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Master the inner workings of computers and become a certified tech with our online course bundle. Prepare for the CompTIA A+ Certification by gaining hands-on experience in hardware configuration, troubleshooting, and mastering various operating systems.

Throughout this three-part online CompTIA A+ course, you will learn everything you need to prepare for the 220-1101/1102 exams and launch your career as a certified technician. From techniques taught by tech masters for understanding and troubleshooting all sorts of computers to learning about operating systems from installation to operations, maintenance to troubleshooting, and virtualization and virtual machines.

You will also explore the many aspects of PC and network security and discover how to configure and troubleshoot tablets and smartphones.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course teaches you about the hardware common to nearly every personal computer, including microprocessors, RAM, power supplies, motherboards, UEFI/BIOS, the system setup utility, the expansion bus, and input/output devices.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software course picks up where the CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware course left off and dives into Windows, macOS, and Linux.

The CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security course focuses on fun and practical technology. You will learn how to select, install, and service sound and display components, and how to set up, maintain, and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks.

Note: Students need to complete CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware, CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 2: Software, and CompTIA A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security to properly prepare to sit for the A+ certification exam.

Series bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Series bundles.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC, Mac, or Chromebook.

You should have access to a hard drive that you can install, format, and partition, and to a couple of Plug and Play devices that you can practice installing. Because of the dangers of electro-static discharge (to the machine), you are not required to tear apart your own primary computer.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox is preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Microsoft Word Online
• Adobe Acrobat Reader
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

This CompTIA A+ prep bundle includes three essential courses that will equip you for the prestigious CompTIA A+ Certification. Explore the inner workings of computers, gain hands-on experience with real-world hardware configurations, and master the art of troubleshooting in the first course.

Prepare yourself for the A+ certification exam by diving deep into virtualization, multifunction devices, and various operating systems, including Windows, macOS, and Linux. Take your knowledge to the next level and become a certified tech with expert guidance.

In the final course of the A+ certification series, learn the crucial skills of selecting, installing, and servicing video, sound, and portable computers. Discover the intricacies of networking, security, and effective troubleshooting. Gear up for success with our comprehensive CompTIA A+ certification prep!

Embark on your journey today and unlock endless possibilities in the world of computer technology.

1. CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep 1: Hardware
   1. The Art of the Tech
   2. Desktop PC Basics
   3. Laptop PC Basics
   4. Maintenance and Safety Precautions
   5. Central Processing Units and RAM
   6. Motherboards and Cases
   7. Powering the PC
   8. Input Devices
   9. Storage Technologies
   10. Working with Storage Devices
   11. Removable Media and RAID
   12. Operational Procedures
2. CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep 2: Software
   1. Understanding Operating Systems
   2. Installing Windows
   3. Starting Windows and Managing User Accounts
   4. Customizing and Configuring Windows
   5. Using Windows Utilities
   6. Exploring macOS and Linux
   7. Working at a Command Prompt
   8. Troubleshooting Windows Startup and System Issues
   9. Troubleshooting Windows Performance and Application Issues
   10. Virtual Machines and Remote Access
   11. Printers and Multifunction Devices
   12. Installing and Troubleshooting Printers and Multifunction Devices
3. CompTIA® A+ Certification Prep 3: Networking/Security
   1. Video Technologies
   2. Multimedia
   3. Essentials of Networking
   4. Local Area Networking
   5. Wireless Networking
   6. Internet Connections and Cloud Computing
   7. Internet Protocols and Troubleshooting
   8. Facility and Workstation Security
   9. Authentication and Data Security
   10. Network Security
   11. Understanding Mobile Devices
   12. Care and Feeding of Mobile Devices

What you will learn

• Learn proper tech terminology and how all the components of the PC work together
• Discover important safety techniques that every good tech needs to know
• Gain practical information and advice on installing and troubleshooting CPUs
• Learn about the different varieties of RAM and proper techniques for installing it
• Obtain everything you need to know about motherboard form factors, types of expansion slots, and installation steps for expansion cards
• Gain knowledge of hard drive technologies and the fundamentals of protecting data with RAID technology
• Learn how to install, organize, maintain, and troubleshoot three different versions of Windows (explore similar features in MacOS and Linux)
• Examine and compare the features and structures of Windows Vista, 7, and 8/8.1
• Get a deeper understanding of how we use virtualization and virtual machines in modern networks
• Learn about printers and multifunction devices, from the various technologies in use to installing and troubleshooting
• Learn how to install and troubleshoot video technologies properly
• Understand how to upgrade, manage, maintain, and repair portable computing devices
• Learn the essentials of networking, including local area networking and wireless networking
• Discover the best ways to keep your network secure
• Understand how to work with mobile devices

