CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) Complete Certification Course

CompTIA A+ is the most recognized certification for IT support roles.The CompTIA A+ Core 1 (220-1201) Certification Course is designed to prepare IT professionals for the CompTIA A+ Core 1 exam, a globally recognized certification for IT support roles. Covering essential IT concepts, this course provides hands-on experience in installing, configuring, and troubleshooting hardware and software across a variety of devices and platforms. Earning the CompTIA A+ certification is the industry standard entry point to IT, with average credential holders making $83,798.

What's Included

The Course- 25+ hours of expert-led video training, 12 month access
Study Guide- Official CompTIA A+ (220-1201) study guide
eBook- Official CompTIA eBook
Practice Exams- 600+ questions

Who This Course Is For

Aspiring IT professionals entering the field
Help desk technicians seeking certification
Desktop support specialists
IT support specialists and analysts
Network technicians and junior administrators
Career changers looking to enter the IT industry
Students and recent graduates pursuing IT careers

What You’ll Learn

Installing and configuring laptops, desktops, and mobile devices
Troubleshooting hardware and software issues effectively
Implement basic cybersecurity measures
Providing excellent customer service and support in IT environments
Understanding and implementing fundamental network concepts
Managing and maintaining various operating systems
Configuring and supporting virtualization and cloud solutions
Utilizing best practices for troubleshooting and problem resolution

Why Choose Dion Training

Learn from industry-leading instructors
60-Day Pass Guarantee – Pass your exam or we pay for your retake
600+ realistic practice exam questions
Hands-on labs to reinforce learning
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Modules

0 -Cable Types

Cable Types9m:8s
Exterior of a PC11m:13s
USB Cables10m:10s
USB Connector Types4m:50s
Video Cables14m:9s
Storage Cables9m:50s
Checkpoint: Cable Types

1 -Introduction

Introduction17m:17s
About the Exam14m:6s
Exam Tips13m:56s
Personal Computers10m:32s
Safety Procedures9m:21s
Troubleshooting Methodology12m:58s
Custom PC Build7m:8s

1 -Introduction

Introduction17m:17s
About the Exam14m:6s
Exam Tips13m:56s
Personal Computers10m:32s
Safety Procedures9m:21s
Troubleshooting Methodology12m:58s
Custom PC Build7m:8s

1 -Introduction

Introduction17m:17s
About the Exam14m:6s
Exam Tips13m:56s
Personal Computers10m:32s
Safety Procedures9m:21s
Troubleshooting Methodology12m:58s
Custom PC Build7m:8s

1 -Introduction

Introduction12m:8s
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About the Exam8m:57s
Exam Tips8m:47s
Personal Computers5m:23s
Safety Procedures4m:12s
Troubleshooting Methodology7m:49s
Custom PC Build1m:59s
Checkpoint: Introduction

2 -Motherboards

Motherboards7m:13s
Form Factors5m:41s
CPU Architecture7m:29s
CPU Sockets4m:11s
CPU Features11m:15s
Motherboard Connections13m:39s
Installing the Motherboard & CPU17m:0s
Expansion Cards13m:6s
Expansion Card Types8m:20s
Installing Expansion Cards8m:42s
Checkpoint: Motherboards

3 -Cooling and Power

Cooling and Power4m:33s
Cooling the System6m:23s
Liquid Cooling4m:47s
Installing Active Cooling20m:50s
Power Supply Unit (PSU)5m:50s
Power Supply Connectors5m:51s
Input and Output Voltages6m:9s
Wattage Rating8m:30s
Installing a Power Supply12m:43s
Checkpoint: Cooling and Power

4 -System Memory

System Memory2m:42s
Addressing Memory8m:43s
Memory Modules12m:2s
Multi-Channel Memory4m:0s
ECC Memory6m:33s
Virtual Memory3m:12s
Installing Memory3m:34s
Checkpoint: System Memory

