6m

Chapter One: Computer Basics

This course and the ITF+ certification are designed as the starting point for a career in IT support. Obtaining ITF+ certification will show that you have the aptitude to pursue a professional-level certification, such as CompTIA A+. Completing this course will also help you acquire the knowledge and skills to set up and use a computer at home securely and keep it in good working order and to provide informal support for PCs and simple computer networks to your colleagues in a small business. On course completion, you will be able to: ■ Set up a computer workstation and use basic software applications. ■ Explain the functions and types of devices used within a computer system. ■ Apply basic computer maintenance and support principles. ■ Describe some principles of software and database development. ■ Configure computers and mobile devices to connect to home networks and to the Internet. ■ Identify security issues affecting the use of computers and networks. View and read via the link below https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TM1svQtbFWpiLKP1z0CCuckCVP93tEFq/view?usp=sharing