Essential to IT Fundamentals Course

Essential to IT Fundamentals Course

Foundation | 10 days | Face to Face / Online / Elearning | Certificate
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Course Overview

Course Summary
Course Title Essential to IT Fundamentals Course
Organization Tech For Development (T4D)
Venue Tech For Development (T4D) Training Centre
Duration 10 days
Target Industries
Target Job Roles
Course Fees (Face-to-Face) USD 2,700/KES 189,000 (Exclusive of VAT)
Course Fees (Virtual)
Training Modes Virtual and face-to-face training
Payment Payment should be made to the Tech For Development (T4D) bank account on or before the start of the course
Accreditation Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

INTRODUCTION

If you are a high-end computer user at home or college considering a career in information technology, or interested in furthering your knowledge about personal computers, the CompTIA IT Fundamentals course is the first step in your preparation. In this course, you will identify PC components, work with files and folders, and conduct basic software installations. This course will provide you with the fundamental skills and concepts required to maintain, support, and work efficiently with personal computers. In addition, you will acquire the essential skills and information you need to set up, configure, maintain, troubleshoot, and perform preventative maintenance of the hardware and software components of a basic personal computer workstation and basic wireless devices. You will also implement basic security measures and implement basic computer and user support practices.

Whether you are a home user, an experienced knowledge worker, or someone new to the work force considering an information technology (IT) career, the CompTIA IT Fundamentalscourse can benefit you in many ways. Having a basic foundational knowledge about personal computers and the skills required to work with them provides you with the starting point to build your career. If your existing job role is linked with personal computers, this course will provide you with the fundamental technical knowledge about personal computers that you need to work efficiently in your current role.

DURATION

10 days

COURSE OBJECTIVES

Upon successful completion of this course, you will be able to safely set up a basic workstation, including installing basic hardware and software and establishing basic network connectivity; identify and correct compatibility issues; identify and prevent basic security risks; and practice basic support techniques on computing devices.

You will:

  • Identify hardware commonly found in or attached to computing devices.
  • Identify software commonly installed on computing devices.
  • Set up a basic workstation.
  • Configure network access.
  • Work with files, folders, and applications.
  • Configure and use wireless devices.
  • Secure computing devices.
  • Support computers and users.
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Course Modules

Course Outline

Module 1: Identifying Computer Hardware

  • Identify Types of Computing Devices
  • Identify Internal Computer Components
  • Common Computer Connector Types
  • Identify Common Peripheral Devices

Mudule 2: Identifying Computer Software

  • Compare Functions and Features of Common Operating Systems
  • Identify Application Software

Module 3: Setting Up a Basic Workstation

  • Connect Hardware
  • Install and Configure Operating Systems
  • Install and Configure Applications
  • Configure Accessibility Options

Module 4: Configuring Network Access

  • Network Connection Types
  • Install and Configure a SOHO Router
  • Network and Alternative Technologies
  • Sharing and Storage Methods

Module 5: Working with Files, Folders, and Applications

  • Create Files
  • Navigate a File Structure
  • Manage Files and Folders
  • Compress and Extract Files
  • Create Screen Captures

Module 6: Configuring and Using Wireless Devices

  • Configure Wireless Devices
  • Use Wireless Devices

Module 7: Securing Computing Devices

  • Identify Security Threats
  • Apply Security Best Practices
  • Perform Secure Web Browsing

Module 8: Supporting Computers and Users

  • Environmental and Safety Concepts
  • Back Up and Restore Data
  • Manage Software
  • Implement Basic Support Measures
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Course Administration

Methodology

Instructor-led sessions use a blended learning approach combining presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work, delivered by seasoned industry experts. All facilitation and course materials are in English, so participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.

Accreditation

Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued a Tech For Development Certificate of Course Completion

Training Venue

The training will be held at the Tech For Development Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.

Accommodation & Airport Transfer

Arranged upon request.For reservations contact the Training Officer:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (+254) 790 824 179

Tailor-Made

This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our T4D Training Centre or at a convenient location.

Payment

Payment should be transferred to the T4D account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected].

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