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Candidates who take the exam are better able to troubleshoot and problem solve. This can help you get a leg up in your career by helping you understand topics such as networking and operating systems to mobile devices and security. The A+ in CompTIA A+ is the ability to give access to users across platforms and devices. Some companies that use A+ are Intel, Ricoh, Nissan, HP, and Dell. With CompTIA A+ prep classes, you can be confident in these topics.
The CompTIA A+ has four sections and is a total of 90 minutes long. Here is an overview:
Topics | Percentage of Examination | # Questions |
Time |
Hardware |
34% | Max of 90 | 90 Minutes |
Networking | 21% | ||
Mobile Devices | 17% | ||
Hardware & Network Troubleshooting | 28% |
The exam has two sections: 220-1001 and 220-1002. The types of questions are multiple choice, drag and drop, and performance-based. The passing score for section 1001 is 675 and up, while the passing score for section 1002 is 700 and up.
The 9 skills covered in the exam are Hardware, Windows Operating Systems, Software Troubleshooting, Networking, Hardware, and Network Troubleshooting, Security, Mobile Devices, Other OS and Technologies, and Operational Procedures. Here is the breakdown of some of these skills:
Breakdown (Non-Comprehensive)
- Given a scenario, configure settings and use BIOS/UEFI tools on a PC.
- Explain the importance of motherboard components, their purpose and properties
- Compare and contrast various RAM types and their features.
- install and configure PC expansion cards
- Install and configure storage devices and use appropriate media.
- Install various types of CPUs and apply the appropriate cooling methods.
- Identify the various types of network cables and connectors.
- Compare and contrast the characteristics of connectors and cabling.
- Install and configure laptop hardware and components.
- Explain the function of components within the display of a laptop.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot common problems related to motherboards, RAM, CPU and power with appropriate tools.
- Given a scenario, troubleshoot hard drives and RAID arrays with appropriate tools.
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