Training staff must have the required education and experience to appropriately teach the program content. Examples of education and experience include, but are not limited to, certificates and/or degrees from postsecondary institutions; certifications from industry-recognized agencies, and practical work experience in, or in a field closely related to, the career fields the program prepares students to enter. MedCerts confirms each training staff member’s academic background and work experience to ensure they are qualified to teach in the program.
The IT-1100 Fundamentals of IT program is designed to help students gain an understanding of the core components that make up the information technology (IT) landscape while preparing for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.
In this online program, students are taught the basics of computer hardware, software, mobile computing, networking, troubleshooting, and emerging technologies. Students are taught about configuring operating systems, file and folder management, and networks and network configuration. This course prepares students for the CompTIA IT Fundamentals certification exam.
Through presentations, demonstrations, and knowledge-based exercises, students should gain a fundamental understanding of computer hardware, operating systems, computer application software, networking technologies and protocols, web browsers, identifying security risks, troubleshooting errors, and system maintenance. Students are also taught about cutting-edge technologies such as cloud computing and virtualization.
This program is the ideal starting point for an individual interested in pursuing advanced IT certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, or Security+.
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