CPITFD CompTIA IT Fundamentals

Learning Objectives

After completing this course you should be able to:

• Set up a computer workstation running Windows and use basic software applications.
• Understand the functions and types of devices used within a computer system.
• Apply basic computer maintenance and support principles.
• Configure computers and mobile devices to connect to home networks and to the internet.
• Identify security issues affecting the use of computers and networks

Pre-Requisites

Some experience with using a keyboard and mouse would be helpful but is not essential.

Course Contents

Module 1 - Operating Systems and Software

Computers and Operating Systems

• Information Technology
• Personal Computers (PC)
• Functions of an Operating System
• Types of Operating System
• Microsoft Windows
• Apple Mac OS X and iOS and Blackberry
• Linux, Chrome, and Android

Setting up a Workstation and Using Windows

• Setting up a PC System
• Ergonomic Concepts
• Navigating an OS
• Using Input Devices
• Icons and Windows
• File Explorer and Control Panel
• Using a Web Browser
• Exercises / Setting Up the Computer / Exploring the Start Screen / Exploring the Desktop and Taskbar

Installing and Configuring Windows

• Installing Windows
• Completing Setup
• Managing User Accounts
• Exercises / Managing User Accounts

Software Applications

• Installing and Configuring Software
• Managing Software
• Productivity Software
• Collaboration Software
• Specialized Software
• Utility Software
• Virtualization
• Exercises / Managing Software Applications

Troubleshooting and Support

• Support and Troubleshooting 
• Getting Support
• Using a Search Engine
• Exercises / Using a Search Engine

Module 2 - Computer Hardware

Input Devices

• Computer Connector Types
• Input Devices
• Installing and Uninstalling Peripherals
• Configuring Peripherals
• Exercises / Configuring an Input Device

Output Devices

• Video Cards
• Display Devices
• Display Connectors and Cable Types
• Display Settings
• Multimedia Ports and Devices
• Exercises / Playing Audio

Storage Devices

• Hard Disk Drives
• Optical Discs and Drives
• Flash Memory
• Exercises / Adding a Removable Drive

File Management

• Managing the File System
• Folders
• Files
• Searching for Folders and Files
• Exercises / File Explorer / Creating, Renaming, and Copying Folders and Files / View Options and Search / Compressing Files / Deleting and Recycling Files

Printers and Scanners

• Printer Types
• Laser Printers
• Inkjet Printers
• Thermal Transfer Printers
• Printer Interfaces
• Installing and Configuring a Printer
• Scanners
• Fax Modems
• Exercises / Using a Printer

System Components

• Selecting a Computer
• Motherboard Components
• Processors
• System Memory
• Expansion Bus
• System Cooling
• Exercises / Specifying PC Systems

Environment and Power

• ESD Precautions
• Device Placement
• Power Supply Units
• Energy Efficiency
• Power Protection
• Safe Disposal and Recycling 
• Exercises / Adjusting Power Options

Module 3 - Networks and Security

Setting Up a Network

• Network Components
• TCP/IP
• Setting up a Local Network
• Setting Up a Wireless Network
• Exercises / Network Settings

Sharing and Storage

• Windows Client Software
• Local Sharing and Storage
• Hosted Sharing and Storage
• Backups
• Exercises / Homegroups and File Sharing

Mobile Devices

• Using a Mobile Device
• Mobile Applications and App Stores 
• Network Connectivity
• Email Configuration
• Synchronization and Data Transfer 
• Bluetooth and NFC

Basic Security Threats

• Computer Security Basics
• Malware 
• Preventing Malware Infections
• Patch Management
• Exercises / Using Windows Defender and Windows Update

Security Best Practices

• Spam
• Social Engineering
• Hardware Theft and Device Hardening
• Managing User Authentication
• User Education

Web Browsing Best Practices

• Using Free / Open Networks
• Configuring Web Browser Security
• Managing Plug-ins
• Digital Certificates and Anti-phishing
• Managing Cookies and PII
• Enabling a Firewall
• Exercises / Web Security / Installing a Plug-in

Index, Exam Tips, Career Advice 

Exam Information

The course is recommended as preparation for the following exam:

• FC0-U51: CompTIA IT Fundamentals exam.

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