How you will benefit

• Learn the skills you need to promote yourself as a PC hardware technician capable of solving various computer issues
• Gain the confidence you need to successfully perform integral computer support in the workplace
• Become an indispensable part of any organization that uses computers daily
• Master many of the techniques covered on the certification exam and feel confident on test day
• Become an integral part of any organization as you learn to install and troubleshoot new hardware, software, and MFDs
• Open the door to new opportunities as a technician once certification is achieved
• Prepare for both the 1101/1102 CompTIA A+ Certification Exams

Mike Meyers

Mike Meyers, also known as the "Alpha Geek," is widely recognized as the leading authority on CompTIA Certifications in the industry. He co-founded Total Seminars, LLC and National Cyber Group, LLC, and has been providing PC and network repair seminars, books, videos, and courseware to thousands of organizations worldwide. With his extensive experience in the computer and network repair industry since 1987, Mike has worked as a technician, instructor, author, consultant, and speaker.

Mike is the author of several popular PC books and videos, including the best-selling CompTIA A+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide and CompTIA Network+ Certification All-in-One Exam Guide. He also serves as the series editor for the highly successful Mike Meyers' Certification Passport series and the Mike Meyers' Guide to series. Mike has sold over a million IT and certification books.

This test prep course bundle covers the four GED® test modules, with an additional focus on the Mathematical Reasoning portion. By course completion, you will be prepared to take—and pass—the GED® test.

Prepare for the GED® test and master the skills required to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module. You will start off with a reviewing the four modules and then dive into math basics to build the foundation you need to solve math problems. In the process, you will develop hands-on experience with percentages, proportions, statistics, algebra, geometry, and more.

In each lesson, you will apply your knowledge to practice questions similar to those used in the test series. You will know how, when, and why to use each math concept you learn. By the time you finish this course, you will be confident with your math skills and about taking the test.

Some GED® Testing Centers require proof that you have passed a GED® test preparation course or the official practice tests before you can take the official GED® tests. Before enrolling in this course, please check with the official GED® Testing Center where you intend to take your tests to make sure that this course will meet their requirements. Not all states use the GED® test as their test for high school equivalency diploma. As of May 4th, 2024, the GED® Program is no longer active in Canada. Canadian students should contact their province to learn about their testing options.

Series bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Series bundles.

GED® is a registered trademark of the American Council on Education and may not be used without permission. The GED® and GED Testing Service® brands are administered by GED Testing Service® LLC under license. THIS WORK IS NOT AUTHORIZED, ENDORSED, OR LICENSED BY AMERICAN COUNCIL ON EDUCATION OR GED TESTING SERVICE®, AND ANY REFERENCE TO "GED®" IN THE TITLE OR BODY OF THIS WORK IS IN NO WAY INTENDED TO IMPLY AN AFFILIATION WITH, OR SPONSORSHIP BY, GED TESTING SERVICE® OR ANY STATE OR ENTITY AUTHORIZED TO PROVIDE GED® BRANDED GOODS OR SERVICES.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 8 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

Lacking a high school diploma no longer has to hold you back in your career aspirations. If you're comfortable reading a high school textbook, doing basic math operations without a calculator, and writing a short letter in English, then you're ready to take the GED® test. More than 300,000 Americans take the GED® test annually and those who pass gain the skills and knowledge equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.

Preparing for the GED® is key to passing the test, and an online course helps you prepare on your own time. The Prepare for GED Test Series will help you analyze your strengths and weaknesses, so you can focus your studying on the areas you need the most. You will learn about the four GED® test modules, with an additional focus on the skills needed to pass the Mathematical Reasoning module.

1. Prepare for the GED Test
   1. What's the GED® Test All About?
   2. Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Reading
   3. Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Editing
   4. Reasoning Through Language Arts: Focus on Writing
   5. Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Math Terms and Algebra Basics
   6. Mathematical Reasoning: Focus on Formulas and Dimensions
   7. Mathematical Reasoning: Combining Algebra and Geometry
   8. Science: Energy and Related Systems
   9. Science: Human Health and Living Systems
   10. Social Studies: Modern Liberties and Democracy
   11. Social Studies: Dynamic Responses to Societal Systems
   12. Testing and Beyond
2. Prepare for the GED Math Test
   1. Getting to Know the Test
   2. Fractions, Decimals, and Percentages
   3. Aunt Sally and the Rules of Math
   4. Algebra Expressions
   5. Equations and Inequalities
   6. Quadratic Equations
   7. Using a Coordinate Grid
   8. Plane Figures and Angles
   9. Solid Geometry: The Third Dimension
   10. Statistics: What Are the Odds?
   11. Word Problems
   12. Graphs and Testing Tips

