Description
CompTIA A+ Core 1 is the first of two exams required to earn the industry-standard A+ certification, designed to launch your tech career. This exam focuses on foundational skills in hardware, networking, mobile devices, and troubleshooting. Passing Core 1 and Core 2 prepares you for roles like IT support specialist and help desk technician while building the knowledge needed to pursue advanced certifications like Network+ and Security+.
A+ Core 1 (V15) exam objectives summary
Mobile devices (13%)
- Hardware setup:Â installing components like batteries, cameras, and Wi-Fi antennas.
- Accessory options:Â configuring USB, Bluetooth, NFC, and docking stations.
- Network setup:Â configuring Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular data, and synchronization settings.
- Troubleshooting:Â identifying and fixing hardware and connectivity issues.
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Networking (23%)Â
- Protocols and ports:Â learning about networking protocols, ports, and wireless technologies.
- SOHO networks:Â setting up small office/home office networks, including IP addressing and VPNs.
- Networking tools:Â troubleshooting with crimpers, cable testers, and Wi-Fi analyzers.
Hardware (25%)Â
- Component installation:Â setting up RAM, CPUs, and storage devices.
- Cables and connectors:Â working with HDMI, Ethernet, and USB cables.
- Peripheral devices:Â installing and maintaining printers, scanners, and other peripherals.
- Motherboards and power:Â configuring motherboards, power supplies, and cooling solutions.
Virtualization and cloud computing (11%)Â
- Virtualization concepts:Â understanding virtual machines, hypervisors, and desktop virtualization.
- Cloud models:Â learning about IaaS, SaaS, and PaaS.
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Hardware and network troubleshooting (28%)Â
- Diagnosing issues:Â identifying and fixing hardware, network, and connectivity problems.
- Troubleshooting tools:Â using multimeters, cable testers, and loopback plugs.