5 -BIOS/UEFI

BIOS/UEFI3m:36s
Boot Options12m:8s
BIOS/UEFI Security7m:54s
TPM and HSM5m:48s
BIOS/UEFI Cooling Options3m:42s
Configuring the BIOS11m:40s
Configuring the UEFI20m:45s
Checkpoint: BIOS/UEFI

6 -Storage Devices

Storage Devices2m:54s
Hard Disk Drive (HDD)12m:15s
Solid State Drive (SSD)6m:12s
RAID9m:11s
Removable Storage13m:14s
Optical Drives9m:55s
Installing Storage Devices12m:27s
Configuring a RAID12m:21s
Checkpoint: Storage Devices

7 -Virtualization Concepts

Virtualization Concepts4m:27s
Virtualization6m:0s
Containerization6m:26s
Purposes of VMs10m:39s
Resource Requirements12m:20s
Security Requirements6m:16s
Installing Virtual Machines11m:56s
Securing Virtual Machines11m:26s
Checkpoint: Virtualization Concepts

8 -Cloud Computing

Cloud Computing3m:58s
Characteristics of the Cloud8m:54s
Cloud Deployment Models4m:54s
Cloud Service Models7m:19s
Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI)4m:58s
Cloud Storage Services5m:31s
Using the Cloud22m:23s
Checkpoint: Cloud Computing

9 -Networking Basics

Networking Basics8m:16s
Networking Hardware16m:16s
Network Types9m:31s
Internet of Things8m:0s
Twisted Pair Cables14m:31s
T568A and T568B6m:43s
Optical Cabling9m:2s
Coaxial Cabling5m:52s
Networking Tools8m:22s
Building a Cable6m:31s
Testing the Network5m:52s
Wiring the Network9m:2s
Checkpoint: Networking Basics

10 -Wireless Networks

Wireless Networks2m:39s
Wireless Frequencies6m:59s
Wireless Standards9m:43s
Wireless Security7m:53s
Fixed Wireless5m:33s
NFC, RFID, IR, and Bluetooth5m:56s
Configuring a Wireless Network10m:31s
Checkpoint: Wireless Networks

11 -Internet Connections

Internet Connections5m:33s
Dial-up and DSL7m:26s
Cable Connections3m:39s
Fiber Connections4m:2s
Cellular Connections8m:46s
WISP Connections4m:33s
Satellite Connections4m:57s
Hands-on with WANs3m:10s
Checkpoint: Internet Connections

12 -Network Addressing and Communication

Network Addressing and Communication5m:37s
IPv49m:2s
Classful vs Classless9m:35s
Types of IP addresses9m:13s
Assigning IPv4 Addresses8m:4s
IPv65m:34s
IPv6 Addresses7m:14s
Network Communications4m:51s
Ports and Protocols6m:44s
TCP and UDP7m:12s
Checkpoint: Network Addressing and Communication

13 -Network Configurations

Network Configurations2m:20s
DHCP7m:23s
DNS10m:29s
DNS Records10m:29s
Spam Management Using DNS5m:20s
VLAN6m:9s
VPN7m:43s
Configure a SOHO Network18m:39s
Checkpoint: Network Configurations

14 -Network Servers and Services

Network Servers and Services4m:18s
File and Print Servers4m:5s
Web Servers5m:19s
Email Servers5m:32s
AAA Servers5m:59s
Database Servers5m:1s
NTP Servers5m:18s
Syslog Servers5m:39s
Proxy Servers3m:23s
Load Balancers4m:20s
Unified Threat Management4m:49s
ICS/SCADA7m:48s
Embedded Systems5m:19s
Legacy Systems2m:54s
Checkpoint: Network Servers and Services

15 -Laptops and Mobile Devices

Laptops and Mobile Devices3m:18s
Display Types7m:33s
Display Attributes4m:54s
Mobile Device Components6m:17s
Mobile Device Accessories5m:58s
Mobile Device Wireless Connectivity11m:16s
Mobile Device Wired Connectivity4m:48s
Port Replicators & Docking Stations5m:12s
Checkpoint: Laptops and Mobile Devices