What you will learn

• Strategies for taking and passing the GED® test
• Important reading, writing, and mathematics skills
• Types of questions you will see on the math portion of the GED® test
• Basic math concepts and problem-solving techniques
• Review and practice fractions, decimals, and percentages
• Area and perimeter

How you will benefit

• Learning math laws and rules for computations you will perform on the test
• Understanding the Grammar Language of algebra, including writing algebraic sentences and solving equations
• Knowing how to compute the volume and surface area of solid objects
• Solving problems related to statistics

Barbara Rolston

Barbara Rolston holds a master's degree. Since 1975, she has been taught GED preparatory classes in a variety of settings, including adult schools, community colleges, and large corporations. She also was responsible for administering the GED exam in a correctional facility for two years. Math experience includes tutoring community college students on a wide range of math topics and serving as a math consultant for a nationwide adult student assessment system.

The TEAS Prep Series will prepare you to sit for the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam. TEAS Prep 1 focuses on the Reading and English and Language Usage portions. TEAS Prep 2 focuses on the Mathematics and Science portion of the exam.

Nursing is a high-demand but competitive field. Entering the profession starts with nursing school, and admission to nursing school partially depends on your Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam score. Many nursing schools use this standardized exam to evaluate a candidate's reading, math, science, and English and language skills.

Our TEAS Prep Series will prepare you for all aspects of the TEAS exam. TEAS Prep 1 focuses on Reading and English and Language Usage. TEAS Prep 2 focuses on Mathematics and Science. You will also learn valuable study skills, practice sample exam questions, and establish a test taking strategy for exam day.

Series bundles are not eligible for partial drops or refunds. Transfers to other open sessions of the same course are available. Please refer to your school for additional details regarding drops, transfers, and refunds on Series bundles.

Requirements:

Hardware Requirements:

• This course can be taken on either a PC or Mac.

Software Requirements:

• PC: Windows 10 or later.
• Mac: macOS 10.6 or later.
• Browser: The latest version of Google Chrome or Mozilla Firefox are preferred. Microsoft Edge and Safari are also compatible.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader.
• Software must be installed and fully operational before the course begins.

Other:

• Email capabilities and access to a personal email account.

Instructional Material Requirements:

The instructional materials required for this course are included in enrollment and will be available online.

In order to gain admission to nursing school, you will need to perform well on the Test of Essential Academic Skills (TEAS) exam. This TEAS Prep Series will prepare you to succeed on all portions of the standardized test, including Reading and English Language Usage, Mathematics, and Science. You'll also learn good study skills, practice sample questions, and create a strategy for test day.

1. TEAS Prep 1
   1. Details and Reading Critically
   2. Sequences, Reading, Graphics, and Types of Printed Communication
   3. Fact Finding and Persuasive Writing
   4. Intent and Fact Checking
   5. Deciphering and Evaluating Knowledge
   6. Spelling and Punctuation
   7. Sentence Structures and Parsing
   8. Grammar and Formal Language
   9. The Writing Process
   10. Context Clues
   11. Analyzing Word Parts
   12. Preparing for the TEAS Exam
2. TEAS Prep 2
   1. Numbers
   2. Algebra
   3. Ratios, Proportions, and Inequalities
   4. Measurement and Data
   5. Geometry and Converting Between Systems of Measurement
   6. Anatomy and Physiology: Part 1
   7. Anatomy and Physiology: Part 2
   8. Anatomy and Physiology: Part 3
   9. Scientific Reasoning
   10. Biology
   11. Chemistry
   12. Preparing for the TEAS Exam

Elizabeth Katrancha

Elizabeth Katrancha has worked in nursing education, case management, and long-term acute care (LTAC) and as an emergency room nurse at a level 1 trauma center. She has been published in the Journal of School Nursing, MedSurg, Continuing Education in Nursing, Geriatric Nursing and the Journal of Trauma Nursing. She earned her DNP as an adult medical-surgical clinical nurse specialist at the University of Pittsburgh, MSN (nursing education) at Indiana University of Pennsylvania, BSN at the University of Pittsburgh at Johnstown, and her Associate of Science in nursing at Mount Aloysius College.