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Tech+

CompTIA Tech+ is the foundational certification ideal for anyone beginning a journey into the tech field. It equips you with essential knowledge and practical skills to confidently navigate today’s digital landscape. This certification emphasizes hands-on, real-world abilities, enabling you to grasp key technology concepts, troubleshoot common problems, and establish a solid base for continued learning and career growth in the technology industry.

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Why Join this Program

  • Comprehensive IT Foundation
    Tech+ offers a broad introduction to essential IT concepts, including computing basics, infrastructure, software development, databases, and security. This wide-ranging curriculum ensures you gain a solid understanding of the tech landscape.

  • Hands-On Learning Experience
    The program emphasizes practical skills through interactive labs and real-world scenarios, allowing you to apply what you’ve learned in simulated environments. This approach enhances your problem-solving abilities and prepares you for real IT challenges.

  • Alignment with Industry Trends
    Tech+ is regularly updated to reflect current IT standards and emerging technologies, such as artificial intelligence and cloud computing. This ensures that your knowledge remains relevant in the fast-evolving tech industry.

  • Career Exploration and Advancement
    Whether you’re a student, career changer, or professional in a non-technical role, Tech+ helps you assess your aptitude for IT and lays the groundwork for further certifications like CompTIA A+. It’s a valuable step toward various tech career paths.

  • Growing Job Market and Competitive Salaries
    The demand for IT professionals is on the rise, with tech jobs projected to grow significantly over the next decade. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average annual salary for IT professionals is substantially higher than the median for all occupations.

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Program Overview

CompTIA Tech+ is an entry-level certification designed for individuals exploring a career in technology. It provides a broad introduction to core IT concepts, offering both foundational knowledge and hands-on experience. The course covers computing fundamentals, infrastructure, applications, software development, databases, cybersecurity, and emerging technologies like AI and cloud computing.

Through interactive content and real-world scenarios, Tech+ helps learners build confidence in troubleshooting basic technical issues and navigating digital environments. Whether you’re a student, career changer, or working professional transitioning into IT, Tech+ serves as a practical starting point to understand the tech landscape and prepare for more advanced certifications like CompTIA A+.

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Learning Path

  • Tech concepts and terminology (13%)

    • Computing basics: input, processing, output, and storage fundamentals.
    • Notational systems: binary, hexadecimal, decimal, and octal systems.
    • Units of measure: storage (bit, byte, KB, GB, TB), speed (MHz, GHz), and throughput (bps, Mbps, Gbps).
    • Troubleshooting methodology: identifying problems, testing theories, implementing solutions, and documenting findings.

    Infrastructure (24%)

    • Computing devices: smartphones, tablets, laptops, servers, IoT devices, and gaming consoles.
    • Internal components: motherboard, CPU, RAM, storage (HDD, SSD, NVMe), NIC, and GPU.
    • Storage types: volatile vs. non-volatile, local, network, and cloud storage.
    • Peripheral setup: printers, scanners, monitors, and driver installation.
    • Device interfaces: USB, HDMI, Ethernet, Bluetooth, and NFC.
    • Virtualization and cloud: hypervisors, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS, hybrid, and on-premises models.
    • Networking basics: LAN vs. WAN, IP/MAC addresses, routers, switches, and firewalls.
    • Wireless networks: 802.11 standards, speed, and interference considerations.

    Applications and software (18%)

    • Operating systems: mobile, desktop, server, embedded systems.
    • OS components: file systems (NTFS, FAT32), interfaces (GUI, command line), utilities, and drivers.
    • Software types: productivity tools, collaboration apps, web browsers, and remote support.
    • Web browser features: private browsing, add-ons, password management, and cache clearing.
    • Artificial intelligence: chatbots, assistants, and generative AI for content and predictions.
     

  • Software development concepts (13%)

    • Programming languages: interpreted, compiled, scripting, markup, and assembly.
    • Data types: char, strings, numbers (integers, floats), and Boolean.
    • Programming concepts: variables, constants, arrays, functions, and objects.
    • Organizational techniques: pseudocode, flowcharts, object-oriented methods, branching, looping.

    Data and database fundamentals (13%)

    • Value of data: data-driven decisions, reporting, and monetization.
    • Database concepts: relational vs. non-relational, tables, rows, fields, primary/foreign keys.
    • Database use: queries, reports, scalability, cloud vs. local storage.
    • Backup concepts: file and system backups, local vs. cloud storage.

    Security (19%)

    • Security concepts: confidentiality, integrity, availability, authentication, and authorization.
    • Device security: anti-malware, firewalls, patching, physical security, safe browsing.
    • Password practices: length, complexity, privacy, reuse, and password managers.
    • Encryption: data at rest, data in transit, HTTPS, VPNs, mobile devices.

What Skills Will You Learn?

  • Computing and Troubleshooting Fundamentals
    Understand core computing concepts, notational systems, data value, and step-by-step troubleshooting methods.

  • Hardware and Networking Essentials
    Learn how to set up peripheral devices, configure wireless networks, and explore the basics of virtualization and cloud computing.

  • Operating Systems and Emerging Technologies
    Gain familiarity with various operating systems, common application software, web browser capabilities, and emerging AI tools such as chatbots and generative AI.

  • Software Development Basics
    Explore different programming language categories, logical thinking, organizational techniques, and foundational coding concepts.

  • Database Foundations
    Understand how databases are structured and used, including data backup strategies and how data supports business decision-making.

  • Cybersecurity Awareness
    Learn best practices for securing devices, managing secure passwords, and using encryption to protect data both at rest and in transit.

Jobs You Can Land with the Tech+

  • IT Support Specialist
    Provide technical assistance and troubleshoot common hardware, software, and network issues.

  • Help Desk Technician
    Serve as the first line of support for users, resolving technical problems and escalating when necessary.

  • Technical Support Representative
    Assist customers or internal users by guiding them through product usage and resolving tech-related questions.

  • Junior Systems Administrator
    Help manage and maintain IT infrastructure, including servers, user accounts, and system configurations.

  • Field Service Technician
    Set up, repair, and maintain hardware and software at client or business locations.

  • IT Operations Associate
    Support IT operations by monitoring systems, running diagnostics, and handling basic troubleshooting tasks.

  • Technology Sales Support
    Bridge the gap between sales and tech teams by explaining technical features to customers and assisting in pre-sales support.

  • Data Entry or Database Support Assistant
    Work with data management systems, ensuring data integrity, backups, and accessibility.

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