CompTIA Training Courses in Ireland

CompTIA A+ is the preferred qualifying credential for technical support and IT operational roles. CompTIA A+ certified professionals are proven problem solvers. They support today’s core technologies from security to cloud to data management and more. CompTIA A+ is the industry standard for launching IT careers into today’s digital world. In order to receive the CompTIA A+ certification, you must pass two exams: Core 1 (220-1001) and Core 2 (220-1002) Required exam A+ Core 1 (220-1101)
Number of questions: Maximum of 90
Types of questions: Multiple-choice and performance-based
Length of test: 90 minutes
Passing score 675 (on a scale of 100–900) Recommended experience: 12 months of hands-on experience in a help desk support technician, desktop support technician,
or field service technician job role Required exam A+ Core 2 (220-1102)
Number of questions: Maximum of 90
Types of questions: Multiple-choice and performance-based
Length of test 90 minutes
Passing score 700 (on a scale of 100-900) Recommended experience: 12 months of hands-on experience in a help desk support technician, desktop support technician,
or field service technician job role

In this course, you will describe the major networking technologies and systems of modern networks and configure, manage, and troubleshoot modern networks.

• You will:
• Explain the OSI and TCP/IP Models.
• Explain properties of network traffic.
• Install and configure switched networks.
• Configure IP networks.
• Install and configure routed networks.
• Configure and monitor ports and protocols.
• Explain network application and storage issues.
• Monitor and troubleshoot networks.
• Explain network attacks and mitigations.
• Install and configure security devices.
• Explain authentication and access controls.
• Deploy and troubleshoot cabling solutions.
• Implement and troubleshoot wireless technologies.
• Compare and contrast WAN technologies.
• Use remote access methods.
• Identify site policies and best practices.

This course is for students who are preparing to take the CompTIA Security+ certification exam SY0-601. This course is aimed towards IT professionals who install and configure systems to secure applications, networks, and devices; perform threat analysis and respond with appropriate mitigation techniques; participate in risk mitigation activities; and operate with an awareness of applicable policies, laws, and regulations. Required exam: SY0-601 (included in the price of the course)
Number of questions: Maximum of 90
Types of questions: Multiple-choice and performance-based
Length of test: 90 minutes
Passing score: 750 (on a scale of 100–900)
Recommended experience:
• At least 2 years of work experience in IT systems administration with a focus on security
• Hands-on technical information security experience
• Broad knowledge of security concepts