16 -Mobile Applications

Mobile Applications2m:25s
Mobile Device Synchronization9m:25s
Data for Synchronization9m:7s
Synchronization Methods7m:11s
MDM and MAM7m:48s
Multifactor Authentication (MFA)7m:31s
Location Services6m:42s
Mobile Email Configuration4m:52s
Configuring Mobile Email12m:24s
Checkpoint: Mobile Applications

17 -Laptop Hardware

Laptop Hardware1m:30s
Security Components4m:1s
Disassembling a Laptop12m:25s
Replacing a Battery4m:51s
Replacing the Keyboard4m:33s
Upgrading the Memory4m:10s
Adding Expansion Cards5m:1s
Replacing the Storage8m:42s
Checkpoint: Laptop Hardware

18 -Printers and MFDs

Printers and MFDs1m:52s
Unboxing and Setup5m:15s
Printer Connectivity3m:35s
Printer Drivers and Firmware7m:1s
Printer Configuration Settings10m:50s
Sharing Print Devices4m:47s
Securing Print Devices4m:45s
Scanning Services6m:57s
Checkpoint: Printers and MFDs

19 -Printer Types

Printer Types1m:28s
Laser Printers10m:16s
Laser Printer Maintenance9m:26s
Inkjet Printers8m:27s
Inkjet Printer Maintenance6m:38s
Thermal Printers6m:24s
Thermal Printer Maintenance7m:36s
Impact Printers5m:7s
Impact Printer Maintenance7m:43s
3-D Printers7m:23s
Checkpoint: Printer Types

20 -Troubleshooting Methodology

Troubleshooting Methodology4m:40s
Identify the Problem6m:32s
Establish a Theory7m:57s
Test the Theory5m:52s
Establish a Plan of Action6m:50s
Verify System Functionality5m:0s
Documentation4m:16s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Methodology

21 -Troubleshooting Hardware Issues

Troubleshooting Hardware Issues2m:35s
Power Issues9m:27s
POST Issues6m:32s
Crash Screens5m:35s
Cooling Issues6m:50s
Physical Component Damage4m:51s
Performance Issues5m:1s
Inaccurate System Date/Time4m:45s
Smoke Test2m:1s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Hardware Issues

22 -Troubleshooting Storage Devices

Troubleshooting Storage Devices1m:32s
Boot Issues8m:51s
Storage Device Issues9m:39s
Drive Performance Issues7m:10s
Issues with RAIDs6m:20s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Storage Devices

23 -Troubleshooting Video Issues

Troubleshooting Video Issues1m:23s
Physical Cabling and Source Selection8m:17s
Projector Issues6m:29s
Video Quality Issues8m:22s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Video Issues

24 -Troubleshooting Networks

Troubleshooting Networks1m:52s
Wired Connectivity Issues7m:13s
Network Performance Issues8m:0s
Wireless Connectivity Issues11m:22s
VoIP Issues6m:3s
Limited Connectivity Issues4m:2s
Authentication Failures7m:0s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Networks

25 -Troubleshooting Mobile Devices

Troubleshooting Mobile Devices1m:59s
Mobile Power Issues6m:41s
Mobile Hardware Issues6m:27s
Mobile Performance Issues4m:55s
Mobile Display Issues5m:4s
Mobile Connectivity Issues4m:57s
Mobile Malware Infections5m:17s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Mobile Devices

26 -Troubleshooting Print Devices

Troubleshooting Print Devices1m:30s
Printer Connectivity Issues7m:8s
Print Feed Issues6m:46s
Print Quality Issues8m:17s
Print Finishing Issues4m:14s
Print Job Issues4m:31s
Checkpoint: Troubleshooting Print Devices

27 -Conclusion

Conclusion13m:44s
BONUS: Where to go from here?3m:46s
Practice Exam