CompTIA Tech+ | SOLAS eCollege

Course details

Course duration:

18 weeks course access

Assessment & awards:

CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71)

Method of Study

Online, flexible

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New users will need to create a free account and fill in a short form on FETCH, Ireland's Further Education and Training Hub.

This course accepts continuous enrolments, so once registered, you can begin learning immediately.

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Description

This course introduces learners to essential IT concepts and skills, covering a broad range of topics such as computing basics, infrastructure, software, databases, security, and emerging technologies. Learners will gain a strong foundation in IT and prepare for the CompTIA Tech+ certification.

Learning Outcomes

By completing this course you will be able to:

Understand and explain computing fundamentals and notational systems
Identify and manage common computing devices and internal components
Configure and troubleshoot wired and wireless networks
Use and manage operating systems and application software
Understand software development concepts and basic programming logic
Apply data management and database fundamentals
Implement basic cybersecurity practices
Explore emerging technologies such as AI, cloud computing, and IoT

By successfully passing the exam at the end of the course, you will also achieve a CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71) Certificate, an industry recognised qualification certified by the CompTIA.

Requirements

Who can take this course?

This course is available to all adults over the age of 18 resident in the Republic of Ireland.

How do I sign up?

You can sign up for this course by visiting FETCH, Irelands Further Education and Training Hub. You will have to register for an account before you can begin the course.

Who is the provider for this course?

The provider for this course is Cenit College, and your learning will be delivered through the eCollege online learning environment. When you complete your application you will receive an email with your access details, and when you log into the platform you will see details of how to contact your course tutor. You can contact your course tutor at any time, or reach out to Cenit College directly at eCollegeinfo@cenitcollege.ie

Does the course have prerequisites?

This course has no specific requirements, though you should have a high degree of computer literacy and a basic level of mathematics and problem solving skills before taking this course.

Does this course have tutor support?

Yes, this course is supported by an online tutor who you will have access to during the course.

What is the exam like on this course?

The CompTIA Tech+ exam lasts 60 minutes and includes up to 75 multiple-choice questions. It covers a broad range of foundational IT topics such as computing basics, infrastructure, software, databases, security, and emerging technologies. A passing score of 650 out of 900 is required.

Do I need specific hardware or software?

You will require access to a PC or laptop running a supported version of Microsoft Windows (the most recent version is Windows 11). Certain content may not work as intended on certain versions of MacOS, Linux, and Android.

No specific software is required for this course.

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